Diplomatic milestone: Faure Gnassingbé joins Yoweri Museveni’s inauguration in Kampala On 12 May 2026, Faure Gnassingbé, President of the Togo Republic, paid an official visit to Kampala, Uganda, to attend Yoweri Museveni’s swearing-in ceremony following his re-election in the 15 January 2026 general elections. The inauguration, held under the themeContinue Reading
BERD steps up investments in Senegal with focus on water and green energy The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (BERD) has reaffirmed its commitment to Senegal through a high-level meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, signaling a new phase of intensified collaboration. Key initiatives include major water infrastructure andContinue Reading
Over the past two decades, Senegal’s largest public contracts have seen a dramatic shift in leadership. Where French conglomerates once held sway, Chinese, Turkish, Tunisian, and Emirati firms now command the lion’s share of infrastructure projects across the country. From ports to stadiums, hotels to industrial zones, the balance ofContinue Reading
The Republic of Chad has secured a stable economic outlook from S&P Global Ratings, affirming its commitment to the «Tchad Connexion 2030» National Development Plan. On March 16, the agency maintained the country’s sovereign credit rating at «B-», signaling strong confidence in Chad’s economic trajectory. This decision reflects robust growth,Continue Reading
The vibrant commune of Abobo in Abidjan is in mourning today as it bids farewell to one of its most prominent political and cultural figures. Koné Gogé, the esteemed former mayor of Abobo, long-standing PDCI-RDA delegate for Abobo 2, and revered chief of the Kpafonon village, has passed away thisContinue Reading
A coordinated offensive by Nigerian, Nigerien, and Chadian forces has forced Boko Haram jihadists to abandon their hideouts along the Lake Chad basin, marking a significant shift in the region’s security landscape. According to intelligence sources and local witnesses, the campaign—launched late last week—combined precision airstrikes by Chadian fighter jetsContinue Reading
Rodez shocks Red Star in thrilling Ligue 2 playoff clash Ligue 2 Playoff stage Red Star 2-3 Rodez AF Red Star 2-3 Rodez AF Goals: Cabral (15′) and Escartin (61′) for Red Star // Baldé (29′), Magnin (67′) and Younoussa (69′) for Rodez AF Red card: Haag (90’+5′) for RedContinue Reading
In Dakar, economists and policymakers are engaged in a critical dialogue about Senegal’s escalating debt burden. The two-day International Conference on Debt in Senegal has drawn experts, financial analysts, and former government officials to explore progressive alternatives to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) austerity-driven policies. The event, titled « DebtContinue Reading
In a strategic move to bolster its automotive sector presence, Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, a diversified African investment group, has acquired the Société Ivoirienne de Contrôle Technique Automobile (SICTA), Côte d’Ivoire’s longstanding leader in vehicle inspection services. Transforming Côte d’Ivoire’s automotive landscape David Fofana, CEO of Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, recently addressed the mediaContinue Reading
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, held a significant meeting with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to address critical economic challenges. The discussion focused on debt sustainability and the implementation of structural reforms essential for the country’s long-term stability. While the exchange underscored mutual commitment,Continue Reading
The weekend of May 10-11, 2026, will be etched in Mali’s energy crisis as a dark chapter. Near the Baoulé forest in the Kayes region, militants from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) targeted and demolished several high-voltage transmission towers. This calculated assault unfolded under theContinue Reading
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dakar recently hosted a landmark official visit by Norway’s Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, from May 3 to 4, 2026. This two-day diplomatic engagement underscored the strengthening ties between Norway and Senegal through high-level dialogue and strategic cooperation. key meetings and discussions in SenegalContinue Reading