Le Monde Afrique

In an unprecedented move, the city of Bordeaux has taken a decisive step toward addressing colonial-era cultural restitution by rejecting a bequest of 53 artworks from multiple African countries, including …

Bordeaux sets legal precedent for gabonese art restitution Read More

Across Africa, escalating debt obligations have reached a critical juncture. Between 2021 and 2023, debt repayments outpaced education spending for the first time ever. By 2024, nearly 18% of public …

Bénin’s bold move: turning sovereign debt into a strategic asset Read More

Leader Pays Back Emotional Tribute to Beloved Spiritual Guide The president of Senegal’s Pastef party, Ousmane Sonko, expressed profound sorrow following the passing of Serigne Cheikh Saliou Mbacké, a revered …

Senegalese politician mourns spiritual leader serigne cheikh saliou mbacke Read More

At the age of a century, Me Abdoulaye Wade remains a towering figure in Senegalese politics. This Friday, May 29, 2026, marks the centenary of his birth—a milestone celebrated by …

Ousmane sonko honors abdoulaye wade at 100 years old Read More

In the bustling neighborhoods of N’Djamena, a disturbing trend has taken root. Street vendors push carts overflowing with scrap metal, shouting a phrase that has become synonymous with a growing …

N’Djamena faces the hidden danger of ‘hadid kilo’ child exploitation Read More

Displaced families struggle with Tabaski celebrations in Bamako In Bamako, families displaced from the Faladiè market are preparing for Tabaski under harsh conditions, months after the site was evacuated. The …

Tabaski celebrations marred by displacement in Bamako Read More

Chad N’Djamena tackles urban chaos amid persistent poverty In N’Djamena, addressing urban disorder highlights a critical challenge: combating deep-rooted poverty to prevent ineffective, short-lived crackdowns. N’Djamena’s municipal authorities have made …

N’Djamena tackles urban chaos amid persistent poverty Read More

An extraordinary account has emerged from Joseph Figueira, the Belgo-Portuguese researcher detained in the Central African Republic two years ago. His harrowing experience, marked by uncertainty and severe hardship, unfolded …

Joseph figueira’s ordeal in centrafrican detention: a survivor’s account Read More

Abidjan has become the hub for Africa’s textile care professionals as the third edition of the African Forum of Textile Care Professionals (FAPET) kicks off on May 20, 2026. Hosted …

Ivorian forum pushes for sustainable textile care industry growth in Africa Read More

In the face of persistent threats from Boko Haram, His Majesty Brahim Koromi Mahamat, traditional leader of Boudouma Gouria I in the Lac Province, recently embarked on a critical awareness …

Traditional leader in Lac mobilizes communities against Boko Haram threat Read More

Emmanuel Nadingar, President of the Universal Peace Federation’s Chad chapter, held a press briefing on May 23 at the organization’s headquarters in Sabangali, located in N’Djaména’s 3rd arrondissement. During the …

Chad peace efforts urge honest dialogue among citizens Read More