Bénin’s economic leap: a transformative visit to Addis-Abeba The bustling capital of Ethiopia became the epicenter of economic diplomacy on a pivotal Monday in July, when President Romuald Wadagni of the Bénin embarked on a high-stakes working visit to Addis-Abeba. Beyond the ceremonial welcome at Bole International Airport, where heContinue Reading
Morocco and the World Bank have inked a groundbreaking partnership aimed at supercharging inclusive economic growth across the Kingdom. The agreement, announced by Nadia Fettah, Minister of Economy and Finance, zeroes in on two critical fronts: unlocking job opportunities for women and for young people, whether in urban hubs orContinue Reading
The strategic enclave of Ceuta has once again emerged as a critical battleground in the fight against international terrorism, particularly jihadist networks, thanks to robust security cooperation with Morocco. Recent operations have uncovered the intricate ties between illicit financing—through smuggling and drug trafficking—and terrorist recruitment, which has long plagued theContinue Reading
Historic Summit in Hammamet: Africa charts its digital sovereignty path The African Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity has officially kicked off in Hammamet, Tunisia, marking a pivotal moment in the continent’s technological evolution. From July 13 to 15, 2026, policymakers, innovators, and academics are convening to shape a robustContinue Reading
who will stand beside Chad’s leader at the african water forum? As Chad prepares to host the African Water Forum, all eyes are on President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno and his counterparts from across the continent. This high-level gathering, set to take place in N’Djamena, aims to unite African nationsContinue Reading
While the legal framework appears unambiguous, enforcement remains inconsistent. The recently updated aviation agreement between the European Union and Morocco explicitly excludes Western Sahara—yet European carriers continue operating flights to the disputed territory without adhering to this exclusion. The European Parliament gave its green light to the revised protocol onContinue Reading
Currently holding the presidency of the United Nations Security Council for July, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has clearly articulated its objective to permanently integrate a critical issue into global discussions: the governance of natural resources. This matter is deemed fundamental to addressing contemporary conflicts effectively. To advance thisContinue Reading
Economy Gabon takes bold steps to regulate digital giants By Chief Editor July 14, 2026 98 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Once a space largely untouched by national borders and sovereignty, the digital economy is entering a new phase where governments are reasserting control over citizen protection,Continue Reading
In a significant move impacting religious organizations, Paul Atanga Nji, Cameroon’s Minister in charge of cults, announced on July 8, 2026, the “imminent closure” of 1,400 new churches across the nation. This decision stems from what he described as “persistent administrative irregularities” surrounding their operations. The minister had previously mandatedContinue Reading
The key details 59 fatalities: death toll from Côte d’Ivoire floods since mid-May 2026, with over 20 in Attécoubé alone 5 targeted districts: Nématoulaye, Djéné écaré, Santé 3, Cité Fairmont and Attécoubé 3 Timeline: demolition campaign launched on July 13, 2026, with heavy machinery deployed until July 24 Evacuation notice:Continue Reading
France vs Spain: why this World Cup semifinal is called the final before the final For the third time in as many competitions over the last three years, France and Spain face off in the semifinals on Tuesday. “It’s not an exaggeration to call this match the final before theContinue Reading
International French-Moroccan ties strengthen with French Prime Minister’s Rabat visit French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu embarks on a two-day diplomatic mission to Rabat, marking a significant step in strengthening French-Moroccan relations. The visit underscores efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. Accompanied by a delegation of twelve ministers, includingContinue Reading