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Efforts to disarm rebels belonging to the Mouvement Patriotique pour la Centrafrique (MPC) in the town of Markounda have hit an unexpected roadblock, with reports indicating that the Russian-backed Wagner …
Wagner disrupts rebel disarmament efforts in markounda central african republic Read More
Manchester United’s interim manager Michael Carrick has officially announced that Brazilian midfielder Casemiro will not feature in the club’s upcoming Premier League finale against Brighton. The decision marks the end …
Casemiro’s final Manchester United match confirmed as Inter Miami rumors grow Read More
Wolfsburg face Paderborn in critical Bundesliga playoff showdown The Volkswagen Arena is set to host a high-stakes Bundesliga playoff match this Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 20:00 local time. Football …
Live Wolfsburg vs Paderborn Bundesliga playoff clash Read More
For the first time in African history, Senegal will host the Youth Olympic Games in 2026, a landmark event expected to draw around 2,700 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees, …
Senegal gears up for 2026 youth olympics with robust transport plan Read More
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has revealed that 245 stalled infrastructure projects, valued at a total of 279 billion West African CFA francs, have been identified across the …
Senegal’s infrastructure crisis: 245 stalled projects worth 279 billion cfa francs identified Read More
Tchad deadly collision in Koundoul leaves motorcyclist dead in fire A motorcyclist died in a fire after colliding with a truck near N’Djamena. Authorities are investigating the tragic accident. Staff …
Deadly collision in Koundoul leaves motorcyclist dead in fire Read More
A significant disruption has impacted cross-border movement between Sénégal and Mali, leading to the complete halt of traffic along the vital Dakar-Bamako corridor. This interruption affects a crucial logistical and …
Cross-border traffic halted between Sénégal and Mali on Dakar-Bamako route Read More
Commercial traffic between Senegal and Mali has come to a standstill following escalating security measures along the Dakar-Bamako route. The disruption, centered near the border town of Kidira, has left …
Dakar Bamako road blocked by security concerns in Senegal and Mali Read More
Senegal’s 2026 World Cup squad unveiled amid high hopes Senegal has announced its 28-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring global stars including Sadio Mané and Kalidou Koulibaly, …
Senegal’s 2026 world cup squad revealed with stars like Mané and Koulibaly Read More
Togo has unequivocally become the latest stage for an intense geopolitical competition between France and Russia. Through a complex interplay of crisis diplomacy, security accords, and soft power initiatives, both …
Togo: a new front in the quiet geopolitical contest between Paris and Moscow Read More
Top Stories National dialogue 2026: Diomaye focuses on targeted consultations National consultations: APR rejects Diomaye Faye’s initiative National Assembly: Prime Minister to face current affairs session Ministerial council meeting: Ousmane …
Senegal justice system under scrutiny as prime minister demands faster rulings Read More
In a decisive move on May 18, 2026, the Nigerien government, under the leadership of General Abdourahamane Tiani, officially established a national uranium mining company and revoked the mining concession …
Niger takes full control of uranium sector with new state-owned firm Read More