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Abagana, the first giraffe born in Niger’s Gadabedji Biosphere Reserve, has died far too soon. The young animal succumbed to a sudden illness on May 16, 2026, after veterinarians were …
Giraffe gadabedji Niger dies prematurely Read More
Across Chad’s bustling cities, a new wave of entrepreneurship is reshaping daily life. Women balance trays overflowing with fresh mangoes, golden fried snacks, and vibrant fabric bundles as they navigate …
Tchad: street vendors rise while children pay the price Read More
“If the Russian mercenaries depart, we will return home,” declares Mosso*, a Malian refugee in Mauritania, articulating a fragile hope for repatriation. This sentiment follows significant assaults in late April …
Malian refugees in Mauritania: between fragile hope and new exodus fears Read More
The 7th annual ID4Africa General Assembly is set to take place in Abidjan from May 12 to 15, 2026, at the Parc des Expositions de Port-Bouët. This year’s theme, “Digital …
ID4Africa 2026: Abidjan hosts Africa’s digital identity leaders Read More
Refugee women in Chad confront violence and inadequate healthcare Chad is grappling with a mounting humanitarian crisis as over 1.3 million displaced individuals—predominantly women and children—seek refuge in a nation …
Refugee women in Chad face violence and healthcare shortages Read More
From May 4 to 10, 2026, Burkina Faso experienced a week brimming with pivotal moments across culture, security, economy, diplomacy, and governance. Here’s a detailed recap of the most significant …
Burkina Faso’s key events: culture, security and economy in may 2026 Read More
In the bustling neighborhoods of N’Djamena and smaller towns across Chad, a growing number of young women in their twenties are grappling with the heartbreaking reality of recurrent miscarriages. This …
Repeated miscarriages in young mothers in Chad: silent struggles and solutions Read More
Emerging from humble origins and facing life’s hardships early on, Babily Dembélé has steadily established himself as a prominent, multifaceted figure within Côte d’Ivoire. As an architect, politician, entrepreneur, and …
Babily dembélé: a compelling journey of resilience and impact in Côte d’Ivoire Read More
Mali U17 team lands in Rabat ahead of CAN Morocco 2026 The Mali U17 national team has arrived in Rabat, Morocco, following a preparatory camp in Casablanca from May 4 …
Mali u17 team gears up for can Morocco 2026 Read More
The head coach of the Sénégal national team, Pape Thiaw, is set to reveal the internal story of his debut Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) campaign. Through a captivating documentary …
Pape Thiaw unveils “L’Antre du Lion” documentary about his first CAN with Sénégal Read More
Addressing the diplomatic community in Bamako, Mali’s Foreign Minister, Abdoulaye Diop, firmly rejected calls from certain local political factions for negotiations with the jihadist groups controlling parts of the …
Mali’s dire humanitarian crisis: blockaded populations face famine as government rejects dialogue Read More
The Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala has been chosen by the Confédération africaine de football to oversee the first leg of the Ligue des champions final between Mamelodi Sundowns and AS …
Jean-Jacques Ndala to lead the CAF Champions League final officiating team Read More