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The rising cost of mobile data in Mali is sparking frustration among users and digital sector observers across West Africa. A subscriber in Bamako receives a fraction of the data …
Mali telecom costs skyrocket compared to Senegal Read More
Will Cameroon’s federalist ambitions regain momentum? The question of whether Cameroon can revert to a federal system has resurfaced as political and social pressures mount. Years after adopting a unitary …
Can Cameroon shift back to a federal system Read More
The Ivorian Cashew Processors Group (GTCI), representing national processors handling 100,000 metric tons of raw cashew nuts annually, has praised the landmark financing agreement signed on June 11, 2026. This …
Ivoirian cashew industry gains boost with new financing deal for processors Read More
West African pharmaceutical sovereignty taking shape in Lomé Lomé, August 12, 2026 — The future of West Africa’s healthcare hangs in the balance between reliance on imported medications and the …
West african pharmaceutical sovereignty taking shape in Lomé Read More
Maghnes Akliouche found himself in uncharted territory on a Wednesday night, just days after his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain was finalized. The young French international, who had recently completed a …
Akliouche’s unexpected PSG debut: Enrique’s bold move shakes up the squad Read More
High-risk classification for Lyon’s Champions League playoff against Fenerbahçe Football Champions League Fenerbahçe supporters expected to create a vibrant atmosphere at Groupama Stadium Lyon’s Groupama Stadium is set to host …
Lyon faces high-risk champions league playoff against fenerbahçe Read More
Provincial leader detained in N’Djamena following legal complaint The president of the Borkou Provincial Council, Ahmat Bedei Toullomi, was taken into custody late Thursday afternoon in N’Djamena and brought to …
Tchad: provincial president arrested in N’Djamena over defamation charges Read More
After ten days on the road, a team of twenty members from Motards du Faso triumphantly concluded their 2026 Grand Regional Tour in Ouagadougou. The journey, which spanned approximately 3,000 …
Motard du Faso completes 3000 km regional tour promoting road safety Read More
Gabon advances prison security modernization with new administrative hub The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, officially commissioned the new annex building of the Chief Command of the Penitentiary …
Gabon inaugurates new prison security headquarters building Read More
Bénin unveils vision 2026-2033 government action plan for september political rollout The finalization of the Government Action Plan (PAG) for the 2026-2033 seven-year term is nearing completion, with an official …
Benin unveils vision 2026-2033 government action plan Read More
The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) remains committed to launching the Eco, a proposed regional currency, by 2027. However, the economic disparities across member states suggest an uneven …
Bénin leads the way in West African Eco integration plans Read More
The small coastal nation of Benin is emerging as a new hotspot in West Africa’s tourism sector, thanks to bold government investments in culture, heritage sites, and luxury accommodations. With …
Benin’s tourism boom: how investments are drawing visitors from across west africa Read More