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The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, concluded a productive private meeting in Rabat on Tuesday. The …
Rabat hosts private talks between Morocco’s King Mohammed VI and UAE’s President Read More
After six years of near-total inactivity, Cameroon’s top judicial body has finally received a presidential decree renewing its membership. On June 2, 2026, President Paul Biya signed the order reshuffling …
Cameroon judicial council renewed but justice remains stalled Read More
N’Djamena’s leadership appears set on perpetuating a grim cycle of coups and violent conflicts. Just two weeks following their apprehension for organizing a protest against governance issues in Chad, eight …
Chad’s political crackdown: fears of a return to single-party rule Read More
In a dramatic political turn, Ousmane Sonko has re-emerged as a vocal critic of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, reigniting tensions that threaten to destabilize Senegal’s government. His latest speech marks …
Sonko’s bold return shakes Senegal’s political scene Read More
Political observers are abuzz following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s surprising proposal to former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. In a candid account of the events surrounding his dismissal, Sonko reveals the …
Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s unexpected request to Ousmane Sonko sparks political tension Read More
Politics Gabon strengthens economic diplomacy with African and international partners By Editor-in-Chief June 3, 2026 53 No comment Libreville, Wednesday June 3, 2026 – Housing, infrastructure, African finance and private …
Gabon strengthens economic diplomacy with African and international partners Read More
Bénin and Niger edge closer to reopening shared border Following a landmark diplomatic visit, fresh momentum is building toward restoring normal relations between Bénin and Niger, with the reopening of …
Bénin and Niger edge closer to reopening shared border Read More
Senegal’s political landscape is facing a pivotal moment as opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, head of the Pastef party, has openly declared his party’s capacity to initiate a vote of no …
Ousmane Sonko’s bold move to challenge Senegal’s government Read More
Just days after securing a historic Champions League triumph, the Paris Saint-Germain is once again at the center of transfer market speculation—this time involving Yan Diomandé, the rising Ivorian winger …
Yan diomandé transfer saga heats up as psg and liverpool vie for ivoirian star Read More
Politics Cameroon needs builders, not tribalists — Alex Nguepi In a recent opinion piece, Cameroonian entrepreneur Alex Nguepi challenges the narrative that tribalism is an inevitable part of national progress. …
Cameroon needs builders, not tribalists says Alex Nguepi Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has launched a bold political offensive, addressing both his allies and critics in a series of high-profile public appearances. As leader of the Pastef party, Sonko …
Senegal’s political shift as Sonko asserts influence within Pastef Read More
Diplomacy Morocco to preside over the opening of the 81st UN General Assembly The Kingdom of Morocco has been selected through a random draw to occupy the first seat at …
Morocco to lead un general assembly session for first time Read More