France and Morocco strengthen ties with 14 new cooperation agreements
During a two-day official visit to Rabat, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Moroccan authorities finalized 14 new cooperation agreements, marking a significant step in bilateral relations. The newly signed accords span key sectors including economy, security, migration, and defense, reinforcing strategic partnerships between the two nations. Among these, aContinue Reading
French moroccan talks in rabats push for deeper strategic ties
During a high-level meeting in Rabat, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Moroccan counterpart Aziz Akhannouch laid the groundwork for expanding bilateral cooperation across critical sectors. The discussions, held under tight security, underscored a shared commitment to fostering long-term strategic partnerships between the two nations. Strengthening economic and trade bondsContinue Reading
Senegal’s political tensions rise as macky sall visits palace ahead of nyc trip
Dakar witnessed a striking political scene today as former President Macky Sall returned to the Palais de la République, mere hours before his departure for New York. The visit, framed as a diplomatic stopover, carries deeper implications amid Senegal’s evolving political landscape.Continue Reading
Ebola in DRC: rebuilding trust amid rising epidemic fears
ebola in DRC: rebuilding trust amid rising epidemic fears july 17, 2026 Ebola continues its relentless spread in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In North Kivu, beyond medical care and the opening of a new Ebola Treatment Center in Butembo, Médecins Sans Frontières is working closely with localContinue Reading
Gabon’s president oligui nguema set for pivotal state visit to Paris
On July 14th, during the French National Day celebration held at the French Embassy in Libreville, Ambassador Fabrice Mauriès revealed that President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of Gabon is scheduled to undertake a state visit to Paris in the coming days. The seasoned diplomat characterized this upcoming event as theContinue Reading
DR Congo’s president joins Angola peace summit to push for global stability
The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, arrived in Luanda, Angola, on an official visit this Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the invitation of his counterpart, President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço. The visit coincides with the third edition of the global initiative “A CallContinue Reading
ECOWAS summit convenes in Freetown amidst AES absence
PoliticsAfrica ECOWAS summit convenes in Freetown amidst AES absence Freetown is hosting the ECOWAS Heads of State and Government summit this weekend. The Economic Community of West African States gathers as Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso remain outside the bloc, a situation the organization seeks to address to restore itsContinue Reading
CEDEAO summit in Freetown amid Sahel alliance tensions
West African leaders face tough choices at CEDEAO summit The 69th Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) summit convened in Freetown, Sierra Leone, at a critical juncture for the regional bloc. While the gathering of heads of state and government proceeds, three key members—Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso—remain absent,Continue Reading
Sacked waly diouf bodian’s facebook prophecy backfires on macky sall
sacked waly diouf bodian’s facebook prophecy backfires on macky sall Waly Diouf Bodian, a prominent Pastef supporter and vocal critic of former president Macky Sall, has been removed from his position as head of the Dakar Port Authority by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. His dismissal comes at a pivotal moment,Continue Reading
DRC president denounces global inaction over eastern conflict at un forum
During an official visit to Luanda, Angola, where he was warmly received by his counterpart President João Lourenço, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, delivered a speech of unparalleled political intensity that left a lasting impression. The Congolese leader took center stage at the third editionContinue Reading
Benin customs seize over 5 500 smuggled smartphones at Hillacondji border
The Beninese Customs Administration has just achieved a major milestone in its ongoing battle against cross-border fraud. A sweeping operation conducted at the Hillacondji border crossing in the southwest has led to the interception of a substantial shipment of illegally imported mobile devices. On July 12, 2026, a coordinated effortContinue Reading
Senegal: diomaye faye and macky sall meeting sparks controversy
PoliticsSenegal Senegal: diomaye faye and macky sall meeting sparks controversy In Senegal, the anticipated meeting between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his predecessor Macky Sall has ignited significant public outcry. Families of victims from political repression during Sall’s tenure are particularly angered, demanding justice and reparations. We delve into theContinue Reading