Bénin marks 66 years of independence with historic celebrations in Cotonou The Republic of Bénin marked 66 years of sovereignty on August 1, 2026, with a series of high-profile events held along the Boulevard de la Marina in Cotonou. The official ceremony blended institutional solemnity with powerful symbolic gestures, reflectingContinue Reading
Trump’s clear stance on Western Sahara sovereignty In a message to King Mohammed VI on the occasion of Morocco’s Throne Day, Donald Trump made a decisive declaration: “The United States unequivocally recognizes Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara and fully supports the Moroccan autonomy proposal as the only viable, credible, andContinue Reading
The 27th anniversary of Morocco’s Throne Day was marked by a significant message from the White House, as President Donald Trump reiterated Washington’s unwavering stance on the Sahara region. In his address to King Mohammed VI, he confirmed that the United States recognizes Morocco’s full sovereignty over Western Sahara andContinue Reading
On August 1, 2026, as Bénin marked its national holiday, President Romuald Wadagni delivered a significant address to the nation. Central to his official statement was a profound expression of the homeland’s gratitude towards the Forces of Defense and Security (FDS), acknowledging their crucial role as guardians of peace andContinue Reading
X Une dizaine de soldats tués par Boko Haram A dozen nigerien soldiers killed The assault on the military position Boko Haram militants targeted a position held by the Defense and Security Forces in the vicinity of N’Guigmi, a garrison town located in the Diffa region. This area, bordering LakeContinue Reading
The National Republican Coalition (CNR) has launched a sharp political offensive against Gabon’s current leadership, directly targeting the transitional president, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. The coalition accuses his administration of inconsistent decision-making and a betrayal of the initial reform spirit that followed Ali Bongo Ondimba’s fall. This unusually direct critiqueContinue Reading
Fichier généré le Featured series The enduring legacy of Morocco-China diplomacy From Hassan II’s 1960 UN address to Crown Prince Moulay Hassan’s 2024 meeting with Xi Jinping, the Sino-Moroccan relationship has been built on deep-rooted loyalty and symbolic gestures. One defining moment came in 2016 when King Mohammed VI’s landmarkContinue Reading
After a standout season in Ligue 1, Malian midfielder Mamadou Sangaré is set to embark on a new journey with Brentford FC. The club confirmed the transfer, though the exact fee remains undisclosed, with British media estimating the deal at over €45 million. Sangaré, who arrived in France last summerContinue Reading
Key revelations from Colonel Otoulou in the Martinez Zogo case The ongoing case surrounding the tragic disappearance and murder of investigative journalist Martinez Zogo has taken a significant turn with the testimony of Colonel Otoulou, a high-ranking security official. His statements have shed new light on the circumstances surrounding theContinue Reading
The Gabonese government is reassessing its controversial contract with Karpowership, a subsidiary of Turkey’s Karadeniz Holding, which operates floating power plants. Officials in Libreville currently pay 1.8 billion CFA francs monthly for a theoretical capacity of 150 megawatts, yet actual power delivered fluctuates between 80 and 90 megawatts. This disparityContinue Reading
The Kingdom of Morocco’s ambassador to Niger joined the country’s foreign minister to inaugurate a special ceremony commemorating the 27th anniversary of the Throne Day, a pivotal moment underscoring the deep bonds between the two nations. This year’s festivities were framed by a review of Morocco’s transformative achievements under KingContinue Reading
Lomé, 30 July 2026 — Togo is reshaping its economic future by placing the private sector at the heart of its long-term ambitions. In a pivotal gathering held in the capital, government officials, business leaders, and international partners convened to map out how private enterprises can become the engine ofContinue Reading