Senegal’s political arena erupts as minister condemns Sonko’s statements The political landscape in Senegal has been roiled by recent remarks from Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, whose comments about President Bassirou Diomaye Faye have drawn sharp rebukes. Dr Abdourahmane Diouf, a government minister, condemned Sonko’s stance, branding itContinue Reading

The accusations first surfaced in Bujumbura, where Russian Foreign Minister Sergueï Lavrov alleged that Ukraine was among the external backers of the AFC/M23 rebellion. This insurgent group currently occupies significant territories across the North and South Kivu provinces in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Kiev’s response was swift andContinue Reading

The 7th ministerial meeting of the Atlantic African States Process (PEAA) kicked off today in Cotonou, with the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Benin jointly presiding over the high-level discussions. This strategic gathering aims to deepen cooperation among African nations bordering the Atlantic Ocean while advancing regional integration,Continue Reading

In N’Djamena, the cost of essential building materials is experiencing a significant surge across hardware stores, posing considerable challenges for both residential and commercial construction projects. Over recent weeks, numerous products have shown substantial price hikes. For instance, lambour, which previously sold for 3,000 FCFA, is now retailing between 4,500Continue Reading

Ouagadougou’s pivot to Moscow: promises vs. reality Since deepening ties with Russia, the authorities in Ouagadougou have framed the partnership as a strategic breakthrough, positioning Moscow as a reliable ally in the country’s pursuit of security and self-determination. Official statements highlight a relationship built on mutual respect, the absence ofContinue Reading

New directive aims to protect troops from digital threats The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has issued a strict ban on military personnel using smartphones during operations, citing severe security risks. Army leadership warns that unrestricted phone use has repeatedly compromised missions in the eastern DRC, putting soldiers inContinue Reading