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Just one week after taking office, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni embarked on his maiden official foreign visit, choosing Nigeria—Benin’s largest trading partner and a key regional ally—as his first destination. …
Benin’s president wadagni starts diplomatic tour in Nigeria Read More
The arrest of a prominent religious leader and the suspension of a historic student union in Burkina Faso signal a troubling escalation in restrictions on civic freedoms under the current …
Shrinking civic space in Burkina Faso under military rule Read More
Droits de l’HommeBurkina Faso civic freedoms face mounting pressure in the AES region The disappearance of Imam Kindo, the suspension of the UGEB in Burkina Faso, and increased repression under …
Civic freedoms face mounting pressure in the AES region Read More
In a move that has captured the attention of Senegal’s political landscape, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, is set to address the media this Tuesday, June 2, …
Ousmane Sonko holds press conference after new government formation Read More
His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, President of the Republic of Benin, arrived in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, Tuesday afternoon for a high-stakes working visit. This diplomatic mission underscores a …
Regional diplomacy: Benin’s president strengthens ties with Burkina Faso Read More
Ousmane Sonko addresses the nation following new senegalese government formation In a pivotal moment for Senegalese politics, Ousmane Sonko is currently delivering a live address, coming shortly after the official …
Ousmane Sonko addresses the nation following new senegalese government formation Read More
Bénin’s President, Romuald Wadagni, touched down in Ouagadougou on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, commencing a pivotal friendship and working visit to Burkina Faso. Upon his arrival at …
President romuald wadagni embarks on friendship and working visit to Ouagadougou Read More
Dakar — A significant political development is unfolding in Senegal today as Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly and leader of the ruling Pastef party, prepares to address the …
Ousmane sonko to address press amid Senegal political tensions Read More
Senegal’s Ousmane Sonko champions united and sovereign Africa at UPA’s 85th session The 85th session of the Executive Committee of the Pan-African Parliamentarians’ Union (UPA) kicked off in Dakar on …
Senegal host panafrican parliamentary unity call at upa session Read More
The thrilling finale of the UEFA Champions League, where Paris Saint-Germain clinched victory over Arsenal in a penalty shootout, became the stage for a humorous dissection of media blunders. The …
Shocking mistakes by champions league commentators after psg’s triumph Read More
Gabon’s Head of State Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has confirmed plans for an official visit to France on July 20, 2026, during a television appearance. The announcement follows a period …
Gabonese leader to visit France in july 2026 for key talks Read More
Dakar, Senegal, is set to host a landmark event from June 3 to 4, 2026, as the capital becomes the epicenter of the 85th Executive Committee Session of the Union …
Dakar hosts 85th union of african parliaments session with panafrican vision Read More