As a bloody escalation of human rights violations grips Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the United States is poised to take decisive action. On Capitol Hill, Representative James P. McGovern has forcefully urged the Trump administration to implement targeted sanctions against high-ranking officials within the Sahel’s military juntas. The yearContinue Reading
Following a month of relative calm, political dynamics in the Democratic Republic of Congo (RDC) are once again at a critical juncture. An ultimatum, demanding President Tshisekedi convene a comprehensive national dialogue, officially expired on August 15. In response, the Head of State announced on Sunday his intention to addressContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire sets 250 F/Kg price for shea almonds The Ivorian government has officially set a fixed price of 250 F/Kg for raw shea almonds, a move aimed at stabilizing the local market and supporting rural producers. This decision comes as part of broader efforts to enhance the economic valueContinue Reading
Lomé, 17 August 2026 — Municipal authorities in Lomé are gathering this week to sharpen their skills in financial resource mobilization and management. The three-day workshop, running from 17 to 19 August 2026, brings together officials from Golfe 2, Golfe 3, Agoè-Nyivé 5, and Agoè-Nyivé 6 in Golfe 7 commune.Continue Reading
Senegal’s sunday snapshot: political trips, sports triumphs, and local unrest Sunday’s headlines in Senegal saw a gathering of the Kiiraay movement in Mbacké escalate into violent confrontations, prompting intervention from law enforcement. Concurrently, both the Senegalese and Ivorian presidents embarked on private visits to France, sparking considerable discussion. Furthermore, meteorologicalContinue Reading
easing traffic on the Dakar-Bamako corridor At Moussala, a critical border crossing point in Sénégal, a queue of trucks stretching nearly 15 kilometers frequently forms, awaiting entry into Mali. This significant congestion along the vital Dakar-Bamako corridor highlights a persistent challenge in regional logistics and is a key focus inContinue Reading
Foot, Turquie fenerbahçe suffers league defeat before lyon champions league playoff Fenerbahçe affronte l’OL ce mardi (coup d’envoi à 21 heures). (AFP) Just three days before their crucial home leg against Lyon in the UEFA Champions League playoff, Fenerbahçe experienced a disappointing start to their domestic season, falling 1-2 toContinue Reading
Over 40 Burkinabè journalists, representing both state-owned and private media outlets, have recently completed a military training program. The ruling junta describes this initiative as a “patriotic immersion,” an event now slated to occur annually. In a nation grappling with an ongoing conflict against jihadist groups, a similar mandatoryContinue Reading
In a move that validates months of public warnings, the government has confirmed a sharp adjustment to fuel prices across the country. This sudden increase, announced in the early hours of Saturday, marks a direct response to mounting global oil market pressures. Following the official communiqué released this morning, theContinue Reading
French young defender Methalie set for Premier League move after Toulouse deal After weeks of intense negotiations, Toulouse FC has reached a comprehensive agreement with Sunderland for the transfer of 20-year-old left-back Dayann Methalie to the Premier League. The young French defender is scheduled to undergo his medical examination withContinue Reading
The Senegalese government has announced a fresh increase in fuel prices, effective from Saturday, August 15, 2026. Motorists will now pay 990 F CFA per litre for super gasoline and 755 F CFA per litre for diesel, marking respective rises of 70 F CFA and 75 F CFA. The MinistryContinue Reading
The energy partnership between Algeria and Niger has reached a significant milestone, strengthening regional integration across the Sahel. Through a strengthened collaboration between Algeria’s Sonatrach and Niger’s Sonidep, both nations are paving the way for deeper commercial and strategic exchanges. First Jet A1 fuel shipments from Adrar refinery A clearContinue Reading