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The Burkina Faso government has increasingly positioned Russia as a key ally, framing the relationship as a mutually beneficial partnership built on mutual respect and the absence of political strings …
Burkina Faso’s ties with Russia: a partnership under scrutiny Read More
Aurélien Mintsa Mi-Nguema officially assumed his role as Gabon’s ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the Republic of India following his nomination by the Council of Ministers on February 26, 2026. …
Gabon strengthens ties with India under new ambassador’s leadership Read More
In February 2026, Bamako dismissed as “fabricated rumors” reports suggesting its ambassador would return to Algiers. Fast forward to July, and the reversal is official. On July 10, Mali’s transitional …
Mali-Algeria thaw: rapid diplomatic shift amid Sahel tensions Read More
In February 2026, Bamako dismissed as “fabricated” rumors of its ambassador’s return to Algiers. By July 10, the same return became official—a dramatic shift that reflects the shifting power dynamics …
Algeria and Mali restore ties amid Sahel tensions Read More
Jean-Noël Barrot French Foreign Minister Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré Burkina Faso’s Foreign Minister Foreign policy Diplomatic relations Burkina Faso France Sahel Alliance The latest round of diplomatic friction between Burkina Faso …
Diplomatic tension between Burkina Faso and France escalates over foreign policy Read More
The Congolese Armed Forces have announced a sweeping ban on military personnel using smartphones during operations, citing security risks that have compromised previous missions in the country’s eastern regions. Commanders …
Congo military bans smartphone use to protect troops Read More
Ousmane Sonko shifts stance on constitutional council’s ruling Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef movement, has sparked debate with his shifting remarks about the constitutional council’s recent decision. Just days …
Ousmane Sonko shifts stance on constitutional council’s ruling Read More
Economie Gabon’s bold agricultural transformation: securing food sovereignty by 2030 Libreville – Gabon has long grappled with a peculiar economic contradiction. Despite possessing vast tracts of arable land, a conducive …
Gabon’s bold agricultural transformation: securing food sovereignty by 2030 Read More
The Kingdom of Morocco has taken a decisive step toward institutionalizing sustainable finance with the public consultation of its green finance taxonomy. This landmark document, drafted by the Ministry of …
Morocco unveils groundbreaking green finance taxonomy for decarbonized economy Read More
The Sino-Congolese Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at transforming the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) infrastructure landscape, is facing severe setbacks due to persistent customs clearance delays. Despite strong financial, …
Sino-congolese programme stuck by customs delays in dr Congo Read More
Breaking News Security: East DRC crisis deepens as Moscow accuses Kyiv of arming M23 rebels Health: Ebola resurfaces in Tshopo as authorities deploy emergency response teams Politics: Bujumbura and Moscow …
East DRC conflict escalates as Moscow blames Kyiv for backing M23 rebels Read More
Argentina’s World Cup 2026 semifinal berth marred by Lionel Messi’s explosive referee clash Argentina secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over …
Lionel Messi’s fiery exchange with referee overshadows Argentina’s World Cup triumph Read More