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Libreville – The African continent has reached a pivotal milestone in its pursuit of universal electricity access. With over 50 million individuals now connected across 40 nations, the ambitious “Mission …
Africa’s energy transformation: mission 300 connects millions, Gabon joins the movement Read More
A shift from judicial bravery to institutional avoidance On February 15, 2024, the Constitutional Council of Sénégal surprised observers with its firm stance. Acting as the true guardian of the …
Senegal constitutional council retreats on Ousmane Sonko parliamentary case Read More
The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group is meticulously refining its strategic roadmap for Burkina Faso. From May 4 to 8, 2026, a delegation led by Lamin Barrow, Director General for …
Afdb shapes future strategy for Burkina Faso development Read More
Bénin Bénin: L’Anracs détruit 95 kg de cocaïne et d’importantes quantités de stupéfiants à Ouidah Bénin’s steadfast commitment to combating organized crime was powerfully demonstrated on Thursday, June 18, 2026, …
Bénin’s anracs publicly destroys 95 kg of cocaine and vast drug quantities in ouidah Read More
Breaking News Sécurité: Rutshuru : deux civils tués et plusieurs blessés dans une attaque armée à Biruma⠀ ⠀ Économie: DRC Mining Week 2026 : UBA RDC mise sur le digital …
Est de la RDC: “ceux qui croient que nos frères et sœurs vivant dans les territoires occupés peuvent renoncer à leur appartenance nationale se trompent”, Aimé Boji Read More
The Ivorian government has renewed its dedication to professionalizing and structuring domestic work, a sector that plays a vital role in the national economy and the daily lives of countless …
Côte d’Ivoire takes a major step towards professionalizing domestic employment Read More
Strategic legislative session at the Palais des Gouverneurs The 10th legislature of the National Assembly is gathering this Friday for a high-stakes plenary session. Under the leadership of President Joseph …
Bénin parliament convenes to examine 2026 budget revision and institutional changes Read More
On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the Legislative Assembly of the People (ALP) is set to convene for a decisive session to examine a new bill governing religious freedom. This legislative …
Burkina Faso parliament to debate landmark religious freedom bill Read More
After rising to power together under the Pastef banner in March 2024, Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko are now locked in a political standoff that is fundamentally altering the …
Senegal political crisis: what lies ahead for the Faye-Sonko rivalry? Read More
In a sharp rebuke delivered from Goma, the AFC/M23 political leadership has condemned what it describes as “irresponsible” and “warmongering” rhetoric from President Félix Tshisekedi. The movement’s political coordinator, Corneille …
Afc/M23 denounces international silence over Kinshasa’s diplomatic sabotage in eastern DRC Read More
Breaking News Sécurité: Rutshuru : deux civils tués et plusieurs blessés dans une attaque armée à Biruma⠀ ⠀ Économie: DRC Mining Week 2026 : UBA RDC mise sur le digital …
Est de la RDC: l’AFC/M23 fustige le silence de la médiation et des partenaires au processus de paix qualifiant de complicité face au “sabotage” des efforts diplomatiques par Kinshasa Read More
rapprochement between Morocco and the gambia: a new era of strategic partnership The special envoy from Banjul presented a crucial message to King Mohammed VI, underscoring the excellent state of …
Rapprochement between Morocco and the gambia: a new era of strategic partnership Read More