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On the occasion of the 66th anniversary of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence, former parliamentarian Méambly Tié Évariste delivered a heartfelt message to his fellow citizens, particularly those from the Cavally, Guémon, …
Ivorian independence day: meambly tié évariste closes political chapter Read More
The transitional government of Burkina Faso has taken a decisive step toward economic sovereignty by announcing a ban on wheat flour, semolina, and couscous imports. While framed as a bold …
Burkina Faso suspends wheat flour and semolina imports to boost local production Read More
A recent transaction involving Niger’s state-owned uranium stock, managed by the Société du Patrimoine des Mines du Niger (SOPAMIN), has come under scrutiny for its unusual nature. Reports indicate that …
Niger’s opaque uranium deal: 300 tonnes of yellowcake sold off-market with russian influence Read More
Dakar 2026 is setting an ambitious precedent: hosting Youth Olympic Games entirely free from plastic pollution. This commitment has been solidified by the organizing committee, in collaboration with the Senegalese …
Dakar 2026 aims for a plastic-free and sustainable youth olympic games Read More
Political Africa Gabon’s president pays homage in Yamoussoukro, strengthening ties with Côte d’Ivoire By Editor-in-Chief August 6, 2026 117 No comment Libreville, August 6, 2026 – President Brice Clotaire Oligui …
Gabon’s president pays homage in Yamoussoukro, strengthening ties with Côte d’Ivoire Read More
Two years after General Abdourahamane Tiani orchestrated the overthrow of democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum, citing the imperative to restore national security, his regime now confronts a reality that significantly …
Niger’s security quagmire: general Tiani’s regime confronts a deepening ideological conflict Read More
Senegal has secured a substantial 340 billion FCFA financial package from the World Bank, with the Presidency of the Republic recently detailing the specific outlines of this support. This significant …
Senegal secures 340 billion FCFA from World Bank to bolster economic development Read More
Togo’s judicial modernization takes a significant stride. In a Council of Ministers meeting held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in Lomé, the government approved two draft decrees, officially appointing 28 …
Togo’s justice system bolstered by 28 new judicial appointments Read More
The Gabonese government is steering the nation toward a new economic paradigm, pivoting away from its traditional reliance on oil revenues. With petroleum production in decline, officials are doubling down …
Gabon’s bold shift toward mineral wealth exploitation Read More
🇨🇲 Cameroon: paul biya’s recent decrees fuel public speculation In Cameroon, the recent official publication of decrees appointing five new brigade generals has intensified public discussion regarding the ongoing absence …
Cameroon: paul biya’s decrees spark questions amid public absence Read More
Thirty-six African migrants, expelled from the United States to Yaoundé, have filed a legal challenge in Cameroon’s administrative court. Their lawyer, Me Joseph Fru Awah, argues that the Central African …
Migrants africans fight deportation from Cameroon after us expulsion Read More
International pressure is mounting against Togo’s constitutional reforms as 43 civil society organizations (CSOs) from Africa and the diaspora urge the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the African …
Togo constitution crisis: civil society urges ECOWAS and au sanctions Read More