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A significant debate is currently unfolding in Gabon concerning recently introduced regulations governing social media usage. The controversy escalated following the publication of a decree outlining these new rules, originally …
Gabon’s new social media decree: banning pseudonyms sparks national debate Read More
In a significant political gesture, Benin’s opposition party, Les Démocrates, extended its congratulations to the newly elected presidential duo of Romuald Wadagni and Mariam Chabi Talata following the April 2026 …
Benin 2026 election: opposition party ‘les démocrates’ congratulates wadagni-talata duo Read More
Nearly two weeks after Faustin Archange Touadéra was sworn in to lead the Central African Republic’s seventh republic, former prime minister and MLPC leader Martin Ziguélé has voiced his concerns. …
Central african republic’s political crisis sparks urgent call for dialogue and reform Read More
fc barcelona’s champions league journey ends in the quarter-finals despite a valiant 2-1 away victory against atlético de madrid. the catalans, trailing 2-0 from the first leg, couldn’t complete the …
Champions league: barcelona ousted by atlético despite comeback attempt Read More
French President welcomed Mauritania’s President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani at the Élysée Palace in Paris this Wednesday. With the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi just one month away—scheduled for …
Mauritanian president’s state visit to France strengthens bilateral ties Read More
The President of France welcomed Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, to the Élysée Palace this Wednesday for a significant state visit. With just one month remaining until …
Mauritanian president’s state visit to France strengthens bilateral ties Read More
As dawn breaks over the announcement of provisional results by Benin’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENA), the country witnesses a pivotal moment in its political history. Romuald Wadagni, once a …
Benin’s romuald wadagni elected president in smooth democratic handover Read More
The CAN 2025 final continues to fuel intense debate. Following the controversial ruling by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) appeal jury on March 17, which awarded Morocco a 3-0 …
Senegal-Morocco football dispute: can 2025 final and fan appeal Read More
Scrutin after scrutin, the pattern repeats across West Africa: presidential elections are becoming faits accomplis before campaign posters even hit the streets. The latest examples came in quick succession in …
Soaring election fees lock out opposition in west african polls Read More
As Benin concluded its presidential election on Sunday, April 12, 2026, one thing became clear: the nation defied the grim forecasts that loomed over the polls. Amid a West African …
Benin’s presidential election 2026: how Patrice Talon secured a peaceful vote amid regional turmoil Read More
The **CAN 2025 final** continues to ignite debate, nearly three months after the initial match. On January 18, in Rabat, **Senegal** had secured a 1-0 victory against **Morocco** following extra …
The ongoing CAN 2025 final dispute: Senegal challenges Morocco’s awarded victory Read More
As the sun rose this morning, over 17,000 polling stations across the Republic of Benin officially opened their doors at 7:00 AM. A remarkable eight million eligible voters are anticipated …
Benin’s 2026 election: ushering in a new era of leadership Read More