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Romain Gras Senior journalist specializing in DRC and Great Lakes politics Stanis Bujakera Tshiamala DRC political analyst and editor M23 conflict João Lourenço Joseph Kabila Félix Tshisekedi Behind the diplomatic …
Diplomatic tensions in DRC: behind the scenes of the tussle between Tshisekedi and Lourenço Read More
Cotonou hosts landmark education reform workshop This week, Cotonou has become the epicenter of Benin’s most ambitious education transformation yet. From June 22 to 26, 2026, the Azalaï hotel is …
Benin’s education reform: new curricula to shape future generations Read More
Folarin Balogun, the rising star of the US men’s national football team, is set to pursue a summer transfer away from Monaco, fueling intense interest from top-tier English clubs. The …
Folarin Balogun’s summer exit from Monaco sparks Premier League frenzy Read More
Three years after the military junta in Niger forged closer ties with Russia, the country continues to grapple with an escalating jihadist insurgency. Despite the authorities’ stated goal of restoring …
Niger’s security crisis deepens despite Russian military partnership Read More
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s public health authorities have confirmed 1,003 Ebola cases and 254 deaths, reflecting a fatality rate of 25.3%. The situation remains dire, with 91.3% of infections …
Ebola outbreak in democratic republic of Congo claims over 250 lives amid crisis Read More
Lomé is taking bold steps to modernize its aviation sector and reduce carbon emissions with the signing of two groundbreaking agreements at the 2026 African Airports and Airlines Annual Assembly. …
Togo advances sustainable aviation fuel push with new Lomé airport deal Read More
The diplomatic ties between Gabon and Mauritania have reached new heights following a high-level meeting in Libreville. Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the President of Gabon, welcomed Messouda Bahama Mohamed Laghdaf, …
Mauritania seeks Gabon’s backing for OIF leadership bid Read More
In a decisive move to silence mounting political speculation, Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, categorically denied allegations of issuing an ultimatum to the country’s Head of State. Speaking …
Sonko dismisses ultimatum rumors against senegalese president Read More
Gabon’s political landscape, shaped by the March-April 1990 National Conference, has long thrived on robust democratic exchanges. Political parties have historically asserted their presence through bold statements, targeted critiques, and …
Reviving Gabon’s political debate for stronger democracy Read More
On Monday, June 22, 2026, President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) welcomed His Excellency Évariste Ndayishimiye, President of the Republic of Burundi and current …
DRC and Burundi leaders reinforce ties amid regional security and health concerns Read More
The Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, Ms. Messouda Bahama Mohamed Laghdaf, arrived in Libreville on Monday, June 22, bearing an official message from …
Mauritania seeks Gabon’s backing for OIF secretary-general bid Read More
The Diomaye-Sonko partnership lasted barely two years. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially relieved Ousmane Sonko of his duties as Prime Minister, a position now vacant. Sonko, who now leads …
Political tensions in the senegalese government amid power shift in dak Read More