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The Tillabéri region of Niger has once again witnessed armed violence. On Friday, 12 June 2026, around 7 a.m., the village of Goungo Koré in the commune of Ayorou was …
Deadly attack in Niger’s Ayorou leaves two dead, one kidnapped Read More
On June 15, 2026, Rwanda‘s President Paul Kagame arrived in Lomé for a high-stakes working visit that transcends standard diplomatic protocol. While official handshakes and photo opportunities marked the occasion, …
Rwanda’s Kagame advances African aviation unity in Lomé talks Read More
Tchad validation of AMGT strategic documents boosts N’Djamena’s development The official launch of the validation workshop for the strategic documents of the Municipal Agency for Major Works (AMGT) marked a …
Tchad validation of AMGT strategic documents boosts N’Djamena’s development Read More
A Friendship Under Scrutiny A swirling controversy has erupted in recent days, stemming from a letter that surfaced on social media. The correspondence, penned by lawyer and essayist Juan Branco, …
The leaked letter from Branco to Sonko ignites controversy Read More
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced a staff-level agreement with the authorities in Niger, paving the way for an upcoming disbursement of 26.3 million dollars, approximately 17.8 billion FCFA. …
Niger to receive nearly 18 billion FCFA following staff-level agreement with the IMF Read More
Gabon’s parliament assumes a central role in the new republic Libreville – A pivotal institutional turning point in Gabon’s political history was marked on Monday, June 15, 2026. For the …
Gabon’s parliament assumes a central role in the new republic Read More
The security landscape in northern Mali has deteriorated sharply in recent weeks. The Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a separatist armed group, has escalated its mobilization campaign, issuing urgent …
FLA steps up mobilization ahead of major offensive in northern Mali Read More
Senegal’s top diplomat is stepping up efforts to build stronger diplomatic bridges with the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). Cheikh Niang, who holds the dual portfolio of Minister of Foreign …
Senegal’s foreign minister pushes for stronger ties with the AES alliance Read More
Rwandan President Paul Kagame is scheduled to arrive in Lomé on Monday, June 15, 2026, for a high-level working visit aimed at deepening diplomatic engagement between Rwanda and Togo. The …
Rwanda’s Kagame visits Togo to strengthen diplomatic ties Read More
Mali’s armed forces eliminate high-ranking jihadist leader in precision drone strike Mali’s military command has confirmed the neutralization of a prominent jihadist figure linked to the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal …
Mali strikes key jihadist leader in drone strike, military reports Read More
New policy offers return pathway for Burkinabè nationals abroad The President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has delivered a decisive statement regarding the return of Burkinabè citizens currently living in …
Burkina Faso opens doors to exiles with conditions for justice Read More
The Libreville city council has launched a digital initiative to streamline the collection of commercial taxes at the Mont-Bouët market, a vital hub for Gabon’s informal economy. This municipal-level innovation …
Libreville introduces mobile tax payments at Mont-Bouët market Read More