Rabat: UNESCO hails Morocco’s genetic heritage leadership
Rabat witnessed a landmark recognition when the UNESCO highlighted the scientific excellence of Morocco’s National Institute for Agricultural Research (INRA) in safeguarding the nation’s genetic heritage and biodiversity. During a high-level meeting in the capital, Mr. Charaf Ahmimed, Director of UNESCO’s Maghreb Regional Office, commended the INRA’s pioneering efforts inContinue Reading
Gattuso takes over as Lazio manager following Italy exit
Gattuso takes over as Lazio manager following Italy exit Lazio Football Club has confirmed the appointment of former Italy national team coach Gennaro Gattuso as their new manager. The Italian tactician returns to Serie A after narrowly missing out on securing a spot for Italy in the 2026 FIFA WorldContinue Reading
Mourning in Cameroon: passing of ‘maman Kamto’
obituary Mourning in Cameroon: passing of ‘Maman Kamto’ Cameroon is in mourning following the loss of a prominent opposition figure, widely known as ‘Maman Kamto’, who passed away on Monday 22 June 2026 after suffering a third stroke in recent months. Armand Djaleu |23 June 2026|2 minutes read AAA FollowContinue Reading
Shell’s strategic return to Gabon’s oil sector fuels offshore exploration hopes
After a full decade away from Gabon’s oil landscape, global energy leader Shell has inked a landmark agreement with the Gabonese government, signaling a bold new chapter for the nation’s energy future. The landmark memorandum of understanding, signed by Shell’s Exploration and New Opportunities Director Thomas Praeger and Gabon’s PetroleumContinue Reading
Morocco secures nine key seats in African Union governance bodies
Morocco secures nine key seats in African Union governance bodies These nine appointments underscore the growing trust placed in Morocco’s diplomatic and institutional leadership across the continent. Morocco has secured nine prestigious positions within African Union institutions, emerging as the leading North African beneficiary of leadership roles across key governanceContinue Reading
Gabon faces critical test in anti-corruption battle amid global scrutiny
Gabon stands at a pivotal moment in its fight against corruption, with international experts set to conduct a high-stakes evaluation from June 29 to July 1, 2026. The assessment, mandated by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), will scrutinize the country’s anti-corruption framework and efforts to recoverContinue Reading
Voluntary repatriation of rwandan refugees from DRC reaches 8,394
8,394 Rwandan refugees voluntarily repatriated from DRC, 10,000 target set for 2026 In a significant milestone for regional cooperation, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) have announced that 8,394 Rwandan refugees have been voluntarily repatriated from the DRC sinceContinue Reading
Burkina Faso security assessment in Nayala province reveals progress
The Minister of Security, Mahamadou Sana, acting on instructions from President Ibrahim Traoré, conducted an evaluation mission in the Nayala province on Sunday. The visit aimed to assess security developments, boost morale among deployed forces, and gather insights directly from local communities. Key objectives of the assessment The minister’s itineraryContinue Reading
Morocco gains key african union leadership roles in governance reform
The Kingdom of Morocco has secured nine critical leadership positions within key organs of the African Union (AU), reinforcing its strategic influence in continental governance. These appointments span critical areas such as institutional reforms, migration governance, financial sustainability, environmental challenges, and economic integration—positions that will shape the future direction ofContinue Reading
Togo constitution reform faces legal setback from ECOWAS court
The Togolese authorities have suffered a significant blow following a ruling from the ECOWAS Court of Justice. The magistrates determined that the constitutional amendment passed in March 2024 contravened democratic principles and the constitutional order, dealing a severe blow to the government’s narrative of compliance with republican norms. This decisionContinue Reading
Morocco-China economic ties drive industrial hub ambitions
Beijing recently hosted pivotal talks that could reshape Morocco’s economic landscape and its role in global trade. During the 4th International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), Moroccan officials made a bold push to position the Kingdom as the industrial bridge between Europe, Africa, and the Atlantic. Minister of Investment Karim ZidaneContinue Reading
Diplomatic tensions in DRC: behind the scenes of the tussle between Tshisekedi and Lourenço
Romain Gras Senior journalist specializing in DRC and Great Lakes politics Stanis Bujakera Tshiamala DRC political analyst and editor M23 conflict João Lourenço Joseph Kabila Félix Tshisekedi Behind the diplomatic curtain: Angola’s role in DRC’s crisis In early January 2026, the relationship between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)Continue Reading