France and Morocco launch new strategic partnership with ambassador Philippe Lalliot’s arrival
France and Morocco launch new strategic partnership with ambassador Philippe Lalliot’s arrival The newly appointed French ambassador has officially assumed his duties in Rabat after his May nomination. Philippe Lalliot’s mission is to reinforce the strategic direction set by President Macron and safeguard French investments, particularly in anticipation of theContinue Reading
Niger’s third water treatment plant boosts Niamey’s supply
Niamey is witnessing a major leap in its water infrastructure as a high-level delegation inspected progress on the third potable water treatment plant. Led by Zibo Zakara, National Coordinator of the Integrated Water Security Platform in Niger (PISEN), and Mohamed Nanzoul, World Bank Project Manager, the team toured critical constructionContinue Reading
Senegal’s shift towards authoritarianism under president Faye
International •Africa Senegal’s shift towards authoritarianism under president Faye Jean-Yves Camus Columnist CH Premium content 3 min read Share Share The criminalization of homosexuality in Senegal marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s history. Over recent years, internal political tensions have intensified. Under the current president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, theContinue Reading
Abidjan clears Zimbabwe slum ahead of major urban projects
The autonomous district of Abidjan has pushed forward its urban redevelopment agenda by dismantling the Zimbabwe slum in Vridi-3, a long-standing fishing community on the outskirts of the Port of Abidjan. The operation, launched on June 2, cleared 28 hectares in just a few hours, displacing thousands of residents underContinue Reading
Ivorian winger bazoumana touré nearing record hoffenheim transfer to newcastle
Bazoumana Touré, the rising Ivorian winger, is creating waves in the transfer market. Newcastle United has entered into direct negotiations with TSG Hoffenheim to secure the 19-year-old’s services, marking a significant development in the Premier League club’s recruitment strategy. The Magpies are pushing hard to finalize this priority deal beforeContinue Reading
Senegal politics: sonko’s fierce attack on diomaye faye sparks debate
A heated confrontation unfolded in Senegal’s political landscape as Ousmane Sonko, the country’s former Prime Minister, delivered a sharp rebuke against Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the current head of government. The exchange, marked by intense rhetoric, has sent shockwaves through Dakar’s corridors of power. What triggered the clash? The verbal duelContinue Reading
West african leaders strengthen ties during Burkina Faso visit
High-Level Meeting in Ouagadougou Sets Stage for Closer Burkina Faso-Bénin Ties On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, a pivotal diplomatic engagement unfolded at the Koulouba Palace in Ouagadougou, where His Excellency Captain Ibrahim TRAORÉ, President of Burkina Faso, welcomed His Excellency Romuald WADAGNI, President of the Republic of Bénin, for anContinue Reading
Sénégal: why the confrontation between Ousmane Sonko and Diomaye Faye is now unavoidable
Ousmane Sonko has officially returned to the political battleground, launching a sharp offensive against his former ally, Bassirou Diomaye Faye. In a recent and decisive address, the leader of Pastef laid bare the deep fractures currently destabilizing the core of the state. This move signals a significant shift in theContinue Reading
Ousmane sonko details his departure from Senegal prime minister role
In a candid address, Ousmane Sonko, former Prime Minister and leader of PASTEF-Les Patriotes, shed light on the circumstances surrounding his abrupt exit from the head of government. The political figure recounted a pivotal conversation he claims to have had with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye prior to his dismissal. KeyContinue Reading
Gabon-France summit: Oligui Nguema’s key visit to Paris in july
In a landmark announcement on June 2, 2026, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema confirmed his upcoming official visit to France on July 20, 2026. Speaking during a high-profile interview, he highlighted the significance of this diplomatic engagement, signaling a pivotal moment in Gabon-France relations. The timing of this visit isContinue Reading
Political tension rises as senegalese opposition leader warns of government collapse
Tensions between Ousmane Sonko and the presidential camp have escalated sharply in recent days. The leader of the Pastef party, speaking to journalists, issued one of his strongest statements since the formation of the new government in Senegal. Leveraging his party’s significant presence in the National Assembly, the former PrimeContinue Reading
Gabon justice maintains detention of opposition leader alain-claude bilie-by-nze
Gabon justice maintains detention of opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze Gabon’s appellate court in Libreville has upheld the continued detention of former Prime Minister Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze after rejecting his procedural nullity appeal on Tuesday. His legal team continues to condemn what they describe as an arbitrary detention and an irregular judicialContinue Reading