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Professor Maouloud assumes leadership of Mauritania’s largest opposition coalition against a backdrop of unprecedented public mobilization. A massive rally in Nouakchott drew tens of thousands of citizens, underscoring growing public …
Mauritania’s new opposition coalition leader faces urgent national challenges Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has issued a clear directive to relevant ministers, urging them to implement all essential measures to avert potential flooding ahead of the upcoming rainy season. During …
Ousmane Sonko’s urgent plan for flood prevention in Senegal Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko recently addressed critical matters concerning flood prevention and management during a Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. He commenced by commending the …
Prime minister ousmane sonko urges updated communal flood plans in Senegal Read More
The Prime Minister has issued a directive to relevant ministries, urging them to implement essential measures for flood prevention ahead of the impending rainy season in Senegal. This proactive stance …
Ousmane sonko mandates flood preparedness for Senegal Read More
In Côte d’Ivoire, a new wave of green entrepreneurs is reshaping the economic landscape by turning sustainable innovation into viable careers. From urban farming to insect-based protein production and carbon …
Pioneering green economy in Côte d’Ivoire Read More
Sénégal: Guy Marius Sagna questions the president’s national dialogue objectives Deputy Guy Marius Sagna has voiced strong reservations regarding the structure of President Diomaye’s “Dialogue national,” challenging its legal foundation …
Guy Marius Sagna questions Senegal’s national dialogue framework Read More
Malian opposition figure’s son vanishes after father’s abduction, lawyers raise alarm A wave of apprehension sweeps across Mali following the disappearance of the son of prominent opposition figure Mountaga Tall, …
Malian opposition figure’s son vanishes after father’s abduction, lawyers raise alarm Read More
Ligue 1 Barrages Nice vs Saint-Étienne Nice faces harsh penalty ahead of crucial relegation playoffs The road to survival just got a lot steeper for OGC Nice. The LFP disciplinary …
Nice faces harsh penalty ahead of crucial relegation playoffs Read More
Senegal is grappling with severe financial challenges, exacerbated by the lingering issue of ‘hidden debt’, which has cast a shadow over public finance management for nearly two years. Authorities are …
Facing financial strain: Macron’s pledge to Senegal’s president Read More
Two civilians from Zemio, Antoine Zogonimbou and Mboliloungoule, were reportedly abducted by unidentified armed men before being subjected to severe torture at the Berengo detention facility. After days of brutal …
Central african republic mercenaries accused of abducting and torturing civilians in bangui Read More
The political landscape of the Central African Republic has dramatically shifted following intense pressure from Russian mercenaries, leading to the unexpected resignation of Ahmat Chaltout as the new Chief of …
Central African Republic’s military leadership shifts under Russian mercenary pressure Read More
Persistent gaps in women’s political representation Despite being hailed as a beacon of democracy in Africa, Senegal continues to grapple with significant challenges in gender representation within its decision-making bodies. …
Sénégal: women’s leadership still faces major hurdles in politics Read More