Young people in N’Djamena endure harsh sand trade to survive
Struggles of N’Djamena’s youth: sand trade as a lifeline N’Djamena’s youth navigate extreme hardship amid rising unemployment, turning to the grueling trade of sand hauling to secure their livelihoods. From survival to daily grind: the sand haulers of Emtoukoui In the heart of N’Djamena’s 7th arrondissement, the market of EmtoukouiContinue Reading
Morocco gambia deepen bilateral ties with high-level talks
The Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Residing Abroad, Nasser Bourita, welcomed Sering Modou Njie, Gambia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Special Envoy of President Adama Barrow, in Rabat on Thursday. The visit centered on strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two nations. strengthening historic bonds betweenContinue Reading
Moroccan foreign policy: centrist diplomacy for global stability
Moroccan foreign policy: centrist diplomacy for global stability In a pivotal address, Nizar Baraka emphasized the need for proactive centrist diplomacy to address escalating international tensions, with a focus on African solidarity and Moroccan priorities. Centrist diplomacy as a response to global challenges During a high-level meeting of the DemocraticContinue Reading
PSG eyes Michael Olise as Real Madrid prepares £220m bid
This season, Michael Olise has firmly established himself as one of the world’s top talents, dominating play for Bayern Munich. His electrifying performances have not gone unnoticed, with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly keen to add him to their attacking ranks. Yet, the Real Madrid is also circling, with Spanish giants eyeingContinue Reading
Constitutional council’s decision on Sonko’s deputy status fuels democratic debate
The Constitutional Council has declared itself incompetent to rule on the deputy status of Ousmane Sonko, who currently holds the position of second-highest-ranking official in the State. This decision has sparked immediate reactions, particularly from the Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR), which issued a communiquéContinue Reading
Surprise raid in markounda russian mercenaries abduct didot ali officials
A covert operation unfolded in the northern town of Markounda as armed units believed to be Russian contractors forcibly transferred local officials, including Didot Ali and his deputies, to the city of Bossangoa. Witnesses reported an unannounced arrival of heavily armed personnel in the early hours, storming key administrative buildings.Continue Reading
PSG eyes 100m€ Yan Diomandé transfer amid World Cup buzz
The Paris Saint-Germain is once again in the spotlight for its summer transfer strategy, with the Coupe du monde 2026 adding fresh momentum to the pursuit of young talent. Among the names on the club’s radar is Yan Diomandé, an 19-year-old winger whose performance for Côte d’Ivoire in the tournament’sContinue Reading
Jëf-Jël urges immediate appeal after constitutional council ruling on Sonko case
The Jëf-Jël political alliance, led by Talla Sylla, has officially responded to the Council of Constitution‘s decision regarding the Ousmane Sonko case. In a statement released today, the party acknowledged the ruling handed down on June 17, 2026 while emphasizing its commitment to upholding the rule of law. Eighteen oppositionContinue Reading
Togo’s leader pushes for stronger Africa-Europe economic ties at Rome summit
The capital of Italy played host to a pivotal gathering this week as global leaders converged for the FII PRIORITY Europe 2026 summit in Rome, running from June 17 to 19. Among the distinguished attendees was Togolese Prime Minister Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, who seized the opportunity to advocate for aContinue Reading
Benin secures 12.5 billion cfa from islamic development bank for agricultural funding
In a strategic move to bolster its agricultural sector and enhance food security, Benin has secured a significant financial commitment from the Islamic Development Bank. The newly approved funding of 12.57 billion CFA francs will be directed toward modernizing the country’s agricultural infrastructure, with a primary focus on restoring soilContinue Reading
Deadly jihadist assault on Niamey airport leaves 11 dead
Niger capital targeted in coordinated terror strike An audacious assault by suspected Islamist militants rocked the international airport of Niamey early Thursday, resulting in the deaths of eleven soldiers and two civilians. The attack, which unfolded just before 06:00 local time, saw heavily armed assailants—some wearing explosive vests—attempt to breachContinue Reading
50 years of Morocco-Philippines ties: strengthening bonds through trade and diplomacy
The enduring partnership between Morocco and the Philippines stands as a testament to five decades of diplomatic collaboration, cultural exchange, and economic growth. This milestone, celebrated last year, has laid the groundwork for deeper future cooperation, according to Leslie Baja, the Philippine Ambassador to Rabat. Reflecting on the journey, AmbassadorContinue Reading