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As he prepared to continue his visit inside the daara, political leader Ousmane Sonko was met by an overwhelming crowd that brought his movements to a halt. Unexpected welcome in …
Massive turnout greets Ousmane Sonko in Louga Read More
An attack in Tillabéri exposes enduring security vulnerabilities A vehicle belonging to Niger’s Armed Forces (FAN) was targeted in an attack claimed by the Group to Support Islam and Muslims …
Tillabéri faces renewed jihadist threats amid Niger’s shifting security alliances Read More
Paris Saint-Germain held to draw by Manchester United ahead of European Super Cup Four days before facing Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup, Paris Saint-Germain faced Manchester United in …
Paris saint-germain held to draw by manchester united ahead of european super cup Read More
State-run media in Mali confirmed the arrival of a major fuel convoy in Bamako this past Saturday morning. The procession featured 840 tanker trucks, each laden with essential fuel supplies, …
Massive fuel shipment arrives in Bamako amid heightened security Read More
Senegalese Leader Demands Clarity on Local Election Timing Ousmane Sonko, head of the ruling Pastef Les Patriotes party, used a recent visit to Louga to urge President Bassirou Diomaye Faye …
Senegal politics: Sonko challenges Faye over local elections delay Read More
Bénin education minister outlines plans to boost school performance Armand Kuyema Natta, Benin’s Minister of Preschool and Primary Education, launched an official tour on July 29, 2026, to connect with …
Bénin education minister outlines plans to boost school performance Read More
Bénin Bénin : Awaou BACO au contact des PME dans l’Alibori et le Borgou La ministre béninoise des Petites et Moyennes Entreprises et de la Promotion de l’Emploi, Awaou Baco, …
Bénin : Awaou BACO au contact des PME dans l’Alibori et le Borgou Read More
Bénin Bénin launches first open government action plan Eighteen months after joining the Open Government Partnership (OGP), Benin hosted a five-day national workshop in Cotonou to deepen understanding of open …
Bénin launches first open government action plan Read More
Gabon’s diplomatic push: turning Africa tour promises into economic gains The diplomatic marathon has concluded, and now Gabon faces a pivotal moment. From July 27 to August 7, 2026, President …
Gabon’s diplomatic push: turning Africa tour promises into economic gains Read More
Abidjan — A disciplined formation of 150 soldiers marched through the streets of Abidjan, their camouflage uniforms blending seamlessly with the urban backdrop. Each wore combat gear, masks, and berets, …
Guinean special forces parade draws ovation in Abidjan Read More
Diplomatic response Burkina Faso rejects Tinubu’s Sahel security claims in diplomatic response In the wake of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s statements linking insecurity in Nigeria to the situations in …
Burkina Faso rejects Tinubu’s Sahel security claims in diplomatic response Read More
After a multi-week hiatus following the Grand Magal de Touba festivities, the President of Pastef, Ousmane Sonko, has rekindled the vigorous pace that characterized his membership card sales campaign. The …
Ousmane Sonko reignites membership drive after Magal break Read More