Democratic Republic of Congo to block TikTok amid rebel propaganda surge
Christian Bosembe, head of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Higher Council for Audiovisual and Communication (CSAC), has declared that TikTok will soon be blocked in the country. His decision follows accusations that the platform has become a hub for propaganda by the AFC-M23 rebellion, which has been accused of attackingContinue Reading
Congo genocide recognition push gains momentum in french parliament
French lawmakers from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are set to launch a high-impact diplomatic offensive in Paris this autumn to push for official recognition of the GENOCOST—a term used to describe atrocities linked to resource exploitation in the DRC since 1996. The initiative, spearheaded by the CollectiveContinue Reading
Senegal and Gambia resolve long-standing border dispute with landmark agreement
The long-standing border dispute between Senegal and Gambia has reached a definitive resolution, as both nations have finalized an agreement to demarcate their shared frontier. This milestone, confirmed by the Permanent Senegal-Gambia Secretariat, follows a recent flare-up in tensions triggered by an incident near Bullock just two weeks prior. TheContinue Reading
Cameroon military shake-up: President Biya approves key appointments from abroad
Cameroon military shake-up: President Biya approves key appointments from abroad After nearly two months outside Cameroon, President Paul Biya has approved a sweeping military reshuffle through a series of presidential decrees. The changes include the appointment of five new brigadier generals, the selection of a new Chief of the DefenceContinue Reading
Benin and Nigeria unite to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts amid rising threats
The escalating threat posed by armed groups across West Africa has prompted Bénin and Nigeria to deepen their security collaboration. On August 4, 2026, a high-level Nigerian military delegation, led by Defense Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa, met with his Béninois counterpart, Gildas Agonkan, in Cotonou. This strategic gathering marksContinue Reading
Atlanta e-sinistre la nouvelle plateforme digitale d’Atlanta Assurance Côte d’Ivoire
Atlanta Assurance Côte d’Ivoire, filiale de Holmarcom Finance Company, déploie une nouvelle plateforme digitale dédiée à la gestion des sinistres. Cette solution vise à réduire les délais de traitement et à optimiser l’expérience client, dans une logique d’amélioration continue de la qualité de service. By Abdoulaye Mounkaila — ReporterContinue Reading
66th independence anniversary: Yaya Fofana urges Ivorian youth to embrace hard work and discipline
As Côte d’Ivoire marks its 66th year of independence on August 7, the nation pauses to honor the legacy of its founding fathers and reaffirms its commitment to a shared future. In a poignant message delivered by Yaya Fofana, leader of the Mouvement des Forces d’Avenir (MFA), the call toContinue Reading
Gabon’s president joins Côte d’Ivoire’s independence celebrations
The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, arrived in Abidjan on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, to participate in the festivities marking the 66th anniversary of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence. This official visit underscores the strong ties of cooperation and fraternity uniting Gabon and Côte d’Ivoire. Warm reception at Félix Houphouët-BoignyContinue Reading
Bénin-Russia ties: Porto-Novo’s strategic pivot toward Saint-Petersburg
The Republic of Bénin is navigating global geopolitical shifts with a bold and pragmatic foreign policy, expanding its partnerships while deepening long-standing alliances. In a recent high-level meeting, the Beninese ambassador to Russia engaged in discussions with Saint-Petersburg authorities to bolster bilateral cooperation across critical sectors, including energy, agriculture, andContinue Reading
Benin’s economic growth remains resilient despite global challenges
The Republic of Benin continues to defy global economic headwinds, maintaining a robust growth trajectory even as international markets grapple with instability. Recent economic projections indicate the country achieved an impressive 8.1% GDP growth in 2025, with forecasts suggesting sustained expansion above 7% through 2027. This remarkable performance stems fromContinue Reading
DRC ceasefire crisis: expelled officer halts verification mechanism
Four months after its launch in Montreux, the expanded joint ceasefire verification mechanism (MCVE+) between Kinshasa and the AFC/M23 has yet to begin operations. The unexpected expulsion of one of the three Congolese officers deployed in mid-July to Goma to represent the FARDC within the system has brought everything toContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire launches energy pact steering committee to accelerate electrification goals
The steering committee of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Energy Pact convened its inaugural meeting on August 4, 2026, at the SCIAM building in Abidjan. The session, led by Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA, Minister of Planning and Development, brought together key officials including Mamadou SANGAFOWA-COULIBALY, Minister of Mines, Petroleum and Energy, alongside deputyContinue Reading