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On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Ousmane Sonko, the dynamic leader of Senegal’s Pastef party and current President of the National Assembly, marked his 52nd birthday. The occasion drew an outpouring …
Ousmane Sonko turns 52: heartfelt tributes pour in from Senegal’s political sphere Read More
In response to soaring cement prices and reported shortages across multiple regions, the Nigerien government has intervened with a decisive measure. On July 13, 2026, the Ministry of Commerce and …
Niger’s cement price cap exposes market vulnerabilities Read More
The latest judicial appointments in Senegal have ignited intense debate, with political analysts questioning their potential impact on the country’s democratic landscape. According to senior political scientist Mamadou Wane, known …
Senegal judicial appointments spark debate over sonko’s 2029 exclusion Read More
Following the historic success of an initial wave of cultural restitutions, Benin is taking a decisive new step. By establishing a national scientific committee on July 14, 2026, Cotonou is …
Bénin’s cultural restitution boosts economy and national pride Read More
DRC at UN: critical minerals governance key to peace and development Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner addressing the UN General Assembly Security Wednesday 15 July 2026 The Democratic Republic of the Congo …
DRC at un: critical minerals governance key to peace and development Read More
The Moroccan political landscape is witnessing a bold and calculated shift as the Justice and Development Party (PJD) expands its influence across all age groups, from seasoned conservatives to the …
How a Moroccan party is targeting every generation from traditionalists to Gen Z Read More
The provisional findings of Gabon’s latest population and housing census have reached a critical milestone this week. On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, Vice President Hermann Immongault formally presented the preliminary …
Gabon census data under constitutional review in Libreville Read More
In a decisive move against persistent terrorist threats in their border regions, Bénin and Burkina Faso have initiated long-anticipated joint military patrols. This crucial step, driven by Cotonou’s strategic defense …
Historic joint patrols: Benin and Burkina Faso secure koualou border Read More
In the heart of Dakar, the residence of the Moroccan Embassy played host to a unique photographic exhibition titled “Morocco–Senegal: a Shared History, a Common Destiny”. The event, held on …
Morocco and Senegal: a shared history unveiled through photography in Dakar Read More
The brief but significant return of Macky Sall to Dakar marks an unprecedented political moment since the transfer of power in April 2024. The former Senegalese head of state himself …
Macky sall returns to Dakar for pivotal talks with president diomaye faye Read More
Breaking News Sécurité: Lomé : Faure Gnassingbé et l’émissaire de Félix Tshisekedi échangent sur les défis sécuritaires dans l’Est de la RDC et les efforts de médiation⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Beni …
Lomé : Faure Gnassingbé et l’émissaire de Félix Tshisekedi échangent sur les défis sécuritaires dans l’Est de la RDC et les efforts de médiation Read More
Breaking News Sécurité: Lomé : Faure Gnassingbé et l’émissaire de Félix Tshisekedi échangent sur les défis sécuritaires dans l’Est de la RDC et les efforts de médiation⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Beni …
Lomé : Faure Gnassingbé et l’émissaire de Félix Tshisekedi échangent sur les défis sécuritaires dans l’Est de la RDC et les efforts de médiation Read More