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President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has announced his intention to put the proposed constitutional revision to a referendum, should it be approved by parliament. The reform, championed by the ruling majority, …
Senegal’s constitutional reform set for referendum vote Read More
As of 29 June 2026, the construction of access roads to the bridge over the Nyong River at Malombo in the Nyong-et-Kellé department is in its final stages. Following the …
Malombo bridge approaches near completion in Nyong-et-Kellé Read More
Dozens of students were taken during a raid by Boko Haram insurgents on a secondary school in Lassa, Borno State, northeastern Nigeria, according to local authorities. The assault began early …
Boko haram abducts dozens of students in northeast Nigeria attack Read More
Luther Meka denounces Mamadou Mota’s French as a massacre of the language André Luther Meka, spokesperson for the Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (Rdpc), voiced strong displeasure over the linguistic proficiency …
Luther Meka denounces Mamadou Mota’s French as a massacre of the language Read More
The European Union and Bénin are reinforcing their collaboration across economic growth, security, and sustainability. On 24 June 2026 in Brussels, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with …
Bénin and EU deepen cooperation for sustainable development and security Read More
An independent inquiry commission from the United Nations disclosed alarming information in Geneva, detailing acts of “exceptional gravity” occurring in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). …
UN commission highlights severe violence in eastern DR Congo Read More
Gabon is hosting the second-cycle evaluation mission of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) in Libreville since June 29. Over three days, international experts, Gabonese authorities, and national institutions …
Gabon hosts un anti-corruption evaluation to strengthen governance Read More
Endeavour Mining, which produces over a quarter of Côte d’Ivoire’s national gold output, officially released its first country impact report for 2021–2025 on 29 June 2026 in Abidjan. The report …
Endeavour Mining contributed 1710 billion FCFA to Côte d’Ivoire economy over five years Read More
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo is actively engaging with a private company to create a formidable 20,000-strong mining guard unit. This specialized force is intended to secure …
Democratic Republic of Congo launches specialized unit for mine security Read More
With the onset of each rainy season, a familiar and distressing pattern re-emerges across Togo. Roads become impassable, neighborhoods are submerged, homes are inundated, and families are left to contend …
Togo’s recurring floods and economic struggles intensify calls for governance reform Read More
Paris Saint-Germain is gearing up for a bustling transfer period, with activity expected in both arrivals and departures. The capital club is notably preparing for the departure of Kang-In Lee. …
Kang-In Lee’s €30m move from PSG to Atlético de Madrid gains momentum Read MoreAbidjan, June 30, 2026 – Endeavour Mining, a prominent player in the gold sector, has announced a substantial financial contribution of 1,710 billion FCFA to the Ivorian economy between 2021 …
Endeavour mining injects significant capital into Côte d’Ivoire’s economy, fostering widespread development Read More