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In the midst of Burkina Faso’s unparalleled security and humanitarian crisis, a scandal involving the theft of a staggering sum of cash has sent shockwaves through the military’s highest ranks. …
Burkina Faso scandal rocks military leadership as defense minister’s cash vanishes Read More
Foot, Premier League, Tottenham Following Tuesday’s 1-2 defeat to Chelsea, Tottenham’s head coach Roberto De Zerbi declared the upcoming Sunday fixture against Everton, a pivotal match for their Premier League …
Tottenham’s premier league survival: de zerbi calls everton clash ‘more important than a trophy’ Read More
The Nigerien military leadership has escalated its campaign against Western influence by terminating the decades-old uranium mining concession in Arlit—a move celebrated as a victory for national sovereignty but fraught …
Niger’s junta gambles with uranium sector amid sovereignty claims Read More
Chad stands at a pivotal moment in its economic transition, as the government pushes forward with the « Tchad Connexion 2030 » initiative—a bold blueprint designed to wean the nation …
Chad’s economic transition: navigating structural hurdles on the path to 2030 Read More
The presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire unfolded under heavy security and heightened tensions, yet concluded without major disturbances, according to early reports from polling stations nationwide. Voters cast their ballots …
Ivory coast presidential vote held amid tight security Read More
The Republic of Niger has formally announced the establishment of the Timersoï Uranium Mining Company (TSUMCO), a new state-owned entity set to assume control of the Arlit uranium mining operations …
Niger launches tsumco to take over arlit uranium mines from orano Read More
Foot, Premier League De Zerbi: Tottenham’s premier league survival clash against Everton ‘more significant than a trophy’ Following a recent 1-2 defeat to Chelsea this Tuesday, Tottenham’s head coach, Roberto …
De Zerbi: Tottenham’s premier league survival clash against Everton ‘more significant than a trophy’ Read More
The long-standing dispute between Niger and Chinese oil partners has finally reached a resolution. Niamey has officially closed negotiations with companies involved in upstream oil production and the pipeline transporting …
Niger secures oil deal with China after months of tensions Read More
The U.S. Embassy in Bamako has urged American citizens in Mali’s capital to exercise extreme caution when traveling, warning of potential delays and disruptions due to intensified security operations around …
Us embassy in Bamako issues travel advisory amid heightened security measures Read More
Senegal defense: President Bassirou Diomaye appoints Brigadier General Pape Cissé as new Air Force chief Under a presidential decree issued on May 1, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye has appointed Brigadier …
Senegal defense update: president diomaye appoints new air force chief Read More
Senegal athletes’ bonuses delay sparks political debate 120 days after continental triumph Dakar — The unresolved issue of post-CAN bonuses for civil servants in Senegal’s Ministry of Sports has reignited …
Senegal faces scrutiny over delayed sports ministry bonuses after CAN victory Read More
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko set for crucial parliamentary engagement The Speaker of the National Assembly, El Malick Ndiaye, has confirmed that Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his cabinet will …
Senegal pm sonko to face lawmakers in key parliamentary session Read More