Sonko as a deputy: supreme court avoids ruling
In a fresh twist in Senegal’s political and judicial landscape, the Supreme Court’s urgent applications judge has declined to rule on the matter of Ousmane Sonko’s reinstatement as a deputy. The court deemed the issue to fall under the internal affairs of the parliamentary institution, areas where the highest judiciaryContinue Reading
Gabon’s 2027 budget: a bold shift toward results-driven governance
Economic policy Gabon’s 2027 budget: a bold shift toward results-driven governance Editorial team Libreville, July 16, 2026 — Gabon is embarking on one of its most ambitious budgetary reforms in recent years. As it initiates preparatory discussions for the 2027 Finance Bill, the government isn’t merely presenting another annual financialContinue Reading
Olympic Marseille kicks off Ivory Coast tourism drive with Abidjan tour
The Olympic Marseille football squad touched down at Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan-Port Bouët on a mid-July Wednesday, greeted by vibrant traditional dances and melodies alongside a roaring fan contingent. This landmark arrival inaugurated the ‘OM Summer Tour 2026,’ a three-day campaign cementing the renewed partnership inked last AprilContinue Reading
Abidjan port expands trade ties with Sahel capitals amidst regional shifts
The Port of Abidjan has intensified its commercial partnerships with Ouagadougou, Bamako, and Niamey, as confirmed in mid-July. This strategic move underscores the port’s ambition to reinforce its position as a leading logistics hub in West Africa, even as regional dynamics evolve following the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, andContinue Reading
Starlink greenlit in Côte d’Ivoire to bridge digital divide
Côte d’Ivoire has officially opened its doors to Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, marking a significant leap in the nation’s digital transformation. The announcement came during a high-level economic forum at the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan, where Frank R. Garcia, U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, unveiled theContinue Reading
Legal action opened over sonko’s touba remarks
Legal proceedings have been initiated following controversial statements attributed to Ousmane Sonko regarding the holy city of Touba. A complaint was formally filed with the Prosecutor of the Republic at the High Court of Dakar, urging an immediate judicial inquiry into the matter. The petition, submitted on 14 July 2026Continue Reading
Burkina Faso urges african union to enact bold reforms
Burkina Faso calls for decisive african union reforms On July 15, Burkina Faso’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, held a pivotal meeting with Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Chair of the African Union (AU) Commission. The encounter took place as Youssouf embarked on a regional tour spanning Mali, Niger,Continue Reading
France and Morocco commit to deepen strategic partnership
During an official visit to Rabat, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu underscored the urgency of elevating the long-standing ties between France and Morocco. The two nations are poised to sign approximately fifteen agreements aimed at reinforcing their already robust cooperation, a process initiated in 2024. Transforming Bilateral Relations into aContinue Reading
Us issues travel ban for Sahel nations amid rising terror threat
The United States Department of State has once again updated its global travel advisory, placing 23 countries under its highest risk category—Level 4, “Do not travel.” Among the nations facing this severe warning are Russia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Chad, but the focus remains squarely on the threeContinue Reading
France and Morocco strengthen ties with historic partnership
Rabat — A palpable shift in relations was on full display as French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu concluded a landmark two-day visit to Morocco, where he and Moroccan counterpart Aziz Akhannouch reaffirmed a newly restored confiance retrouvée between Paris and Rabat. During a joint press briefing at the Moroccan MinistryContinue Reading
Chad to scrap visas for Africans in 2027 to boost unity
By January 1, 2027, all African nationals will be able to enter Chad without a visa, the country’s leader announced during the African Water Forum in N’Djamena. This bold move underscores the government’s commitment to fostering free movement across the continent. During the high-profile gathering of African heads of stateContinue Reading
Gabon’s bold leap towards a 2030 education revolution
Education Gabon’s bold leap towards a 2030 education revolution 128 No comment Libreville, July 16, 2026 — Gabon has launched one of the most pivotal projects in its national transformation journey. By endorsing the interim sectoral education plan (2026-2030), the Gabonese authorities have set a clear goal: to position theContinue Reading