As Gabon marked its 66th Independence Day, Joachim Mbatchi Pambou, President of the Forum pour la Défense de la République (FDR) and a former candidate in the August 2023 presidential election, issued an official statement calling upon all national stakeholders to forge a ‘National Consolidation Pact’. This initiative is envisionedContinue Reading
As a bloody escalation of human rights violations grips Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the United States is poised to take decisive action. On Capitol Hill, Representative James P. McGovern has forcefully urged the Trump administration to implement targeted sanctions against high-ranking officials within the Sahel’s military juntas. The yearContinue Reading
Following a month of relative calm, political dynamics in the Democratic Republic of Congo (RDC) are once again at a critical juncture. An ultimatum, demanding President Tshisekedi convene a comprehensive national dialogue, officially expired on August 15. In response, the Head of State announced on Sunday his intention to addressContinue Reading
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Fenerbahçe18 août 21h00Lyon Canal+ compositions Fenerbahçe – Olympique Lyonnais live coverage Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9:00 PM UEFA Champions League 2026-2027, Qualification Play-offs, First Leg Welcome to our live coverage of this thrilling Champions League qualifier between Fenerbahçe and Olympique Lyonnais. The highly anticipated first leg of this UEFA ChampionsContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire sets 250 F/Kg price for shea almonds The Ivorian government has officially set a fixed price of 250 F/Kg for raw shea almonds, a move aimed at stabilizing the local market and supporting rural producers. This decision comes as part of broader efforts to enhance the economic valueContinue Reading
Recent figures revealing Benin’s total public debt at 9,122.2 billion West African CFA francs have sparked renewed concerns about over-indebtedness. Yet a closer look at the country’s macroeconomic indicators reveals a picture of financial stability, far removed from the alarmist claims circulating. How Benin’s debt-to-GDP ratio compares to regional benchmarksContinue Reading
Violent attack in northern Niger underscores military junta’s struggles The recent double assault in northern Niger, claimed by the Mouvement pour la Justice et la Liberté des Peuples (MPLJ), has left at least 15 soldiers dead, further exposing the deepening security crisis gripping the country. This incident, occurring under theContinue Reading
Lomé, 17 August 2026 — Municipal authorities in Lomé are gathering this week to sharpen their skills in financial resource mobilization and management. The three-day workshop, running from 17 to 19 August 2026, brings together officials from Golfe 2, Golfe 3, Agoè-Nyivé 5, and Agoè-Nyivé 6 in Golfe 7 commune.Continue Reading
Au Burkina Faso, la militarisation des journalistes au nom du patriotisme soulève de graves inquiétudes sur la liberté de la presse et le droit d’informer sans pression du pouvoir.Continue Reading
Senegal’s sunday snapshot: political trips, sports triumphs, and local unrest Sunday’s headlines in Senegal saw a gathering of the Kiiraay movement in Mbacké escalate into violent confrontations, prompting intervention from law enforcement. Concurrently, both the Senegalese and Ivorian presidents embarked on private visits to France, sparking considerable discussion. Furthermore, meteorologicalContinue Reading
In Gabon, the recent liberation of a journalist, held for nearly four months following publications deemed critical of the authorities, has reignited crucial discussions surrounding press protection during the ongoing transitional period. This incident highlights the inherent fragility of the legal framework governing journalistic practice since the August 2023 changeContinue Reading