The President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has conveyed his deepest condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the esteemed Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, which occurred this Thursday. In a heartfelt message shared on social media, he honored the memory of the reveredContinue Reading
A significant diplomatic and military crisis in the Sahel region has reached its long-awaited resolution. Algeria declared on Friday, July 10, 2026, the complete reopening of its national airspace to Malian air carriers. This pivotal decision marks the conclusion of over a year of heightened tensions between Algiers and Bamako.Continue Reading
The West African nation of Togo is quietly reshaping its security strategy to confront the escalating threat posed by jihadist groups across the Sahel. As regional instability deepens, Lomé has quietly forged discreet partnerships with international actors, including the Turkey, the Russian Federation, and its controversial Africa Corps military unit.Continue Reading
Since 2025, Togo has quietly expanded its defense strategy against Sahel-based jihadist groups, forging new partnerships while reinforcing existing ones. The country’s leadership, under President Faure Gnassingbé, has turned to unconventional allies to bolster its security framework, signaling a shift in regional security dynamics. The Turkish government has emerged asContinue Reading
Togo strengthens military partnerships amid rising jihadist threats in West Africa Recent developments reveal Lomé’s strategic shift in regional security cooperation, as the Togolese government actively explores new alliances to bolster its defense against escalating jihadist activities across the Sahel. This evolving security landscape underscores the shifting dynamics of internationalContinue Reading
Ministers from African nations rich in critical minerals converged in Abidjan to chart a bold new path for the continent’s vast underground wealth. The high-level meeting brought together policymakers, regional bodies, and global investors to redefine Africa’s role in the global resource economy, with a focus on local value creation,Continue Reading
Les pays africains producteurs de minéraux critiques et leurs partenaires au développement ont affiché une ambition commune : faire des ressources stratégiques du continent un véritable moteur de transformation économique, industrielle et sociale. Au cœur des débats, la création de valeur locale, le financement du développement et l’émergence de chaînesContinue Reading
Ministers and development partners from across Africa convened in Abidjan to chart a bold new course for the continent’s critical minerals, aiming to turn its vast underground wealth into a springboard for economic, industrial, and social transformation. The three-day gathering focused on unlocking local value, securing sustainable financing, and buildingContinue Reading
The future of Africa’s vast mineral wealth took center stage in Abidjan this week, where ministers from mineral-rich nations and global development partners convened to chart a bold new course for the continent’s economic transformation. The focus? Turning critical minerals into a springboard for industrialization, job creation, and sustainable growth—whileContinue Reading
In Abidjan, African nations rich in critical minerals and their international partners have united to chart a bold new course: turning the continent’s vast mineral wealth into a catalyst for economic, industrial, and social transformation. The focus is on maximizing local value creation, securing sustainable financing, and building robust regionalContinue Reading
2026 world cup: record goals, dramatic comebacks and unforgettable moments With breathtaking late goals, stunning comebacks and surprises around every corner, the 2026 World Cup has already delivered unforgettable moments. As the quarter-finals approach, the tournament hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States continues to captivate fans worldwide. CouldContinue Reading
Government’s Egg Price Cap: A Misguided Move That Threatens Burkina Faso’s Aviculture Sector Burkina Faso’s egg producers are facing a harsh reality after the government imposed a fixed price on hen eggs, setting the retail cost at 100 F CFA per unit. The decision, jointly announced by the Ministries ofContinue Reading