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As Bénin approaches a pivotal moment in its recent political narrative, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, the Deputy Secretary-General and government spokesperson, has addressed the impending transition of his role. With President …
Bénin: houngbédji’s parting call for national honor Read More
Intense security measures are in place today at the Supreme Court of N’Djamena, with deployment of National Guard units, gendarmerie, and police forces surrounding the premises. Access to the court …
High security trial of succès masra at N’Djamena supreme court Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has sounded the alarm regarding the critical condition of markets across Senegal, drawing attention to the advanced state of decay affecting numerous commercial facilities built as …
Senegal’s prime minister unveils ambitious market modernization strategy Read More
As Bénin anticipates the swearing-in of President-elect Romuald Wadagni this Sunday, May 24, 2026, outgoing President Patrice Talon has addressed the nation. Having completed his two constitutional terms, a period …
Bénin’s presidential transition: talon bids farewell, wadagni prepares for leadership Read More
The trial of Chadian opposition figure Succès Masra commenced today at the Supreme Court, marked by stringent security measures and an unusual absence. The proceedings unfolded in a confined courtroom, …
High-security trial begins for chadian opposition leader succèss masra Read More
As Tabaski approaches, Bamako is bustling with sheep, filling markets and street corners. The sudden abundance marks a shift from earlier shortages caused by blockades linked to extremist threats. Livestock …
Malian military secures livestock transport ahead of tabaski in Bamako Read More
In Geneva on May 19, 2026, during the 79th World Health Assembly, Pierre N’Gou Dimba, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Health, Public Hygiene, and Universal Health Coverage, underscored the nation’s unwavering …
Côte d’Ivoire reinforces nutrition as key pillar for health and social progress Read More
President faye issues firm directives to prime minister sonko and Senegal’s government Par Suivre During a Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye …
President faye issues firm directives to prime minister sonko and Senegal’s government Read More
mounting concern in Mali as mountaga tall’s son vanishes after father’s abduction Actus. Anxiety is escalating across Mali following the disappearance of prominent opposition figure and lawyer Mountaga Tall, alongside …
Mounting concern in Mali as mountaga tall’s son vanishes after father’s abduction Read More
Souleymane Ag Anara Journalist covering conflict zones Matthieu Millecamps Political editor Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) Iyad Ag Ghaly Assimi Goïta Deep in Mali’s northern expanse, the city of …
Inside Mali’s rebel stronghold: the ongoing conflict in Kidal Read More
Professor Maouloud assumes leadership of Mauritania’s largest opposition coalition against a backdrop of unprecedented public mobilization. A massive rally in Nouakchott drew tens of thousands of citizens, underscoring growing public …
Mauritania’s new opposition coalition leader faces urgent national challenges Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko brought the critical issue of market management to the forefront during the Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. He observed that Senegal’s commercial …
Senegal’s prime minister sonko outlines urgent market modernization plan Read More