Before the United Nations Security Council, Congolese foreign minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner emphasized that it’s not about creating new international obligations but rather better articulating existing mechanisms for resource tracking, sanctions, or governance. She also highlighted that this discussion wasn’t aimed at establishing a global mining code or undermining stateContinue Reading
Gabon advances climate commitments through Dakar energy forum Fabrice Ntchango, Permanent Secretary of Gabon’s National Climate Council, represented the Central African nation at a pivotal regional workshop in Dakar. The event focused on accelerating the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) with a strong emphasis on rural electrification as aContinue Reading
The Republic of Centrafrique has once again been thrust into the global spotlight, not for progress or stability, but for a grotesque display of brutality orchestrated by the Wagner Group. In early July, chilling videos surfaced online, capturing a scene of unimaginable horror—a massacre where lives were not just takenContinue Reading
Niger defense attaché training program marks new era in military diplomacy The Republic of Niger has inaugurated its inaugural training program for defense attachés and military attachés, signaling a transformative phase in its military diplomacy. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of National Defense in partnership with the Ministry ofContinue Reading
The African Union (AU) has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Mali as the country faces mounting security threats, despite its 2021 suspension from the organisation. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the AU Commission, arrived in Bamako on July 12 for an official visit aimed at bolstering dialogue and cooperation betweenContinue Reading
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission landed in Bamako over the weekend for an official visit aimed at deepening ties and fostering collaboration between the continental body and Mali. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf conveyed unwavering solidarity from the AU to Malian authorities as the nation grapples with escalating security threats.Continue Reading
The forestry ministry of the Central African Republic has reminded businesses to pay their taxes on wood harvesting. The situation is sensitive as some companies have adopted methods used by Russian mercenaries, known as Wagner Group. According to sources within the government, these companies are avoiding tax payments on woodContinue Reading
In a decisive move reshaping Senegal’s judicial landscape, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has named Ousmane Diagne as the new president of the Constitutional Council. The appointment, formalized through decree number 2026-1318, marks a significant institutional transition following the passing of the council’s former leader, Mamadou Badio Camara. Ousmane Diagne, aContinue Reading
This week, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni welcomed Floribert Anzuluni Isiloketshi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Minister of Regional Integration and special envoy of President Félix Tshisekedi, at his Kisozi farm. Their meeting centered on the deteriorating security situation in eastern DRC, as well as regional efforts to restore peaceContinue Reading
A decade after his departure for FC Barcelone, Lucas Digne is set to return to Paris Saint-Germain. The French left-back, currently playing for Aston Villa, has verbally agreed to join the capital club, with the transfer details now making headlines just days before the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals. TheContinue Reading
The shadow of Evgueni Prigojine still looms over Africa, three years after his demise. Reports indicate that the networks he established in the continent remain operational, with former Wagner Group fighters adapting their strategies to sustain their operations. Among the most alarming revelations is the alleged involvement of these ex-mercenariesContinue Reading
Why Anan Khalaili’s move to Inter Milan collapsed: the strict heart checks of Serie A The Union Saint-Gilloise midfielder failed his medical exams in Milan. Here’s why Serie A’s cardiac protocols are tougher than elsewhere in Europe. July 13, 2026 The transfer of Union Saint-Gilloise’s Anan Khalaili to Inter MilanContinue Reading