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The Kremlin’s diplomatic playbook seems to have a new rule: when allies stumble, Moscow goes silent. This isn’t a breakdown in loyalty—it’s a deliberate strategy, one that has left observers …
Russia’s calculated silence: a new tool in its global alliances Read More
literary festival / talks and debates Dakar’s fifth international literature festival (FILID) highlights modern african and global writing The Festival international de littérature de Dakar (FILID) returns for its fifth …
Dakar’s international literature festival celebrates contemporary african voices Read More
The leader of the Pastef party, Ousmane Sonko, has summoned his political inner circle for a high-stakes meeting this Friday. The gathering is set to take place at 6:00 PM …
Ousmane Sonko convenes Pastef leadership at Cité Keur Gorgui Read More
Politics Laurent Gbagbo re-elected as head of PPA-CI in Côte d’Ivoire Ivorian political party members gathered in Abidjan have renewed their support for Laurent Gbagbo, who was re-elected during an …
Laurent Gbagbo remains leader of PPA-CI in Côte d’Ivoire Read More
The leader of Pastef, Ousmane Sonko, has organized a high-level meeting with his political inner circle at his private residence in Cité Keur Gorgui. This strategic consultation involves the core …
Ousmane Sonko gathers his political staff at Cité Keur Gorgui Read More
The Parti des peuples africains-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI), led by former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo, has announced that multiple party officials and activists will be barred from attending its first ordinary …
Ppa-ci bans key members from upcoming congress amid disciplinary action Read More
The Division of Criminal Investigations (DIC) has successfully apprehended Matar Ndiaga Seck, a figure closely associated with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This arrest was executed following a formal search notice …
Matar Ndiaga Seck detained in Sénégal over alleged acts against nature Read More
Since 2016, Benin has undergone a remarkable agricultural transformation, driven by bold government reforms. Through substantial subsidies, rapid mechanization, and strategic land management, the nation has achieved unprecedented production levels …
Benin’s agricultural reform sparks economic growth since 2016 Read More
Political strategists expect a pivotal meeting at Ousmane Sonko‘s residence in the Cité Keur Gorgui this evening. The Prime Minister and PASTEF/Les Patriotes leader has called for a closed-door session …
Sonko gathers top political allies ahead of key decisions Read More
The outcome was never in question for those within the inner circles of the Parti des peuples africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI). As early as mid-May, party officials were already …
Laurent Gbagbo maintains his grip on the PPA-CI leadership in Côte d’Ivoire Read More
urgent meeting at ousmane sonko’s residence ahead of pastef congress In a decisive move, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party, has called an emergency gathering of key party members …
Urgent meeting at ousmane sonko’s residence ahead of pastef congress Read More
Diplomatic authorities in France are closely monitoring the case of a French citizen recently arrested in Senegal on charges related to homosexuality, according to insiders familiar with the matter. The …
French national detained in Senegal over homosexuality amid tightened laws Read More