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The agricultural landscape in West Africa has been transformed by a bold initiative from the Beninese government. Ahead of the 2026-2027 cotton farming season, authorities announced an unprecedented incentive: a …
Benin’s performance-driven strategy boosts cotton sector growth Read More
Nigeria reintegrates nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters Ali Bamba Nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters have been reintegrated into Nigerian society through a government-led deradicalization and reintegration program aimed …
Nigeria reintegrates nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters Read More
The Cameroonian government has revoked the authority of local councils to collect taxes and levies, transferring this responsibility to the General Tax Directorate. While framed as a fiscal modernization initiative, …
Cameroun: state takes back control of local taxes Read More
Gabon Restructures SEEG Utility to Improve Electricity and Water Services LinkedIn X Email Print Save Gabon announces a sweeping restructuring of SEEG, the national water and electricity operator, aiming to …
Gabon Restructures SEEG Utility to Improve Electricity and Water Services Read More
The summer transfer window has swung open, and Real Madrid is already reshaping its roster. With the club’s hierarchy making headlines by securing Marc Cucurella and in advanced talks for …
Real madrid set to reshuffle squad after world cup with tchouameni’s future in flux Read More
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
With the summer transfer window approaching, the future of Bradley Barcola at Paris Saint-Germain remains uncertain. While the 23-year-old attacking midfielder remains a key player for Luis Enrique’s squad, the …
PSG set condition for barcola transfer amid liverpool interest Read More