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The government of Burkina Faso has officially condemned the television provider Canal+ over a dispute concerning access to the country’s national broadcaster. The point of contention is the authorities’ demand …
Burkina Faso censures Canal+ over national television access Read More
The Constitutional Council of Sénégal has ruled it lacks the authority to hear a legal challenge filed by opposition groups contesting the reinstatement of former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to …
Senegal council rules it cannot review sonko’s assembly reinstatement Read More
The French football authorities have raised serious concerns over a recent Ligue 1 match after detecting irregular betting patterns surrounding a controversial decision involving Ivory Coast international Elye Wahi. French …
Suspicion of match fixing involving Ligue 1 player Elye Wahi Read More
An unusual alert has emerged from the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) following a Ligue 1 match that concluded with an unremarkable scoreline. On May 17, 2026, OGC Nice and …
Suspicion of match-fixing involving Wahi at Nice Read More
Elye Wahi questioned by French police ahead of world cup amid match-fixing suspicions Ahead of his debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Ivorian striker Elye Wahi was questioned by …
Elye Wahi questioned by French police ahead of world cup amid match-fixing suspicions Read More
Established by Burkina Faso’s transitional authorities as a cornerstone of national recovery and restored sovereignty, the Faso Mêbo agency—spearheaded by Captain Ibrahim Traoré—has become a focal point of scrutiny. While …
Investigation into Faso Mêbo agency’s operations reveals concerns over transparency Read MoreBanjul, Gambia – In a bid to future-proof West Africa’s economic landscape, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) and the Competition and Consumer Product …
West Africa strengthens competition culture to secure digital economy Read More
The summer transfer window has kicked off with a seismic deal as Marc Cucurella departs Chelsea for Real Madrid, a move finalized at a reported fee of €60 million including …
Marc Cucurella joins Real Madrid from Chelsea in surprising summer move Read More
In the face of escalating terrorist violence across the Sahel, Abidjan has underscored the urgent need for collective action. The recent surge in attacks has exposed the vulnerabilities of coastal …
Côte d’Ivoire calls for regional unity against Sahel terrorism Read More
Economy Gabon takes bold step to reclaim its maritime wealth By Editor-in-Chief June 17, 2026 208 No comment Libreville, June 17, 2026 – With the expiry of its sustainable fishing …
Gabon takes bold step to reclaim its maritime wealth Read More
The economic hub of Cotonou is hosting a pivotal gathering from June 17 to 19, 2026, as West Africa’s top justice officials convene for the second meeting of the National …
High-level ECOWAS justice meeting in Cotonou strengthens regional legal compliance Read More
Government targets widespread use of harmful cosmetics In a decisive move to safeguard public health, the government of Bénin has imposed a blanket ban on the sale and distribution of …
Benin launches crackdown on skin-lightening products Read More