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Niger takes decisive action against foreign media outlets amid rising security tensions In a bold move to safeguard national stability, Niger’s Observatoire national de la communication (ONC), led by Ibrahim …
Niger suspends international media outlets over national security concerns Read More
Sonelgaz advances 40 MW power plant project in N’Djamena A high-level delegation from Sonelgaz, led by its International CEO Yazid Djellouli, has arrived in N’Djamena to kickstart the 40 MW …
Sonelgaz launches 40 MW power plant project in N’Djamena Read More
Mali’s U17 team settles in Rabat for the upcoming tournament Following a successful training camp in Casablanca held from May 4 to 10, the Mali U17 national squad, affectionately known …
Mali U17 squad touches down in Rabat for CAN 2026 Read More
The difficult choice for the Central African Republic: Wagner or Africa Corps? The Central African Republic finds itself at a strategic crossroads regarding its security partnerships. While President Touadéra appears …
Security dilemma in the Central African Republic: choosing between Wagner and Africa Corps Read More
Macron slams Mali junta’s decision to expel French troops amid jihadist surge During a visit to Nairobi, French President Emmanuel Macron sharply criticised Mali’s military leadership for what he termed …
Macron criticises Mali junta over french troop withdrawal Read More
From the bustling Dakar waterfront to the serene Gorée Island, and from the Dakar airport highway to remote rural hamlets, solar-powered streetlights now illuminate the landscapes of Senegal. This growing …
French businesses thriving in Senegal’s solar energy sector Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko led the official send-off ceremony this morning for Senegal’s delegation departing for Nairobi. The high-level « Africa Forward » summit, running until May 13, 2026, brings …
Senegal delegation heads to africa forward summit in Nairobi Read More
CAF strips Senegal of Africa cup trophy amid football crisis The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, sparking outrage across …
CAF strips Senegal of Africa cup trophy amid football crisis Read More
As Romuald Wadagni prepares to assume office in late May 2026, diplomatic circles in both Bénin and Niger are buzzing with cautious optimism. The incoming president-elect’s imminent leadership could mark …
Diplomatic thaw brewing between Bénin and Niger under Wadagni Read More
Senegal stands at a pivotal moment in its democratic journey. The March 2024 presidential election, which propelled Bassirou Diomaye Faye to power with over 54% of the vote in the …
Senegal’s citizen power: history, challenges and renewal Read More
The space economy is rapidly becoming a vital strategic pillar for Côte d’Ivoire, which is now positioning itself to serve as a continental leader in the sector. Ivorian authorities view …
Côte d’Ivoire’s strategy to become a major african space hub Read More
Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire is transforming its role from a traditional financier into a strategic partner for the nation’s economic growth. During a press briefing, the bank’s leadership outlined its vision …
Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire: driving digital finance and industrial growth Read More