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The Argentine government has formally requested Morocco’s support for Rafael Grossi’s candidacy to succeed António Guterres as United Nations Secretary-General. This diplomatic overture was made during the eighth session of …
Argentina seeks Morocco’s backing for Rafael Grossi’s un leadership bid Read More
In an effort to enhance fiscal responsibility, Nigerien authorities have approved the elimination of multiple administrative units directly linked to the Office of the President and the Prime Minister’s Cabinet. …
Niger implements cost-cutting measures to streamline state expenditures Read More
The Kingdom of Morocco and the Argentine Republic have reaffirmed the strength of their bilateral economic partnership and shared political perspectives on key regional and global issues during the eighth …
Maroc argentina strengthen economic ties at joint commission meeting Read More
The Mobile Brigade for Economic Control and Fraud Repression (BMCRF) has intensified its efforts to curb the unjustified surge in cement prices plaguing Burkina Faso’s construction sector. The authority is …
Burkina Faso tackles cement price surge with strict controls Read More
The capital city of Mali, Bamako, is gripped by palpable unease following the release of a new video by the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM) on the evening …
Escalating tensions in Bamako after JNIM video release Read More
The economic heartbeat of Togo is facing imminent disruption as labor unrest looms over the Autonomous Port of Lomé (PAL). The Port Autonome de Lomé workers’ union has issued a …
Togo port Lomé strike threat halts regional trade Read More
The Gabonese Republic is embarking on a historic journey toward post-oil industrial self-sufficiency. Under the leadership of President General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Kobé-Kobé deep-water …
Gabon launches mega port project Kobé-Kobé for industrial revival Read More
Polisario’s military disadvantage in face of Morocco’s advances June 11, 2026 – 06:00 – Morocco The Polisario Front continues to pursue dialogue with Morocco despite the loss of a key …
Polisario’s military disadvantage in face of Morocco’s advances Read More
Expanding reach through strategic investments Yas Togo has taken a significant step toward strengthening its nationwide distribution network by officially handing over six new vehicles to key wholesale partners. The …
Yas Togo boosts distribution network with six new vehicles Read More
The Sahel’s shifting security landscape Recent military developments in northern Mali have exposed a sophisticated transnational supply network linking southern Libya to the region, with the Nigerien border serving as …
Mali rebels use libyan bases to advance toward Kidal Read More
Niamey, June 10, 2026 – Niger is taking bold steps to elevate its profile on the global stage. In a strategic move, Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, Chairman of the National …
Niger promotes Nafissatou Idé Sadou’s bid for un women’s rights committee Read More
The Republic of Benin continues to defy continental norms regarding state prestige expenditures, particularly in the realm of presidential aviation. While many African governments view the ownership of executive aircraft …
Benin’s asset-light governance: a pragmatic shift in public spending Read More