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In the second quarter of 2026, Bénin achieved a remarkable 26.4 billion FCFA in exports to member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), steadily solidifying its …
Benin’s thriving regional trade: a testament to economic transformation since 2016 Read More
From Cotonou to Washington, a consistent message emerges: bolster national capabilities, cultivate diverse partnerships, and uphold democratic principles as a cornerstone for regional stability. The recent visit by General Fructueux …
Benin’s robust security diplomacy: forging partnerships for regional stability Read More
In Niamey, the newly formed Alliance of Sahel States (AES) has marked a significant institutional milestone with the inauguration of its confederal parliament. However, beneath this apparent structural development lies …
The alliance of Sahel states’ new parliament: a democratic dilemma Read More
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Dialogue national en RDC : Félix Tshisekedi exclut la participation du M23 Read More
Tonight marks a significant challenge for Paris Saint-Germain as they travel to face Lille. After a shaky start to their Ligue 1 campaign, the Parisian giants aim to secure their …
Lille versus psg: where to watch tonight’s ligue 1 clash live Read More
Afrique United States and Benin bolster defense alliance The United States and Benin have reaffirmed their strategic alliance during a meeting at the Pentagon, focusing on military cooperation and regional …
United states and Benin strengthen security partnership Read More
In the West African nation of Mali, President Assimi Goïta is currently navigating an intricate and deeply sensitive societal issue: the ongoing debate surrounding female genital mutilation (FGM), often referred …
Mali’s assimi goïta navigates sensitive debate on female genital mutilation Read More
While the official communications from Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s administration consistently highlight a systematic reconquest of national territory, the on-the-ground reality presents a significantly more complex picture. On the evening of …
Examining Burkina Faso’s security claims amidst persistent militant operations Read More
Gabon confronts a $330 million debt claim Libreville, Thursday, August 27, 2026 – The financial challenge facing Gabon has escalated dramatically. A South African debt recovery fund, Bosch Capital, has …
Gabon confronts a $330 million debt claim Read More
Tombouctou — The northern regions of Mali continue to experience intense instability. A convoy of the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa), accompanied by Russian fighters from the Africa Corps, encountered an …
Mali’s north remains volatile: ambush near Ber challenges security efforts Read More
A recent decision, widely anticipated by political observers, has confirmed the inadmissibility of a proposed law. This outcome was foreshadowed by the head of government, who had previously asserted that …
Senegal’s political chessboard: the evolving power play between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko Read More
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Angola have officially signed a significant 30-year concession agreement for the vital Dilolo-Sakania railway line. This landmark deal encompasses the comprehensive rehabilitation, modernization, …
Angola and drc forge 30-year rail concession for dilolo-sakania line Read More