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DRC crisis: M23 accused of mass forced conscription and brutal detentions Investigations reveal that the M23 armed group has systematically carried out mass forced conscriptions in eastern Democratic Republic of …
DRC crisis: M23 accused of mass forced conscription and brutal detentions Read More
Burkina Faso has successfully closed its first bond issue specifically targeting its diaspora, marking a major financial achievement. The operation, known as the Diaspora Bond, raised 151.5 billion CFA francs, …
Burkina Faso diaspora bond raises 151.5 billion FCFA, a strategic success Read More
Paris Saint-Germain are set for a busy summer transfer window. The French champions want to refresh Luis Enrique’s squad after winning a second consecutive Champions League. One name linked is …
PSG face Manchester United battle for Mateus Fernandes Read More
The embrace of a circular economy within Morocco’s textile sector stands to unlock a substantial $1.9 billion in private investment and generate over 30,000 employment opportunities. This transformative potential positions …
Morocco’s green textile revolution: unlocking $1.9 billion in investment and 30,000 jobs Read More
The government of Burkina Faso has achieved a historic milestone in its drive for financial sovereignty. The first tranche of the “Diaspora Bond,” launched on 6 May 2026 and closed …
Burkina Faso diaspora bond success mobilises 151.5 billion FCFA Read More
The African energy landscape is on the cusp of a historic transformation, with Niger now strategically positioned as a central player. Officially launched on June 4th in coordination with its …
Niger’s pivotal role in the trans-saharan gas pipeline project Read More
Bamako has officially integrated a new airborne asset into its military arsenal: the Russian-made Orion drone, a reconnaissance and attack unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for prolonged surveillance and precision …
Mali’s 20 million euro Russian drone purchase: a strategic gamble or financial folly? Read More
Ludovic Megne Ndong has officially commenced his tenure as the new president of Gabon’s Rail Transport Regulatory Authority (ARTF). The formal handover ceremony, marking his succession to François Banga Eboumi, …
Ludovic megne ndong assumes leadership of Gabon’s rail transport authority Read More
The President of the Republic of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, has today initiated an official visit to Senegal, Mali, and Guinea-Bissau. This diplomatic mission underscores a determined effort to advance regional …
Bénin’s president romuald wadagni embarks on regional integration tour to Senegal, Mali and Guinea-bissau Read More
South African judicial authorities have deferred their ruling on the bail application for pan-Africanist activist Kemi Seba until June 18, 2026. Seba has been held in Pretoria since April, initially …
Kemi Seba’s legal entanglement deepens in South Africa with Russian crypto funding allegations Read More
The 45th annual general meeting of Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) opens on June 9, 2206, in Rabat, Morocco, under the sign of a central challenge for African economies: financing …
Shelter afrique launches african cities financing initiative in Rabat Read More
The Togolese capital, Lomé, hosted a critical strategic summit on June 7 and 8, 2026, addressing the persistent crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Key regional mediation …
Regional mediators convene in Lomé to address eastern DRC conflict Read More