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The economic landscape of Sénégal is under intense scrutiny as policymakers, economists, and civil society leaders convene in Dakar to address the nation’s escalating debt crisis. At the heart of …
Sénégal’s debt crisis fuels calls for bold reforms and imf alternatives Read More
Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, a prominent holding company, has officially confirmed its acquisition of SICTA (Société Ivoirienne de Contrôle Technique Automobile), the longstanding leader in vehicle technical inspection services across Côte d’Ivoire. …
Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS outlines future after SICTA acquisition in Côte d’Ivoire Read More
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, held a pivotal meeting with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to address pressing economic challenges, including debt sustainability and …
Senegal’s debt and reforms on the agenda during IMF talks Read More
The weekend of May 10-11, 2026, marked a dark chapter for Mali’s energy sector after terrorists from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) detonated multiple high-voltage …
Mali faces blackout crisis as jihadists target power grid and dams Read More
Norwegian Minister’s visit to Senegal strengthens bilateral ties The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dakar recently hosted a high-profile visit by Norway’s Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, from May 3 …
Norwegian minister’s visit to Senegal strengthens bilateral ties Read More
The Ivorian head of state, President Alassane Ouattara, is set to implement significant restructuring within his political party, the Rassemblement des houphouëtistes pour la démocratie et la paix (RHDP). During …
Ivorian president Ouattara strengthens RHDP party structure Read More
Paris Saint-Germain is set to face its closest competitor, RC Lens, in a rescheduled Ligue 1 match on Wednesday, May 13th. This crucial encounter could see the capital club clinch …
Paris Saint-Germain on the brink of a historic ligue 1 title Read More
Following the coordinated assaults on April 25 and 26 that targeted Bamako, Kati, Gao, Sévaré, and Kidal, a previously unspoken question has re-emerged in Malian security discussions: should negotiations commence …
The Sahel’s dilemma: should Mali engage with jihadist factions? Read More
Le RC Lens reçoit le Paris Saint-Germain ce mercredi dans un match en retard de la 29ᵉ journée de Ligue 1 qui pourrait bien sacrer champion de France le Paris …
RC Lens – Paris Saint-Germain : sur quelle chaîne TV et à quelle heure suivre le match pour le titre de Ligue 1 ? Read More
Au Sénégal, la traque des homosexuels s’intensifie Le Sénégal durcit sa répression envers les personnes homosexuelles. Un français de 30 ans a été arrêté chez lui et est toujours en …
Au Sénégal, la traque des homosexuels s’intensifie Read More
Red Star vs Rodez: when and where to watch the Ligue 1 play-off match The Francilian club faces Rodez in the first round of the Ligue 2 play-offs for a …
Red star vs rodez: play-off schedule and tv broadcast details Read More
Tchad: Opposition Leaders Condemn Growing Restrictions on Political Rights Eight high-profile opposition figures in Chad, including members of the GCAP coalition, have been sentenced to eight years in prison, sparking …
Tchad: opposition voices alarm over shrinking political freedoms Read More