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The opening of the second edition of Senegal Space Week 2026 witnessed a powerful declaration from General Birame Diop, representing President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, emphasizing the nation’s pressing need to …
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Russian mercenaries’ official involvement deepens MPC divide in Central African Republic The political landscape in Central African Republic has taken a dramatic turn as Russian mercenaries officially join the conflict, …
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Kidnappings: the financial engine behind Boko Haram’s insurgency From Nigerian schools to Chad’s borders, abductions fuel violence across West Africa. Here’s how ransom payments sustain one of the continent’s deadliest …
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The Minister of Finance and Budget, Cheikh Diba, led the political phase of the annual review of UEMOA’s reforms, policies, programs, and projects in Dakar today. The event brought together …
Senegal’s UEMOA progress report highlights integration gains and challenges Read More
may 19, 2026 download pricing grid Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode Senegal Space Week 2026: Dakar accelerates its tech sovereignty drive breaking news may 19, 2026 The …
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Prime minister Ousmane Sonko to address parliament on Friday This Friday, May 22, 2026, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will face a pivotal session of parliamentary scrutiny in the heart of …
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Maurice Digbeu Kipré, a towering figure in West African insurance, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Abidjan at the age of 75. As the founder and CEO of …
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Tchad Chad’s urban youth increasingly drawn to online betting and virtual games Online betting is captivating Chad’s youth with promises of quick returns and digital entertainment, prompting discussions on regulation …
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A significant agricultural support initiative, valued at over two billion FCFA, was recently launched by the Burkinabè government with much fanfare. This program was ostensibly designed to benefit internally displaced …
Burkina Faso: unanswered questions over kaya displaced persons’ 2 billion fcfa fund Read More
Africa International Politics Dakar reshapes African francophone diplomacy with bold sovereignty push By Chief Editor May 19, 2026 164 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, May 19, 2026 – A gathering under …
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Internal strife grips Pastef as Sonko faces positioning battles With just one year remaining until the 2027 local elections, Pastef is grappling with deepening internal tensions that threaten to fracture …
Internal strife grips Pastef as Sonko faces positioning battles Read More
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire’s economic heart, transformed into the continental nexus for personal data governance debates on May 18, 2026. Over four days, the ninth international conference of the African Network …
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