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The inauguration of the Zongo truck parking lot in Cotonou on May 22, 2026 marks a historic milestone in Benin’s road transport sector and port traffic management. The Port Autonome …
Cotonou’s new zongo parking transforms truck logistics and driver comfort Read More
The Republic of Togo’s recent announcement of visa exemptions for all African nationals presents a paradoxical facade of continental openness. While Lomé portrays this measure as a bold step toward …
Togo visa waiver policy: political charm masked by digital control Read More
The Senegalese government has recently intensified its stance against LGBTQ+ rights, with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivering a strong rebuke to Western nations during a parliamentary address on May 22. …
Senegal’s prime minister condemns western pressure on lgbtq+ rights Read More
Sénégal: Ousmane Sonko takes a firm stand on unnatural acts During a parliamentary session focused on current affairs this Friday, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko articulated a rigid defense of the …
Ousmane Sonko warns of zero tolerance for unnatural acts in Sénégal Read More
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has strongly criticized what he describes as Western attempts to impose homosexuality on African nations during a heated parliamentary address. Speaking in Dakar, …
Senegal’s prime minister rejects western pressure on homosexuality law Read MoreMajor military infrastructure unveiled in northern Côte d’Ivoire This week’s headlines in Côte d’Ivoire focused prominently on the inauguration of defense and security facilities in the northern regions, marking a …
Ivory coast defense upgrades and media regulation updates highlighted in 2026 press review Read More
During a heated address to lawmakers, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko forcefully pushed back against mounting criticism from Western nations regarding the country’s newly enacted legislation targeting same-sex relationships. The …
Senegal’s prime minister condemns western pressure over anti-lgbtq+ law Read More
Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, has delivered a firm message regarding the country’s legislative stance on same-sex relations. Speaking before the National Assembly, the head of government categorically dismissed any …
Ousmane Sonko rejects Western influence on Senegal’s anti-homosexuality laws Read MoreAbidjan, May 22, 2026 — The ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (ECGD) has joined forces with UN Women and key ECOWAS agencies to unveil a groundbreaking regional program focused on …
West africa adopts landmark gender and green economy initiative Read MoreAbidjan, 22 May 2026 — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Centre for Gender Development (CCDG) has joined forces with UN Women and key ECOWAS agencies to unveil …
West african leaders advance green economy and gender equality initiative Read More
The African Water Forum, themed From Vision to Action, will take place in N’Djamena, Chad, on July 15 and 16, 2026. This high-level event will convene policymakers, experts, and stakeholders …
N’Djamena to host African Water Forum in 2026 Read More
The Nigerian military has confirmed that the recent abduction of dozens of students and teachers in Oyo State, southern Nigeria, was orchestrated by fighters from Boko Haram. A military spokesperson …
Nigeria: boko haram blamed for school kidnappings in oyo state Read More