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Rabat recently hosted the Morocco-India Economic Forum 2026, a pivotal event initiated by the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra (CCISRSK). This significant gathering was organized in close …
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Crédit photo, AFP via Getty Images The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group, reportedly backed by Rwanda, have reached an agreement on a …
Drc government and m23 rebels agree on peace talks roadmap Read More
General Abdourahamane Tiani has recently inaugurated a training camp for over 300 young Nigeriens. Marketed as a civic engagement and national rebirth initiative, the program draws inspiration from the Burkinabè …
Niger’s youth initiative: patriotism or creeping militarization? Read More
Deputy Thierno Alassane Sall asserts that a confidential document, dated August 26, 2024, and bearing the signature of former Energy Minister Birame Souleye Diop, unequivocally exposes a significant breakdown at …
Aser scandal: thierno alassane sall challenges state narrative, implicates prime minister sonko Read More
Serigne Habib Sy has formally declared his allegiance to Pastef, the political party led by Ousmane Sonko. This announcement was made during a recent meeting in Diaksao, where Sy expressed …
Serigne Habib Sy publicly aligns with Pastef in Tivaouane Read More
A recent official announcement from Russian diplomats in Ouagadougou confirmed the delivery of over 500 tonnes of humanitarian assistance to Burkina Faso, valued at an estimated 942,500 US dollars. The …
Unpacking the true cost of Burkina Faso’s new alliances: food aid and mineral wealth Read More
Politique Gabon: president oligui nguema inspects franceville projects Libreville, Sunday, August 23, 2026 – Even during a private visit, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema prioritized on-the-ground assessment over remote oversight. …
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Renowned West African musical icon, Baaba Maal, recently stood as a powerful representative for Senegal and the broader African continent at a significant United Nations (UN) platform held in Ulaanbaatar, …
Baaba Maal amplifies Senegal’s voice at the un forum Read More
The Committee for the Evaluation of Public Policies (CEPP) is tasked with structuring, directing, and monitoring parliamentary assessments of public policies. Its primary goal is to enhance the oversight of …
Ousmane Sonko assumes key leadership role in new parliamentary oversight body Read More
Sénégal’s political landscape is frequently swayed by its prominent figures, who often adjust their stances and rhetoric to suit evolving circumstances and immediate interests, effectively holding the populace captive to …
The shifting political relationship between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré in Sénégal Read More
Gabon’s commitment to a disciplined transition in Guinea-Bissau Libreville, August 20, 2026 – The message emanating from Libreville now extends beyond mere solidarity between two African nations. During the celebrations …
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Amadou Ba unveils sonko-touré phone call details The deputy alleges that the former Prime Minister made highly critical comments about Bassirou Diomaye Faye during this crucial conversation. During a recent …
Amadou Ba unveils sonko-touré phone call details Read More