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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
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
Amidst the political landscape of Senegal, a high-stakes conversation unfolds between key figures Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko. This delicate exchange, fraught with underlying tensions, reflects the nation’s evolving …
Sénégal: political tensions rise as Faye and Sonko navigate fragile dialogue Read More
The General Directorate of the National Office for the Organization of the Pilgrimage (ORGEP) has issued a formal notice to Chadian pilgrims preparing for the 2026 Hajj, emphasizing strict adherence …
Hadj 2026: ORGEP issues strict safety and discipline guidelines for Chadian pilgrims Read More
During a high-level meeting in Rabat, Côte d’Ivoire’s Foreign Minister, Kacou Adom, reaffirmed the country’s strong commitment to Morocco’s royal initiatives aimed at fostering development across Africa. The declaration came …
Côte d’Ivoire backs Morocco’s royal initiatives for Africa’s growth Read More
Intense security measures are in place today at the Supreme Court of N’Djamena, with deployment of National Guard units, gendarmerie, and police forces surrounding the premises. Access to the court …
High security trial of succès masra at N’Djamena supreme court Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has sounded the alarm regarding the critical condition of markets across Senegal, drawing attention to the advanced state of decay affecting numerous commercial facilities built as …
Senegal’s prime minister unveils ambitious market modernization strategy Read More
On November 25, 1998, a legendary chapter of French football was written in London. Under the guidance of Daniel Leclercq, RC Lens achieved what no other French club had done …
Guillaume Warmuz reflects on the night Lens made history at Wembley against Arsenal Read More
As Bénin anticipates the swearing-in of President-elect Romuald Wadagni this Sunday, May 24, 2026, outgoing President Patrice Talon has addressed the nation. Having completed his two constitutional terms, a period …
Bénin’s presidential transition: talon bids farewell, wadagni prepares for leadership Read More
The trial of Chadian opposition figure Succès Masra commenced today at the Supreme Court, marked by stringent security measures and an unusual absence. The proceedings unfolded in a confined courtroom, …
High-security trial begins for chadian opposition leader succèss masra Read More