Star Oil Tchad and Zone Auto strengthen ties for premium lubricants in N’Djamena A landmark partnership between Star Oil Tchad and Zone Auto promises authentic TotalEnergies lubricants, backed by the grand opening of a new service hub in the capital. N’Djamena — A new chapter unfolds in Chad’s automotive lubricantsContinue Reading
An unprecedented shipment of fuel rolled into Bamako on Saturday, as 840 tanker trucks arrived under heavy military escort. The convoy, one of the largest of its kind, underscores ongoing efforts to stabilize the country’s fuel supply amid challenging security conditions. The arrival marks a significant milestone in Mali’s fuelContinue Reading
Bénin launches first national action plan for open governance Eighteen months after joining the Open Government Partnership (OGP), Bénin hosted a five-day national workshop in Cotonou from July 27 to 31, 2026. The event brought together public officials, civil society representatives, private sector actors, technical and financial partners, and mediaContinue Reading
Mehdi Ba Bassirou Diomaye Faye Macky Sall Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains Decoding the debate over presidential term limits in Senegal The question of Senegal’s presidential term limits has resurfaced in public discourse, sparking debate and speculation. At the heart of the discussion is the legal framework governing the durationContinue Reading
Spanning over 5,200 square meters, the Mohammed VI Vocational Training Centre in Bamako stands as a cornerstone for Mali’s economic and social progress. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to bridge the gap between education and employment by offering specialized training programs tailored to the nation’s evolving job market needs. BuildingContinue Reading
Benin unveils 2026-2035 climate roadmap for resilient economy Cotonou witnessed a landmark event on August 4, 2026, as Benin officially presented its third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0), a comprehensive climate action framework spanning 2026 to 2035. The strategy outlines ambitious plans to mobilize $14.5 billion over the next decade,Continue Reading
JUSTICE Migrants expelled from the US challenge Cameroon agreement in court Thirty-six African nationals, forcibly returned from the United States to Cameroon, have filed a lawsuit at the Yaoundé administrative tribunal. They are seeking to halt the arrangement that enabled their transfer and requesting legal protection to prevent another deportationContinue Reading
Escalating tensions between west african nations over counterterrorism efforts Tensions have resurfaced between the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and Nigeria, sparked by remarks from the Nigerian president that did not sit well in Bamako, Niamey, and Ouagadougou. During a meeting with Nigerian traditional leaders on July 30, Bola AhmedContinue Reading
Relations between the United States and Morocco are entering a pivotal phase as Washington shifts its stance on two key North African issues: the Western Sahara and the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. After endorsing Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara in 2020, U.S. support now appears to extendContinue Reading
Ebola surge in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues to worsen The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a worsening Ebola crisis that began on May 15 in Ituri Province, in the country’s northeast. The rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain—currently without an approved vaccine or targeted treatment—has rapidly expandedContinue Reading
During an official visit to Côte d’Ivoire, Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema conducted an on-site inspection of key infrastructure projects in Abidjan. This hands-on exploration allowed the head of state to evaluate progress in diplomatic, industrial, and urban development sectors, with the goal of applying valuable lessons to Gabon’sContinue Reading
The Republic of Senegal has intensified its diplomatic engagement in West Africa. A high-level ministerial delegation from Dakar arrived in Bissau on Thursday, tasked with advancing a carefully structured mediation plan aimed at resolving the institutional deadlock in neighboring Guinea-Bissau. The meeting, held with General Horta Ntam, who leads theContinue Reading