Deadly Boko Haram attack strikes nigerian border region A military outpost near N’Guigmi in southeastern Niger came under coordinated assault by Boko Haram militants on Friday, resulting in the deaths of nearly a dozen soldiers and significant casualties among the attackers, according to local reports. Boko Haram insurgency has claimedContinue Reading
X Une dizaine de soldats tués par Boko Haram A dozen nigerien soldiers killed The assault on the military position Boko Haram militants targeted a position held by the Defense and Security Forces in the vicinity of N’Guigmi, a garrison town located in the Diffa region. This area, bordering LakeContinue Reading
After a standout season in Ligue 1, Malian midfielder Mamadou Sangaré is set to embark on a new journey with Brentford FC. The club confirmed the transfer, though the exact fee remains undisclosed, with British media estimating the deal at over €45 million. Sangaré, who arrived in France last summerContinue Reading
The Malian Ministry of Security and Civil Protection has considerably bolstered the operational effectiveness of the nation’s Security Forces. In a ceremony held on Friday, July 31, 2026, the ministry officially handed over twenty new vehicles and pieces of equipment, a significant investment entirely funded through the national budget. AContinue Reading
Key revelations from Colonel Otoulou in the Martinez Zogo case The ongoing case surrounding the tragic disappearance and murder of investigative journalist Martinez Zogo has taken a significant turn with the testimony of Colonel Otoulou, a high-ranking security official. His statements have shed new light on the circumstances surrounding theContinue Reading
The Gabonese government is reassessing its controversial contract with Karpowership, a subsidiary of Turkey’s Karadeniz Holding, which operates floating power plants. Officials in Libreville currently pay 1.8 billion CFA francs monthly for a theoretical capacity of 150 megawatts, yet actual power delivered fluctuates between 80 and 90 megawatts. This disparityContinue Reading
Lomé, 30 July 2026 — Togo is reshaping its economic future by placing the private sector at the heart of its long-term ambitions. In a pivotal gathering held in the capital, government officials, business leaders, and international partners convened to map out how private enterprises can become the engine ofContinue Reading
The University of Lomé (UL) has officially announced the launch of entrance exams and calls for applications for Licence-level programmes for the 2026-2027 academic year. Prospective students, recent high school graduates and professionals are invited to apply for admission to a wide range of competitive programmes across the university’s institutes,Continue Reading
The Nigerien government has taken a decisive step toward organizing the Invest in Niger Forum 2026, scheduled for November 24–26, by officially launching the organizing committee. Tasked with showcasing the nation’s economic potential to both domestic and international investors, the committee is now at the heart of a strategic pushContinue Reading
Cameroon extends national census period amid challenges Cameroon’s government has announced a second consecutive extension to the national census period, aiming to capture a more comprehensive snapshot of the country’s population, housing, and agricultural sectors. In a directive issued by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, a supplementary phase has beenContinue Reading
AFG Capital Ltd has expressed immense satisfaction in guiding Gabon’s re-entry into the international bond markets. The firm proudly confirms its role as the exclusive financial advisor to the Gabonese State, instrumental in structuring a substantial $920 million bond issuance. This significant financial endeavor garnered robust interest from institutional investors,Continue Reading
Mudryk’s doping suspension overturned, cleared to resume Premier League action 31 July 2026 In 2024, a trace amount of meldonium—a prohibited substance—was detected in Mudryk’s routine doping test. This led to an immediate four-year ban for the Ukrainian winger, who promptly filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration forContinue Reading