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The Social Democratic Front (SDF) has launched a bold initiative to reclaim the city of Bamenda, a key urban center in Cameroon’s North West region. Joshua Osih, the SDF’s national …
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The African Development Bank’s (AfDB) portfolio in Gabon, valued at a substantial $658.6 million, continues to face significant execution delays. Despite recent improvements in some performance indicators, a persistent gap …
Gabon’s african development bank portfolio: tackling execution delays Read More
The Lionesses of Teranga saw their hopes for a quarter-final berth vanish after a 0-0 draw against Morocco in the final group-stage match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of …
Senegal falls to Morocco in can 2026 women’s final group stage Read More
One in Five Sahel Inhabitants Faced Hunger in 2025 In 2025, nearly 20% of Sahel residents endured food insecurity, a figure that has risen sharply over the past 15 years. …
One in five people in Sahel faced hunger in 2025 Read More
As Union Saint-Gilloise prepares to face Bodo/Glimt in the third qualifying round of the Champions League on Tuesday at 20:00, Norwegian manager Kjetil Knutsen has outlined his team’s strategy. Speaking …
Bodo/Glimt coach targets match control against Union in Champions League clash Read More
Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Résumer Pastef Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye Macky Sall Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains In a surprising turn for Senegal’s dynamic political landscape, two …
Senegal’s unexpected political alignment: Pastef and APR stand united against transhumance Read More
hundreds displaced in Niger after terror attacks near Benin border Several hundred civilians have been uprooted in Niger’s southwestern region following a wave of terror attacks that struck villages in …
Hundreds displaced in Niger after terror attacks near Benin border Read More
Publié aujourd’hui à 15h34 Lecture : 2 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Damien Glez Dessinateur et éditorialiste franco-burkinabè. By Nicolas Biyong — Political and economic news
RDC : l’évasion de Luebo, symptôme d’un système carcéral largement défaillant Read More
Behind the official narratives of benevolence and poverty alleviation, the recent burglary at the MATW NGO headquarters in Kpogan sharply highlights a troubling reality: the proliferation of charitable structures operating …
Financial opacity in Togo’s humanitarian sector: an avenue for regime evasion Read More
In a powerful appeal for national cohesion, Serigne Modou Kara Mbacké has called on Senegal’s top leaders to set aside personal differences and prioritize the country’s collective well-being. Speaking from …
Religious leader urges senegalese leaders to reconcile for national unity Read More
The Contrast Between Official Narratives and Economic Reality As Lomé’s political elite touts the transition to a Fifth Republic tailored to their interests, the economic landscape tells a far grimmer …
Togo’s financial struggles under Faure Gnassingbé’s rule Read More
The diplomatic landscape in West Africa is witnessing renewed friction as old sensitivities resurface during high-level talks in Dakar. At the heart of the discussions lies the decades-long dispute over …
Diplomatic tensions over western Sahara resurface in Dakar Read More