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On the morning of May 18, a drone operated by the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) tragically struck a vehicle belonging to the GATIA, an armed movement that has consistently demonstrated …
Malian drone strike targets allied forces in Intahaka, exposing strategic disarray Read More
On May 18, 2026, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire’s vibrant economic hub, became the focal point for a crucial continental discussion on personal data governance. For four days, the ninth international conference …
Abidjan spotlights data privacy in Africa’s digital transformation Read More
Lomé, Togo — The third edition of Biashara Afrika kicked off on May 18, 2026, bringing together African leaders, investors, and private sector representatives to discuss trade, investment, and continental …
Togo hosts biashara afrika 2026: gnassingbé pushes for actionable african economic integration Read More
The highly anticipated draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) qualifiers has been finalized in Cairo, Egypt, setting the stage for months of high-stakes competition across the continent. …
Can 2027 qualifiers draw sets stage for african football drama Read More
The Burkina Faso government, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has taken a decisive step by permanently shutting down the laboratories of the Target Malaria project and mandating the destruction of …
Burkina Faso’s malaria crisis escalates under Ibrahim Traoré’s leadership Read More
Senegal minister takes legal action against media over false allegations Senegal’s Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Livestock, Mabouba Diagne, has filed a defamation lawsuit against several media outlets. The …
Senegal minister sues media over false corruption allegations Read More
tragic drone strikes kill civilians preparing wedding in Mali A somber incident unfolded on Sunday when drone strikes by the Malian army tragically claimed the lives of at least ten …
Tragic drone strikes kill civilians preparing wedding in Mali Read More
Following his transfer by the Linguère urban police station this Monday, Matar Ndiaga Seck has been officially indicted and remanded in custody. The decision was handed down by the investigating …
Ndiaga Seck clarifies Ousmane Sonko’s lack of involvement during police questioning Read More
Senegal confirms no state funding for 2026 world cup fan travel The Senegalese Ministry of Sports has clarified that the government will not be funding supporters’ travel to the FIFA …
Senegal confirms no state funding for 2026 world cup fan travel Read More
The Burkina Faso transition government is facing mounting scrutiny as its priorities come under question amid an escalating humanitarian and security crisis. With daily reports of terrorist attacks, besieged villages, …
Burkina Faso crisis: Ibrahim Traoré’s literary focus amid security collapse Read More
The first giraffe born in Niger’s Gadabedji Biosphere Reserve, named Abagana, has died tragically, leaving behind a void that extends far beyond the savanna. The young giraffe’s passing on May …
Niger loses first homegrown giraffe: a symbol of hope fades too soon Read More
The smallholder farmers of Benin are writing a new success story on the world stage. From the sugar-loaf pineapples of Allada to the organic soya of the Ouémé Valley and …
Benin’s premium farm products gain global recognition through quality reforms Read More