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The Front for the Defense of the Republic (FDR) has formally called for the immediate removal of Ousmane Sonko from the National Assembly, labeling his parliamentary seat as illegal and …
Senegal assembly demands removal of Ousmane Sonko amid legal disputes Read More
A severe traffic incident unfolded this Wednesday on National Road 1, involving a public transport bus and a heavy-duty truck. The impact, characterized by its extreme force, caused extensive material …
Tragic collision on Togo’s national road 1 leaves multiple casualties Read More
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) witnessed a dramatic slowdown on June 3 as citizens heeded calls for a nationwide shutdown to protest President Félix Tshisekédi’s potential constitutional amendment allowing …
Third term bid sparks mass protests in democratic republic of Congo Read More
In a bold political maneuver, the Front pour la Défense de la Démocratie et de la République (FDR) has formally requested the immediate removal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko from …
Senegal opposition seeks removal of prime minister from parliament Read More
Lomé, June 3, 2026 — Following high-level engagements in Nigeria, Niger, and Burkina Faso, Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni touched down in Lomé this afternoon for a working visit aimed at …
Benin Togo president wadagni visits lome to strengthen ties Read More
In a bold call for greater Christian participation in Senegal’s political arena, the Mouvement autonome chrétien pour le développement durable (MAC 20) highlighted the community’s underrepresentation in decision-making processes. Speaking …
Senegalese Christians urged to step up political involvement Read More
society Vandalism at Gabon’s Communication Authority sparks concerns over institutional security 81 views Libreville, June 3, 2026 – The deliberate destruction of offices within Gabon’s High Authority for Communication (HAC) …
Vandalism exposes vulnerabilities in Gabon’s regulatory bodies Read More
During the 2026 general meetings in Lomé, Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) not only secured shareholder backing for dividend reinstatement but also unveiled a fresh governance blueprint. This milestone follows record-breaking …
Ecobank’s Lomé governance boost after 2025’s record performance Read More
Diplomatic tensions are rising between Gabon and the United States as Libreville firmly rejects a proposed bilateral agreement aimed at receiving migrants expelled from American territory. This unexpected move underscores …
Gabon rejects US migrant expulsion deal under Oligui Nguema Read More
Kinshasa experienced a subdued resumption of daily life on Wednesday afternoon following a ‘ghost town’ protest called by opposition factions united under the Coalition Article 64 (C64). The demonstration aimed …
Drc government defiant amid opposition-led shutdown in Kinshasa Read More
Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Moïse Katumbi Matata Ponyo Mapon Martin Fayulu Félix Tshisekedi Kinshasa, the vibrant capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, frequently experiences shifts in its …
Kinshasa’s political pulse: opposition dynamics against président Félix Tshisekedi Read More
The rehabilitation and modernization of the Kara–Kabou road segment, a critical transboundary route linking Togo and Bénin, has received a substantial financial boost. The African Development Bank (AfDB), through its …
Transforming west african trade with kara–kabou highway upgrade Read More