Fresh data from the African Development Bank (AfDB) reveals a striking imbalance in Africa’s economic landscape: just five countries now generate nearly 60% of the continent’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Algeria and Ethiopia stand as the continent’s economic titans, driving growth and shaping the trajectory ofContinue Reading
Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey and the IOM delegation align their strategies to bolster Niger’s sovereignty and growth. Niamey, Niger — Strategic alignment and renewed national pride set the stage for high-level diplomatic discussions as the International Organization for Migration (IOM) delegation engaged with Niger’s top leadership in the halls ofContinue Reading
The Burkina Faso gold industry is undergoing a seismic shift under the current transitional government. With the establishment of the National Precious Substances Company (SONASP) in 2023 and the inauguration of local infrastructure projects such as the national gold refinery in Ouagadougou, authorities are pushing a bold agenda: reclaiming controlContinue Reading
Diplomatic stagnation amidst unresolved tensions Nearly two months after Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni’s visit to Niamey and five weeks following technical discussions between experts from both nations, hopes for a swift resolution to the Niger–Bénin border crisis had begun to resurface. The joint deliberations had signaled a potential thaw inContinue Reading
The young athletes of Burkina Faso delivered outstanding performances at the U18 and U20 Five Nations Championships held from July 25 to 26, 2026, in Ouagadougou. With a total of 67 medals, Burkina Faso claimed the top spot, outperforming Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo. Zalissa Zongo emerged as oneContinue Reading
The President of Senegal and current Chair of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) arrived in Bamako today for a high-level meeting with Malian counterpart Assimi Goïta. Against a backdrop of political differences, both leaders are prioritizing regional unity to combat escalating terrorism across the Sahel. World 3minContinue Reading
Morocco: immediate release demanded for detained artist El Mahdi Lyoubi 28/07/2026 Open letter Morocco en fr Human rights defenders Since his detention on July 13, 2026 under undisclosed travel restrictions, Moroccan filmmaker and musician El Mahdi Lyoubi has become a symbol of growing concerns over artistic freedom and free speechContinue Reading
Chad’s government has made a landmark decision to withdraw from the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC). In an official statement released on July 27, 2026, N’Djamena criticized the ICC for what it describes as an « undeniable bias », particularly against African nations, citing a flawed andContinue Reading
Benin’s first Senate convenes ahead of landmark inauguration Benin’s political landscape is on the brink of a historic milestone as the nation prepares to inaugurate its first-ever Senate. In a pivotal gathering at the Sofitel Hotel in Cotonou, 23 of the 25 newly elected senators convened in closed-door sessions forContinue Reading
Fichier généré le Résumé Mehdi Ba Senegal specialist journalist In a move that has captured national attention, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially launched his new political movement, Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains, at a high-profile event held at Dakar’s Roi Fahd Hotel on July 25, 2026. The initiativeContinue Reading
The Olympic Lyonnais faces a critical juncture this August as their upcoming fixture against Auxerre in Ligue 1 remains undecided, awaiting the outcome of their Champions League qualifier against Sparta Prague. Lyon’s Ligue 1 schedule still fluid as Champions League outcome looms The French Football League (LFP) has already outlinedContinue Reading
The highly anticipated clash between Olympique Lyonnais and AJ Auxerre is set to be the last fixture to be finalized for the upcoming season. This match will hinge on the outcome of Lyon’s UEFA Champions League third qualifying round. According to the French Football League (LFP), the date and timeContinue Reading