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Rabat recently hosted the Morocco-India Economic Forum 2026, a pivotal event initiated by the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra (CCISRSK). This significant gathering was organized in close …
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The inaugural session of the Parliament of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) commenced in Niamey on Monday. This significant event saw the formal installation of 45 confederal deputies representing …
AES parliament convenes in Niamey for inaugural session Read More
General Abdourahamane Tiani has recently inaugurated a training camp for over 300 young Nigeriens. Marketed as a civic engagement and national rebirth initiative, the program draws inspiration from the Burkinabè …
Niger’s youth initiative: patriotism or creeping militarization? Read More
A particularly brutal attack struck Tessa, located in the Dosso department of southwestern Niger, on Friday, August 21, 2026. Eighteen gendarmes were tragically killed during an assault by heavily armed …
Deadly attack claims lives of 18 gendarmes in Tessa, Niger, raising security concerns Read More
RDC : Joseph Kabila conteste devant la justice américaine les sanctions de Washington Actus. L’ancien président congolais Joseph Kabila a engagé une procédure devant un tribunal fédéral américain pour contester …
RDC : Joseph Kabila conteste devant la justice américaine les sanctions de Washington Read More
A recent official announcement from Russian diplomats in Ouagadougou confirmed the delivery of over 500 tonnes of humanitarian assistance to Burkina Faso, valued at an estimated 942,500 US dollars. The …
Unpacking the true cost of Burkina Faso’s new alliances: food aid and mineral wealth Read More
Renowned West African musical icon, Baaba Maal, recently stood as a powerful representative for Senegal and the broader African continent at a significant United Nations (UN) platform held in Ulaanbaatar, …
Baaba Maal amplifies Senegal’s voice at the un forum Read More
At first glance, initiatives like Burkina Faso’s Mêbo holiday camp appear to be standard civic programs designed to foster community bonds among young citizens. Through cultural, athletic, and collective activities, …
Burkina Faso’s youth programs: assessing the fine line between civic engagement and militarization risks Read More
Addressing the President of the National Assembly, Serigne Khalifa Kounta notably declared: « Ndongo daara le, arabisan le, ku mokeul alxour ane le ». Serigne Khalifa Kounta, the esteemed spokesperson …
Serigne Khalifa Kounta expresses profound support for Ousmane Sonko in Ndiassane Read More
Despite six decades of inconsistent land governance, Togolese authorities are advancing a bold vision to position the land sector as a cornerstone of economic advancement. Yet, this undertaking, though ambitious, …
Togo’s land reform challenges: addressing deep-rooted obstacles for economic progress Read More