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July 20, 2026 Author: editorial team politics The shadow over the Congo River: how congolese spies shaped power Share FacebookXWhatsAppLinkedinEmail Print by Gilbert MUHIKA, political analyst In the Democratic Republic …
The shadow over the Congo river: how congolese spies shaped power Read More
Cameroon’s main opposition party demands clear rules for prolonged presidential absences The Union Démocratique du Cameroun (UDC) has raised concerns over the prolonged absence of President Paul Biya from the …
Cameroon political party urges transparency on prolonged presidential absence Read More
The Mali region of Mopti witnessed another wave of coordinated assaults on Sunday, July 19, as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched a series of …
Mali faces escalating jihadist threats amid security vacuum and failed alliances Read More
In a decisive move for public sector workers, the Beninese government has just unlocked career progression for over 1,100 civil servants. This administrative and financial adjustment brings immediate relief to …
Bénin advances public sector careers with 1110 promotions to 12th grade Read More
Cotonou’s Sofitel Marina Hotel buzzed with energy on the evening of July 18, 2026, as the inaugural Night of Kanvo and Indigo took center stage. More than a fashion show, …
Bénin bets on kanvo and indigo to fuel economic growth through luxury textiles Read More
Politique Gabon and France: a landmark state visit reshaping bilateral ties Editorial team July 20, 2026 80 No comment Libreville, July 20, 2026 — The three-day state visit of Gabonese …
Gabon France high stakes diplomatic visit sets new partnership tone Read More
Benin and World Bank forge 10-year alliance to drive job growth and human capital development A groundbreaking decade-long collaboration between Benin and the World Bank kicked off in Cotonou this …
Benin and world bank unveil decade-long plan to boost jobs and human capital Read More
Politics Leadership and Courage: How Gabon’s President Stands Out in Global Politics By Editor-in-Chief July 20, 2026 119 No comment Libreville, July 20, 2026 – The 2026 Political Courage Award …
Leadership and courage: how Gabon’s president stands out in global politics Read More
Ousmane Sonko’s anticipated arrival in Thiès: how the Rail Capital is preparing his welcome Thiès is rolling out the red carpet for Ousmane Sonko this Sunday, with party officials working …
Ousmane sonko’s thiès visit: pastef’s grand reception plan for Senegal’s political figure Read More
Congo DR: Félix Tshisekedi cancels planned UN Security Council address Politics Monday, July 20, 2026 – 13:08 President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has decided to cancel …
Congo dr: president tshisekedi cancels new york un debate attendance Read More
In any functioning democracy, matters of national defense are inherently sensitive. Military operations, intelligence-sharing, and strategic partnerships often operate behind closed doors. Yet when secrecy becomes the default rather than …
Togo’s unanswered questions over foreign military presence Read More
Behind closed doors at Senegal’s National Assembly: Ousmane Sonko’s legislative agenda Ousmane Sonko is championing a groundbreaking bill that would require presidents to declare their assets upon leaving office, a …
Key moves in Senegal’s parliament under ousmane sonko’s leadership Read More