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The presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire unfolded under heavy security and heightened tensions, yet concluded without major disturbances, according to early reports from polling stations nationwide. Voters cast their ballots …
Ivory coast presidential vote held amid tight security Read More
The Republic of Niger has formally announced the establishment of the Timersoï Uranium Mining Company (TSUMCO), a new state-owned entity set to assume control of the Arlit uranium mining operations …
Niger launches tsumco to take over arlit uranium mines from orano Read More
Senegal’s 2025 UEMOA reform performance: an in-depth look at a slight setback While the common market demonstrates minor improvements, this analysis delves into the specific reasons behind Senegal’s slight regression …
Senegal’s 2025 UEMOA reform performance: an in-depth look at a slight setback Read More
Tottenham’s Roberto De Zerbi: Everton survival clash eclipses past European glory Following Tottenham’s 1-2 defeat against Chelsea on Tuesday, manager Roberto De Zerbi articulated a profound perspective on the upcoming …
Tottenham’s Roberto de Zerbi: Everton survival clash eclipses past European glory Read More
Foot, Premier League De Zerbi: Tottenham’s premier league survival clash against Everton ‘more significant than a trophy’ Following a recent 1-2 defeat to Chelsea this Tuesday, Tottenham’s head coach, Roberto …
De Zerbi: Tottenham’s premier league survival clash against Everton ‘more significant than a trophy’ Read More
Kigali, May 19, 2026 — The corridors of Kigali’s convention center buzzed with urgency as world leaders, nuclear experts, investors, and international partners gathered for the second edition of the …
Africa’s nuclear energy push gains momentum at Kigali summit Read More
Dakar has launched the Senegal Space Week, a bold initiative to position the nation as a leading space and technology hub in Africa. Organized by the Senegalese Space Studies Agency …
Senegal’s space week aims to establish africa’s next tech powerhouse Read More
The long-standing dispute between Niger and Chinese oil partners has finally reached a resolution. Niamey has officially closed negotiations with companies involved in upstream oil production and the pipeline transporting …
Niger secures oil deal with China after months of tensions Read More
In the aftermath of the deadly April 25 attacks, Mali’s transitional leader Assimi Goïta has moved swiftly to consolidate his authority, reshaping the nation’s political and security landscape. The events …
How Mali’s junta leader expanded control after april 25 attacks Read More
Many university students in Senegal are embracing political involvement as a way to merge academic pursuits with civic duty. Far from seeing their studies as a barrier to engagement, these …
Senegal youth balance studies with political ambition Read More
The U.S. Embassy in Bamako has urged American citizens in Mali’s capital to exercise extreme caution when traveling, warning of potential delays and disruptions due to intensified security operations around …
Us embassy in Bamako issues travel advisory amid heightened security measures Read More
Senegal is demonstrating a robust commitment to reinvigorate its fisheries and oceanographic research capabilities through the upcoming rehabilitation of the ITAF Dème research vessel. This strategic floating laboratory, a vital …
Senegal boosts maritime research and sovereignty with ITAF Dème vessel rehabilitation Read More