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A recent proposal by a Burkinabè movement to establish an “embassy for extraterrestrials” in a bid to bolster national sovereignty has ignited considerable discussion across the nation. This initiative, widely …
Burkina Faso’s alien embassy plan ignites public debate Read More
On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the Beninese government officially inaugurated a groundbreaking initiative. This innovative program integrates artificial intelligence, geospatial mapping, and advanced spraying drones to eliminate malaria mosquito breeding …
Benin’s high-tech drone offensive targets malaria larvae in pilot areas Read More
The Senegalese Democratic Party (PDS), led by Karim Wade, has taken a firm stance on the upcoming constitutional referendum, calling on citizens to vote ‘No’ and raising serious concerns about …
Senegal constitutional reform: PDS urges voters to reject changes and warns of Sonko’s agenda Read More
Gabon has taken a decisive step toward modernizing its national security framework with the adoption of a new five-year law by the Council of Ministers. The 2026-2030 Security Programming Law …
Gabon’s new security law aims for police transformation by 2030 Read More
In a significant move to bolster national connectivity, Morocco and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have finalized financing agreements totaling 365 million euros. Signed in Rabat, these funds are specifically …
Morocco secures 365 million euros from EIB to modernize transport infrastructure Read More
Mgr Fulgence Muteba, archevêque de Lubumbashi Politics Wednesday July 1, 2026 – 09:25 As the Democratic Republic of Congo commemorated its 66th anniversary of independence, Mgr Fulgence Muteba Mugalu, the …
Archbishop muteba’s urgent call for unity as dr Congo marks 66 years of independence Read More
Gabon has embarked on a significant overhaul of its public utility services by formally dividing the management of water and electricity. On June 25, 2026, the Council of Ministers approved …
Gabon’s utility sector transformation: separating water and electricity services Read More
A sense of stability is returning to the Libreville City Hall. Council members recently convened in the Jean-Félix Lassy hall for an ordinary session dedicated to evaluating and approving the …
Libreville municipal council confirms surplus in 2025 administrative accounts Read More
Breaking News Santé: Ebola : deux morts dont un policier dans l’attaque d’un centre de traitement à Nia-Nia (Ituri), des patients en fuite ⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Est de la RDC : …
Est de la RDC : l’AFC/M23 continue de bénéficier de l’appui de plus de 10 000 militaires de l’armée rwandaise, sans signe de retrait significatif, selon un rapport de l’ONU Read More
Breaking News Sécurité: Est de la RDC : l’AFC/M23 continue de bénéficier de l’appui de plus de 10 000 militaires de l’armée rwandaise, sans signe de retrait significatif, selon un …
UN report identifies afc/m23 as primary human rights violator in eastern drc Read More
A solemn ceremony took place on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 at the Cotonou Air Base to mark the departure of Air Army General Bertin Bada from active duty. Military honours, …
Benin: general Bertin Bada retires after 43 years of service Read More