Local political clash erupts in Saint-Louis over shifting alliances Tensions have flared in Saint-Louis, Senegal, after a sharp exchange between Modou Mbène Guèye, coordinator of the Pastef party in the region, and Abba Mbaye, a former deputy, following critical remarks aired on a national television program. During the appearance, AbbaContinue Reading
Escalating tensions between west african nations over counterterrorism efforts Tensions have resurfaced between the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and Nigeria, sparked by remarks from the Nigerian president that did not sit well in Bamako, Niamey, and Ouagadougou. During a meeting with Nigerian traditional leaders on July 30, Bola AhmedContinue Reading
The inaugural members of Bénin‘s Senate convened in Porto-Novo, the nation’s capital, to inaugurate the newly established upper chamber of Parliament. During this session, former Bénin President Patrice Talon was elected to lead the Senate for a five-year term ending in 2031. The voting process concluded with Patrice Talon securingContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire’s vision: building big while governing fairly Editorial Team August 7, 2026 81 No comments As Côte d’Ivoire marks 66 years of independence, President Alassane Dramane Ouattara is outlining a bold new vision for the nation’s future. His address to the country transcends mere economic metrics or security promises,Continue Reading
In the heart of Kinshasa’s political corridors, Minister Grâce Kutino’s recent statements on the constitutional reform debate have ignited fresh discussions. As the head of the Ministry of Youth and Patriotic Awakening, her words carry weight, but do they truly reflect the official stance of the Democratic Republic of theContinue Reading
Relations between the United States and Morocco are entering a pivotal phase as Washington shifts its stance on two key North African issues: the Western Sahara and the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. After endorsing Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara in 2020, U.S. support now appears to extendContinue Reading
Sénégal: three influencers handed prison sentences for insulting the head of state Three prominent social media personalities from Sénégal, closely aligned with the former ruling party Pastef, have been sentenced to prison terms following the release of a controversial video on TikTok. The ruling comes amid escalating political tensions betweenContinue Reading
Ebola surge in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues to worsen The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a worsening Ebola crisis that began on May 15 in Ituri Province, in the country’s northeast. The rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain—currently without an approved vaccine or targeted treatment—has rapidly expandedContinue Reading
During an official visit to Côte d’Ivoire, Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema conducted an on-site inspection of key infrastructure projects in Abidjan. This hands-on exploration allowed the head of state to evaluate progress in diplomatic, industrial, and urban development sectors, with the goal of applying valuable lessons to Gabon’sContinue Reading
African news today urgent presidential health projects transform Bamako’s medical landscape Mali’s government reports rapid progress on emergency health initiatives in Bamako’s Commune III and VI, promising enhanced medical access for residents. Staff Writer August 7, 2026 — 1 minute read Share On August 6, 2026, a high-level government delegation,Continue Reading
The Gabonese government is shifting its economic strategy to counter the steady decline in oil production. As part of this transition, the country is prioritizing its mining potential to bolster growth and reduce reliance on hydrocarbons. Authorities aim to launch eight new mines by 2030 as a cornerstone of thisContinue Reading
