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During his questioning sessions, prominent political figure Ndiaga Seck addressed his relationship with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, firmly denying any entanglement in personal affairs. With a definitive statement in Wolof, …
Ndiaga Seck clears the air on private matters amid ongoing legal proceedings Read More
The Senegalese government will not cover travel expenses for supporters heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, announced Sports Minister Khady Diène Gaye. Fans must now …
Senegal fans to fund own world cup 2026 trip to united states Read More
At the launch of the third edition of the Biashara Afrika forum in Lomé on Monday, Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé challenged African governments and business leaders to move beyond declarations …
Faure Gnassingbé urges faster African economic integration at Biashara Afrika 2026 Read More
Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi urges caution as Chelsea clash looms Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has issued a stark reminder to his players, insisting that their Premier League …
De Zerbi warns Tottenham: fight continues for Premier League survival Read More
The Chief Clerk of the Zemio Court has vanished without a trace, with family members and colleagues suspecting involvement by Russian mercenaries operating in the region. Since the alleged abduction, …
Missing chief court clerk of zemio after alleged russian mercenary abduction Read More
In a shocking turn of events in the Bamingui-Bangoran region, a joint operation involving alleged Russian mercenaries and Central African Armed Forces (FACA) has escalated into accusations of large-scale cattle …
Mercenaries and national forces accused of cattle theft in northern Central African Republic Read More
The Nigerien military command’s recent decision to split Operation Garkoi into two new tactical headquarters—Operation Akarasse along the Algerian border and Operation Klafoki along the Chadian border—has sparked intense debate …
Niger military splits forces amid rising security threats and financial strain Read More
In a discreet yet significant diplomatic move, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahoua Don Mello, concluded a high-profile working visit to Moscow earlier this month. The trip, shrouded in …
Côte d’Ivoire’s Ahoua Don Mello makes diplomatic visit to Moscow Read More
As Burkina Faso news today reveals a nation grappling with an escalating and unprecedented humanitarian and security crisis, the recent priorities of its transitional government have sparked considerable scrutiny. The …
The chasm between Burkina Faso’s security crisis and its leadership’s focus Read More
Ligue 1 showdown in Nantes ends in chaos: what’s next for both clubs? key takeaways The highly anticipated Ligue 1 clash between Nantes and Toulouse was abandoned just 22 minutes …
Ligue 1 nantes toulouse aftermath of pitch invasion incidents and disciplinary decision timeline Read More
Abagana, the first giraffe born in Niger’s Gadabedji Biosphere Reserve, has died far too soon. The young animal succumbed to a sudden illness on May 16, 2026, after veterinarians were …
Giraffe gadabedji Niger dies prematurely Read More
Can Arsenal secure the Premier League title? That question takes center stage on Monday, May 18, when the Gunners host Burnley in a pivotal 37th-round match. The Emirates Stadium showdown …
Arsenal vs Burnley: how to watch the Premier League clash and time details Read More