Senegal’s government has announced an increase in fuel prices, taking effect on August 15, 2026. This adjustment impacts both super gasoline and diesel, two commodities whose pricing structure directly influences national inflation, transportation expenses, and the competitiveness of industrial sectors. Dakar’s decision aligns with a trend observed across several WestContinue Reading
The Union Saint-Gilloise is set to receive a substantial financial boost following the transfer of Israeli winger Anan Khalaili to Crystal Palace. The Premier League club confirmed on Saturday that Khalaili had signed a five-year contract with them, with the Brussels-based side expected to net a fee of €24.5 million,Continue Reading
Sovereign food strategy drives Côte d’Ivoire’s livestock sector Côte d’Ivoire is sharpening its focus on boosting local animal and fishery production to cut reliance on costly imports, with external meat and offal purchases exceeding 782 billion West African CFA francs in 2024, figures revealed by Bouadi Beda Paul, Director ofContinue Reading
Senegal’s saturday, august 15, 2026: key developments On Saturday, August 15, 2026, significant developments unfolded across Senegal. The government referred a crucial bill concerning special funds to the Constitutional Council, leading to the suspension of a parliamentary plenary session. Simultaneously, weather alerts were issued for 23 localities, including Koungheul andContinue Reading
Algeria and Niger deepen energy partnership Kafra Sud-Est 1 Acting on behalf of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb journeyed to Niger on Thursday. His mission was to oversee the official commencement of drilling operations for the Kafra Sud-Est 1 exploration well, alongside his Nigerien counterpart, Ali Mahaman LamineContinue Reading
Heightened vigilance at Ceuta border following social media claims Rumors circulating online for over a week suggest that the border between Morocco and the Spanish enclave of Ceuta would open this Saturday, August 15. In response, Moroccan authorities have implemented strict measures to prevent any potential surge in illegal crossings.Continue Reading
Lomé, 14 août 2026 — A dynamic four-day scientific exchange culminated on Friday at the University of Lomé, marking the successful conclusion of the 26th Scientific Days of the West African Society of Chemistry (SOACHIM). This significant gathering, collaboratively organized by the Universities of Lomé and Kara, brought together aContinue Reading
Chad Chad’s presidential pardon signals political shift, says analyst Expert Ahmat Yacoub Dabio evaluates the impact of the presidential pardon granted to Chadian opposition leaders, calling it a necessary but incomplete step toward lasting political reconciliation. President Mahamat Déby Itno’s recent decision to pardon prominent opposition figures in Chad representsContinue Reading
Alain Akpadji, the Representative for UNFPA, has presented a fully equipped medical ambulance to the maternity and obstetrics department at the Oicha General Reference Hospital. This crucial donation aims to guarantee the swift and free transfer of medical emergencies to appropriate healthcare facilities. This vital transport primarily benefits pregnant womenContinue Reading
More than 27 years after the murder of investigative journalist Norbert Zongo and three companions in Burkina Faso, the long-awaited trial has been delayed once again. A new appeal lodged by the defense has suspended proceedings just as the case was poised to move forward. Legal maneuver delays justice forContinue Reading
Cameroon’s critical Douala–Bafoussam highway crumbles under pressure Cameroon’s National Route 5, the vital artery linking the economic capital of Douala to the highland city of Bafoussam and onward to Bamenda, is collapsing under the weight of neglect, heavy traffic, and increasingly violent weather. This once-reliable corridor now carries a grimContinue Reading
Tchad presidential pardon frees opposition leader succès masra Chad’s head of state, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, has granted a presidential pardon to Succès Masra, the former transitional prime minister and leader of the political party Les Transformateurs. The decision, announced on August 14, 2026, offers a path to freedom forContinue Reading