The Moroccan Ministry of Equipment and Water, in partnership with the European Union and key European nations, has officially launched a groundbreaking 3.7 billion Moroccan dirham (equivalent to 348 million euros) initiative to strengthen the country’s national water policy framework. This pioneering program, developed under the Team Europe approach, combinesContinue Reading
The first-ever Korea-Africa ministerial meeting, held in Seoul on June 1 and 2, provided a key platform for Togo’s top diplomat to advance bilateral ties with another African nation. Robert Dussey, Togo’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, engaged in substantive discussions with his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdelatty, to deepen strategic cooperationContinue Reading
Benin and Niger commit to restoring bilateral ties and reopening borders In a significant move toward regional integration, the President of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, conducted an official visit to Niger on June 2. This diplomatic mission, undertaken at the invitation of President Abdourahamane Tiani, marks a turning point in theContinue Reading
Niger: inauguration of the ‘Solidarity’ power plant in Gorou Banda The Prime Minister of Algeria, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in the Gorou Banda district of Niamey, the capital of the Republic of Niger, this Wednesday to officially inaugurate the Solidarity power generation plant and mark its operational launch. This milestoneContinue Reading
The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, engaged in a high-level discussion in Rabat during the latter’s private visit to the Kingdom. Held on a recent Tuesday, the meeting centered on reviewing pressing global issues, with specialContinue Reading
The bonds between Morocco and the United Arab Emirates stand as a shining example of a strategic partnership rooted in deep historical ties, cultivated by the late King Hassan II and Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. These relations are defined by a striking alignment of visions, mutual political backing,Continue Reading
Strengthening bilateral ties: Algeria’s prime minister begins official visit to Niger The Algerian Prime Minister, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Niamey on Wednesday for an official visit to Niger. The trip, mandated by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, underscores Algeria’s commitment to deepening fraternal relations, cooperation, and strategic partnership with Niger. AContinue Reading
France and Morocco launch new strategic partnership with ambassador Philippe Lalliot’s arrival The newly appointed French ambassador has officially assumed his duties in Rabat after his May nomination. Philippe Lalliot’s mission is to reinforce the strategic direction set by President Macron and safeguard French investments, particularly in anticipation of theContinue Reading
Niamey is witnessing a major leap in its water infrastructure as a high-level delegation inspected progress on the third potable water treatment plant. Led by Zibo Zakara, National Coordinator of the Integrated Water Security Platform in Niger (PISEN), and Mohamed Nanzoul, World Bank Project Manager, the team toured critical constructionContinue Reading
International •Africa Senegal’s shift towards authoritarianism under president Faye Jean-Yves Camus Columnist CH Premium content 3 min read Share Share The criminalization of homosexuality in Senegal marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s history. Over recent years, internal political tensions have intensified. Under the current president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, theContinue Reading
High-Level Meeting in Ouagadougou Sets Stage for Closer Burkina Faso-Bénin Ties On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, a pivotal diplomatic engagement unfolded at the Koulouba Palace in Ouagadougou, where His Excellency Captain Ibrahim TRAORÉ, President of Burkina Faso, welcomed His Excellency Romuald WADAGNI, President of the Republic of Bénin, for anContinue Reading
In a landmark announcement on June 2, 2026, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema confirmed his upcoming official visit to France on July 20, 2026. Speaking during a high-profile interview, he highlighted the significance of this diplomatic engagement, signaling a pivotal moment in Gabon-France relations. The timing of this visit isContinue Reading