Senegal’s political crossroads after diomaye and sonko’s power struggle
In a dramatic turn of events, Senegal finds itself navigating uncharted political waters as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko engage in a high-stakes power struggle that is reshaping the nation’s institutional landscape. Since ascending to the presidency in March 2024 under the banner of theContinue Reading
East DRC conflict: AFC/M23 accuses peace mediation of complicity in Kinshasa’s diplomatic sabotage
East DRC crisis: AFC/M23 condemns international mediation’s silence amid alleged diplomatic sabotage by Kinshasa AFC/M23 representatives engage with MONUSCO in Goma during peace process discussions Accusations of Responsible Leadership The Allied Forces of Congo/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) has launched a scathing critique of what it terms irresponsible warmongering rhetoric emanatingContinue Reading
DRC conflict escalates: AFC/M23 accuses Kinshasa of undermining peace talks
East DRC Conflict: AFC/M23 Slams Silence of Peace Mediators Over Alleged Kinshasa Sabotage AFC/M23 leaders meeting with MONUSCO representatives in Goma Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo — In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, the Alliance of Federalists and Congolese Patriots/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) has accused Kinshasa of deliberately undermining peaceContinue Reading
Morocco-gambia deepen strategic bonds with barrow’s message to mohammed vi
Morocco and Gambia strengthen strategic alliance with Barrow’s key message to Rabat The Gambia’s special envoy delivers a letter from President Barrow to King Mohammed VI, highlighting the robust state of bilateral relations between the two African nations. Morocco and Gambia’s diplomatic relations reached a new milestone of mutual respectContinue Reading
Gabon prepares for un anti-corruption review in 2026
From June 29 to July 1, 2026, Gabon will host a high-level international assessment in Libreville as part of the second review cycle of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). The mission, led by experts from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), along with delegates fromContinue Reading
Canadian firm Record Resources shifts focus to Gabon’s oil sector
DIG / In a bold strategic pivot announced mid-2026, Canada’s Record Resources finalized the divestment of non-core assets in Canada’s Temiskaming Lake region to channel its full financial firepower into Gabon’s thriving oil sector. This decisive move underscores the company’s confidence in Gabon’s hydrocarbon potential and signals a major shiftContinue Reading
Morocco’s religious strategy to counter extremism gains regional attention
In the aftermath of the 2003 Casablanca attacks, Moroccan authorities recognized that security measures alone would not suffice to prevent radicalization. Instead, they embarked on a two-decade-long overhaul of the country’s religious landscape, focusing on imam training, extremist discourse prevention, and the strengthening of institutional frameworks to bolster national stability.Continue Reading
Weekly african news highlights: Niger, drc and global shifts
This week’s African news digest examines critical regional developments, from security challenges in Niger to constitutional reforms in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It also explores international dynamics, including ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, and the tightening of European migration policies. Security escalates in Niger as armedContinue Reading
French football: konaté joins real madrid after world cup exit
Ibrahima Konaté’s next chapter in European football is set to begin in the heart of Madrid. The towering French defender, fresh off his World Cup duties with the France national team, has finalized his move to Real Madrid, a transfer announced during the global tournament and later confirmed by captainContinue Reading
Ayyoub Bouaddi transfer rumors: PSG and Real Madrid scramble for rising star
Rumors swirl around Ayyoub Bouaddi this transfer window as top European clubs line up to secure his services. The 18-year-old Moroccan international has sparked intense speculation following his standout performances at the ongoing World Cup. The Paris Saint-Germain appears to be leading the chase, but competition is fierce from otherContinue Reading
Mauritania’s economic policy under scrutiny: balancing growth and social protection
Recent controversies surrounding fuel subsidies have cast a spotlight on Mauritania’s economic policy, sparking debates about fiscal responsibility and social welfare. While these discussions have brought long-overdue attention to the nation’s economic strategies, they also risk oversimplifying the complex challenges at play. As an observer closely following these developments, IContinue Reading
Rabat hosts inaugural ceremony for african culture capitals headquarters
The capital of Morocco, Rabat, witnessed a landmark event on Thursday as the official headquarters of the African Capitals of Culture (ACC) was inaugurated. The ceremony brought together prominent figures from the cultural and diplomatic spheres, marking a significant milestone for the continent’s artistic and cultural movement. During the inauguration,Continue Reading