Fans will have to wait. On Monday evening, the National Assembly rejected an amendment that would have required one Ligue 1 match per week to be broadcast free-to-air. The measure, which had been approved in committee weeks earlier, was meant to be part of a bill reforming professional sports. ItContinue Reading
UN warns of extreme violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo amid ongoing conflict A United Nations-backed independent investigation panel has issued a stark warning about a “situation of exceptional gravity” unfolding in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). On June 29 in Geneva, the panelContinue Reading
Libreville, Tuesday 30 June 2026 – Faced with a company that has become a symbol of the difficulties in accessing drinking water and electricity in Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema chose a method rarely used in managing major public crises. Rather than speaking from a distance or through administrative communiqués,Continue Reading
Politics | Democratic Republic of the Congo New mining guard unit to protect DRC’s mineral riches The Congolese government is in talks with a private firm to train 20,000 agents who will form a dedicated mining guard for extraction zones. The reform is part of broader efforts to improve governanceContinue Reading
Significant political friction is emerging at the highest levels of the Senegalese government following the National Assembly’s adoption of a proposed constitutional law. Ousmane Sonko, who presides over the legislative body, has openly voiced strong criticism against President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, accusing him of attempting to revise constitutional provisions thatContinue Reading
During the closing remarks of the Gabon Economic Forum (GEF), Alain-Claude Kouakoua, who presides over the Fédération des entreprises du Gabon (FEG), underscored a critical challenge facing the nation’s economy: the substantial debt the state owes to private sector enterprises. For many years, this liability has been commonly estimated atContinue Reading
The psg transfer window is set to be lively, with arrivals and departures expected this summer. While the parisian club is looking to strengthen, some players could leave the ship. Bradley barcola is reportedly considering packing his bags. And a strained relationship with luis enrique makes his transfer entirely possible.Continue Reading
The onset of each rainy season in Togo invariably brings a familiar pattern of challenges. Thoroughfares become impassable, residential districts are inundated, homes are swamped by floodwaters, and households are left to manage the significant damage independently. For many Togolese citizens, these environmental calamities are no longer rare occurrences butContinue Reading
The Western Sahara stands as Africa’s last unresolved decolonization issue. Designated by the United Nations as a non-self-governing territory, this region is a focal point where international law, regional rivalries, and energy security concerns intricately converge. Our analysis reveals a striking paradox: while the military situation on the ground appearsContinue Reading
Paris Saint-Germain is gearing up for a bustling transfer period, marked by both incoming talents and significant departures. Among those anticipated to leave the capital club is Kang-In Lee. The 25-year-old talent is reportedly on the verge of joining Atlético de Madrid, a move that could see swift progression followingContinue Reading
Special Prosecutor Mario Mètonou recently showcased Bénin’s judicial expertise on the international stage, representing the nation at the annual Council session of the World Customs Organization (OMD) in Brussels. On Friday, June 26, 2026, Mètonou participated as an expert in a high-level panel dedicated to the critical global fight againstContinue Reading
Bénin President Wadagni initiates major administrative overhaul in Benin President Romuald Wadagni has launched a significant institutional offensive, embarking on a comprehensive reorganization of Benin’s public administration. This sweeping reform includes the dissolution of several strategic agencies, many of which were established under the previous administration of Patrice Talon. PersonnalitésContinue Reading