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Over three days of intensive discussions, the 2026 African Economic Conference in Abidjan did more than diagnose the continent’s economic vulnerabilities—it charted a bold new path toward African self-determination through …
Abidjan hosts landmark 2026 African economic summit to redefine continent’s global role Read More
The diplomatic landscape in Lomé continues to evolve as the Togolese presidency welcomed three newly accredited ambassadors on November 12, 2025. The ceremony underscored the nation’s commitment to fostering stronger …
Togo welcomes three new ambassadors to strengthen international ties Read More
The Burkina Faso government has increasingly positioned Russia as a key ally, framing the relationship as a mutually beneficial partnership built on mutual respect and the absence of political strings …
Burkina Faso’s ties with Russia: a partnership under scrutiny Read More
In the heart of Chad’s capital region, the Mandjafa nomadic camp serves as a temporary home for families who rely on livestock for their survival. Among them is Afia, a …
One health approach brings integrated care to Chad’s nomadic families Read More
Ivorian political circles are abuzz following the announcement of a new sovereignist movement spearheaded by former presidential candidate Ahoua Don Mello. On July 11, 2026, in Abidjan, supporters and campaign …
Ivorian politics: Ahoua Don Mello unveils new sovereignist party Read More
The Burkina Faso of today stands at an unprecedented crossroads of international isolation, and the architect of this diplomatic collapse bears a name: Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the leader of the …
Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s isolationist policies isolate Burkina Faso on global stage Read More
Planned for Tan-Tan, the African Multidomain Training and Experimentation Center (AMTEC) will serve as a cutting-edge military innovation hub. Its structure is built around three core components: a Multidomain Training …
New US-Morocco military hub in tan-tan to boost african defense tech Read More
Aurélien Mintsa Mi-Nguema officially assumed his role as Gabon’s ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the Republic of India following his nomination by the Council of Ministers on February 26, 2026. …
Gabon strengthens ties with India under new ambassador’s leadership Read More
In February 2026, Bamako dismissed as “fabricated rumors” reports suggesting its ambassador would return to Algiers. Fast forward to July, and the reversal is official. On July 10, Mali’s transitional …
Mali-Algeria thaw: rapid diplomatic shift amid Sahel tensions Read More
In February 2026, Bamako dismissed as “fabricated” rumors of its ambassador’s return to Algiers. By July 10, the same return became official—a dramatic shift that reflects the shifting power dynamics …
Algeria and Mali restore ties amid Sahel tensions Read More
Jean-Noël Barrot French Foreign Minister Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré Burkina Faso’s Foreign Minister Foreign policy Diplomatic relations Burkina Faso France Sahel Alliance The latest round of diplomatic friction between Burkina Faso …
Diplomatic tension between Burkina Faso and France escalates over foreign policy Read More
Politics • Mali Mali-Algeria thaw sparks regional stability hopes 13/07/202613 july 2026 Observers see renewed ties between Bamako and Algiers as a turning point for Sahel security and economic ties. …
Mali-Algeria thaw sparks regional stability hopes Read More