The ongoing turmoil in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has evolved beyond mere military confrontations, according to research by Josaphat Musamba, a doctoral candidate at Ghent University in Belgium. The instability, he argues, serves as a deliberate strategy to advance a broader geopolitical agenda rather than being a spontaneous securityContinue Reading
Europe’s football powerhouses take a stand against FIFA’s privatisation push The global football community is on the brink of an unprecedented institutional crisis after Europe’s governing body, UEFA, announced an immediate and indefinite boycott of all FIFA-organised tournaments. The move follows FIFA’s controversial proposal to open the ownership and revenueContinue Reading
Abidjan — July 31, 2026 — The nation’s headlines are dominated today by escalating judicial drama within the Ivorian Democratic Party (PDCI-RDA), alongside key economic developments such as a landmark mining cooperation pact with Botswana and a high-profile embezzlement investigation at the General Tax Directorate (DGI). Judicial tussle within PDCI-RDAContinue Reading
Published today at 10:24 AM Reading time: 5 minutes. Generated file on Read in the app Summarize Jassim Ahdani Journalist, Morocco Correspondent Morocco-China relations King Mohammed VI President Xi Jinping By Abdoulaye Mounkaila — ReporterContinue Reading
Strengthening bonds through shared growth Bamako recently played host to a high-profile gathering marking the 27th anniversary of Morocco’s Throne Day, an event that underscored the deepening economic and diplomatic ties between Rabat and Bamako. The celebration brought together officials, diplomats, and community leaders to reflect on the progress achievedContinue Reading
The arrival of Lucas Chevalier at Paris Saint-Germain a year ago carried high expectations. Touted as the future goalkeeper of the French national team, his first season with the club has instead raised serious questions about his long-term role at the Parc des Princes.Continue Reading
Strengthening bilateral ties between Libreville and Banjul Gabon’s Head of State, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, arrived yesterday in Banjul, the capital of Gambia, for a four-day working and friendship visit. He was warmly received by his counterpart, President Adama Barrow, with whom he held a private meeting before engagingContinue Reading
The new Premier League season kicks off with Ipswich Town facing Sunderland at Portman Road on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 16:00 BST. After securing an immediate return to England’s top flight, Ipswich will aim to establish themselves as a permanent fixture, while Sunderland—fresh from a remarkable seventh-place finish andContinue Reading
Civilian casualties in Russian-backed military operation in central Mali Eight civilians, including three children, were killed in an alleged illegal airstrike conducted by Africa Corps, a Russian-backed military force, in the Malian village of Kyrnia on June 15, 2026. The attack, which struck a residential area and a livestock market,Continue Reading
As Cameroon gears up for the 2027 elections, economist Serge Alain Godong dissects the country’s political landscape with unfiltered clarity. By applying the game theory and the prisoner’s dilemma, he argues that Maurice Kamto’s prospects for victory in 2018—and likely in the upcoming vote—were inherently slim. In a sharp analysis,Continue Reading
The newly established Senate of Bénin comprises 25 members, appointed by the Head of State or holding ex-officio positions, including former Presidents. This institution was created through a constitutional amendment passed in November 2025, with the primary goal of enhancing political regulation and fostering national stability. The inauguration ceremony wasContinue Reading
Gabon makes a triumphant return to global financial markets The Gabonese government has successfully concluded a $920 million (526 billion FCFA) bond issuance on international financial markets, marking a significant milestone in its economic recovery strategy. This operation underscores the country’s renewed credibility among global investors, as confirmed by officialContinue Reading