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Violent attack in northern Niger underscores military junta’s struggles The recent double assault in northern Niger, claimed by the Mouvement pour la Justice et la Liberté des Peuples (MPLJ), has …
Rising insecurity in Niger exposes military junta’s challenges Read More
Lomé, 17 August 2026 — Municipal authorities in Lomé are gathering this week to sharpen their skills in financial resource mobilization and management. The three-day workshop, running from 17 to …
Lomé hosts training for local authorities on financial resource management Read More
Au Burkina Faso, la militarisation des journalistes au nom du patriotisme soulève de graves inquiétudes sur la liberté de la presse et le droit d’informer sans pression du pouvoir.
Quand l’uniforme cherche à faire taire la plume : au Burkina, l’information sous redressement Read More
Senegal’s sunday snapshot: political trips, sports triumphs, and local unrest Sunday’s headlines in Senegal saw a gathering of the Kiiraay movement in Mbacké escalate into violent confrontations, prompting intervention from …
Senegal’s sunday snapshot: political trips, sports triumphs, and local unrest Read More
In Gabon, the recent liberation of a journalist, held for nearly four months following publications deemed critical of the authorities, has reignited crucial discussions surrounding press protection during the ongoing …
Gabon: journalist’s release sparks debate on press freedom during transition Read More
In a nation grappling with persistent inflation, a stark reality has reignited the intense debate surrounding the high cost of living in Senegal. A compelling video produced by French content …
Dakar’s consumer prices: a surprising comparison with Paris Read More
Politique Présidentielle américaine. Les démocrates démarreront les primaires 2028 en Caroline du Sud Exit l’Iowa et le New Hampshire, le Parti démocrate a choisi samedi de désigner la Caroline du …
Tchad. Tchad: l’opposant Succès Masra prône la réconciliation Read More
easing traffic on the Dakar-Bamako corridor At Moussala, a critical border crossing point in Sénégal, a queue of trucks stretching nearly 15 kilometers frequently forms, awaiting entry into Mali. This …
Easing traffic on the Dakar-Bamako corridor Read More
Foot, Turquie fenerbahçe suffers league defeat before lyon champions league playoff Fenerbahçe affronte l’OL ce mardi (coup d’envoi à 21 heures). (AFP) Just three days before their crucial home leg …
Fenerbahçe suffers league defeat before lyon champions league playoff Read More
African Political News Gabon and DR Congo forge stronger partnership during Tshisekedi’s Libreville visit Editorial Team 116 No comment Libreville, August 15, 2026 — The official visit of DR Congo …
Gabon and DR Congo strengthen ties during historic Libreville visit Read More
Ndele under Russian mercenary control: roads blocked and driver detained In Ndele, a town in the Central African Republic, Russian mercenaries have established a makeshift checkpoint along a major road, …
Ndele under Russian mercenary control: roads blocked and driver detained Read More
Over 40 Burkinabè journalists, representing both state-owned and private media outlets, have recently completed a military training program. The ruling junta describes this initiative as a “patriotic immersion,” an event …
Burkina Faso’s media undergoes mandatory military immersion Read More