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Morocco and Ivory Coast flags © Official Press ivory coast reaffirms unwavering support for Morocco’s territorial integrity The Republic of Ivory Coast has once again expressed its firm backing for …
Ivory coast backs Morocco’s Sahara autonomy plan Read More
The political landscape of Senegal is currently marked by intense exchanges between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. Their ongoing dialogues are shaping the nation’s future trajectory, …
Senegal political tensions between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko Read More
A significant chapter in contemporary Beninese political history draws to a close. With the inauguration of his elected successor, Romuald Wadagni, just days away, outgoing President Patrice Talon delivered a …
Benin’s political transition: president talon’s farewell and the road ahead for wadagni Read More
A fresh wave of diplomatic strain has emerged between Senegal and France, following the recent enactment of a Senegalese law that imposes stricter penalties for same-sex relations and the arrest …
Senegal’s new anti-LGBT+ legislation creates diplomatic friction with France Read More
Auguste Miremont Politics Auguste Miremont, former Communication Minister: « President Ouattara learned the most from President Houphouët-Boigny » As Côte d’Ivoire’s first Minister of Communication (1989-1993) and former Director-General of …
Auguste miremont reflects on ivorian leadership from houphouët to ouattara Read More
President Patrice Talon bids farewell to the Beninese nation On Monday, May 21, 2026, the outgoing President of the Republic of Benin, Patrice Talon, released a heartfelt message, extending his …
President patrice talon bids farewell to the beninese nation Read More
Chad Tabaski in N’Djamena: vibrant markets and rising prices ahead of celebrations As Tabaski approaches, N’Djamena buzzes with activity—markets overflow with shoppers, and streets clog with traffic, despite soaring prices. …
Tabaski in N’Djamena: vibrant markets and rising prices ahead of celebrations Read More
Pape Malick Ndour, who previously served as the Minister of Youth under former President Macky Sall, is currently facing legal proceedings in Senegal. A prominent member of the Alliance for …
Senegal: former minister Pape Malick Ndour faces judicial inquiry Read More
As Bénin approaches a pivotal moment in its recent political narrative, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, the Deputy Secretary-General and government spokesperson, has addressed the impending transition of his role. With President …
Bénin: houngbédji’s parting call for national honor Read More
PSG close in on Julian Alvarez amid Barcelona’s Lewandowski exit As the summer transfer window heats up, Paris Saint-Germain are preparing to make a bold move for Julian Alvarez, the …
PSG set to secure Julian Alvarez transfer from Barcelona this summer Read More
President faye issues firm directives to prime minister sonko and Senegal’s government Par Suivre During a Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye …
President faye issues firm directives to prime minister sonko and Senegal’s government Read More
Souleymane Ag Anara Journalist covering conflict zones Matthieu Millecamps Political editor Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) Iyad Ag Ghaly Assimi Goïta Deep in Mali’s northern expanse, the city of …
Inside Mali’s rebel stronghold: the ongoing conflict in Kidal Read More