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At 28 years old, Ismaila Sarr has become one of English football’s most talked-about forwards after delivering his career-best season in 2025-26. His explosive performances at Crystal Palace—where he joined …
Ismaila Sarr’s dream move to Manchester United takes shape Read More
National dialogue in DRC: AETA urges leaders to prioritize national interest over partisan gains Kinshasa, July 20, 2026 Uniting for a stronger Democratic Republic of Congo The Alliance for Ethical …
National dialogue in DRC: AETA urges leaders to prioritize national interest over partisan gains Read More
The Government of Senegal has officially reversed its position and now backs the candidacy of former President Macky Sall for the role of United Nations Secretary-General. This policy shift, announced …
Senegal endorses ex-president Macky Sall’s un bid after shift in stance Read More
The Cameroun government and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (FIDA) recently concluded a joint review of their strategic partnership, revealing remarkable progress in rural agricultural development. Held in Yaoundé …
Cameroun-FIDA partnership boosts farm output significantly Read More
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen security cooperation to tackle Sahel challenges Closer coordination between Morocco and Mauritania aims to secure the southern borders of the kingdom while reinforcing both nations’ regional …
Morocco Mauritania deepen security ties against Sahel threats Read More
The official website of Kenya’s presidency became the latest target of a sophisticated cyberattack on the afternoon of Saturday, July 18, 2026. Visitors attempting to access president.go.ke were met with …
Kenya faces major cyberattack on presidential website amid rising digital threats Read More
Senegal’s political landscape witnessed a poignant moment as opposition leader Ousmane Sonko visited the bereaved family of Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye in Ouakam to extend heartfelt condolences. Following visits to …
Sonko pays respects to Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye family in Ouakam Read More
The Malian transitional government has taken a decisive step in its crackdown policy. During a cabinet meeting, the executive branch approved a draft ordinance amending the nationality code. Under the …
Mali adopts stripped citizenship for dual nationals Read More
20 July 2026 By: Staff Politics Power behind the shadows: Congo’s intelligence networks that shaped history Share FacebookXWhatsAppLinkedinEmail Print By Gilbert MUHIKA/Political Analyst In the Democratic Republic of Congo, seizing …
Inside the shadowy power networks shaping Congo’s history Read More
Cameroon’s opposition party urges constitutional clarity over prolonged presidential absence Cameroon’s political landscape remains tense as the absence of President Paul Biya enters its sixth week, prompting the country’s opposition …
Cameroon’s political parties demand transparency amid president’s prolonged absence Read More
In a decisive move to address long-standing administrative bottlenecks, the Bénin government has approved the upgrade of 1,110 public sector employees from the 11th to the 12th grade, unlocking both …
Benin public sector promotion unlocks 12th grade for over 1,100 civil servants Read More
Under the shimmering lights of the Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hôtel, the inaugural Night of Kanvo and Indigo transformed the traditional into the extraordinary. On the evening of July 18, 2026, …
Benin’s bold leap: kanvo and indigo textiles become global luxury symbols Read More