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In a charged address delivered to his supporters in Bambey this past Saturday, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party, issued a stern warning about anticipated attempts to destabilize his …
Ousmane Sonko warns activists of planned provocations ahead of Senegal vote Read More
On Saturday, July 25, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye inaugurated his new political party, KIIRAAY – Les Patriotes Républicains, in Dakar, signaling a pivotal shift in Senegal’s evolving political dynamics following …
Senegal’s president unveils new party to reshape political landscape Read More
The University of Lomé (UL), Togo’s leading higher education institution, welcomes thousands of new high school graduates and returning students annually. This year, the university has revamped its enrollment processes, …
Togo university admissions: streamlined online registration guide Read More
Cameroun, ces « déchus de la République » qui hantent le palais d’Etoudi Depuis 1982, Paul Biya a fait et défait la carrière d’un nombre impressionnant d’hommes politiques au Cameroun. Des puissants, …
Cameroon’s ‘Disowned Repubicans’: The Power Brokers Haunting President Paul Biya Read More
Le président de l’Assemblée nationale, Ousmane Sonko, a maintenu une promesse faite aux adhérents du parti Pastef lors d’une tournée récente dans plusieurs localités du pays. En visitant Bargny et …
Ousmane Sonko Promet Accès à Services pour les Adhérents de Pastef en Tournée à Bargny et au-Dahomy Read More
The Plateforme panafricaine des femmes et des jeunes pour la paix, la démocratie et la gouvernance (2PFJ) has issued a strong call for an inclusive, participatory, and constructive political dialogue …
Ivorian electoral reform: 2PFJ advocates for broad political dialogue Read More
Bénin Conférence de l’IAJP: Mgr Houngbédji dresse le bilan des réformes et appelle à placer l’humain au cœur du développement L’Institut des artisans de justice et de paix (IAJP) a …
Conférence de l’IAJP: Mgr Houngbédji dresse le bilan des réformes et appelle à placer l’humain au cœur du développement Read More
PolitiqueNiger Navigating the diplomatic thaw between Niger and ECOWAS https://p.dw.com/p/5Hizs Three years after the military takeover that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, the ruling junta in Niamey continues to face strained …
Navigating the diplomatic thaw between Niger and ECOWAS Read More
A significant economic shift is on the horizon for Cameroon. The Hilli Episeyo, a floating liquefaction unit that has been stationed off the coast of Kribi since 2018, is set …
Cameroon’s hilli episeyo departure to impact 2026 economic outlook Read More
Gabon: opposition leader’s lawyers challenge detention over old financial dispute Alain Claude Bilie By Nze, Gabon’s former Prime Minister and a prominent opposition figure, has now spent over 100 days …
Gabon: opposition leader’s lawyers challenge detention over old financial dispute Read More
As his diplomatic assignment in Togo concluded, the European Union Ambassador, Gwilym Ceri Jones, held a farewell meeting with the President of the Council, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, this Thursday. The …
Togo-eu partnership: outgoing ambassador highlights significant growth Read More
On July 28 and 29, 2026, Niamey is set to become the central hub for Nigeriens residing abroad, as the city proudly hosts the second edition of the Nigerien Diaspora …
Niamey to host the 2026 nigerien diaspora forum for national development Read More