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At a time when speeches about economic sovereignty and breaking free from external dependencies dominate public discourse, the announcement of a 3-million-euro Italian funding package to “boost the tomato sector” …
Tomato sovereignty in Niger: When 3 million euros from Italy expose a hollow independence Read More
PolitiqueAfrique Journal 17h TU (29.06.26) PolitiqueAfrique La rédaction francophone de la DW 29/06/202629 juin 2026 Adoption de la loi de révision constitutionnelle au Sénégal. Retour de déplacés maliens dans le …
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The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) is advancing its institutional framework as lawmakers from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger convened in Ouagadougou. The meeting, held under the guidance of AES …
Sahel union advances political structure amid rising security threats Read More
The publication director of the private daily L’Enquêteur was arrested by security forces in the capital. With no official reasons given, media professionals are holding their breath. Niamey, June 29, …
Niger journalist arrested in Niamey, media freedom concerns grow Read More
Liverpool have had to shift their transfer strategy in the hunt for a top-tier winger after their primary target, Yan Diomande, made clear his desire to join Paris Saint-Germain. The …
Liverpool turn to Bradley Barcola after Yan Diomande chooses PSG Read More
On Monday 29 June 2026, Senegal’s National Assembly overwhelmingly approved a bill to revise the constitution. The opposition boycotted the session, leaving 129 lawmakers from the ruling Pastef majority to …
Senegal’s constitutional revision passed: Sonko challenges Faye on promises Read More
Facing mounting media and political agitation, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko forcefully reaffirmed the strength of Senegal’s institutions and the preservation of public order. Backed by his parliamentary majority, he asserts …
Ousmane Sonko assures Senegal’s stability: ‘Nothing will move in this country’ Read More
Ousmane Sonko, the president of the National Assembly, has urged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to promulgate the law on constitutional revision, which was adopted by a qualified majority of deputies …
Sonko calls on Diomaye to sign constitutional reform into law Read More
Camrail, the operator of Cameroon’s railway network, has disclosed that its cumulative economic contribution to the country since 1999 amounts to 750 billion FCFA, or roughly $1.25 billion. The announcement …
Camrail announces nearly $1.25 billion injected into Cameroon’s economy over 27 years Read More
Football fans in the United Kingdom are in for a treat this summer as Cesc Fàbregas, the former Arsenal midfield maestro, will grace the Emirates Stadium once again. This time, …
Cesc fàbregas makes emotional return to arsenal with como 1907 Read More
Gabon has formally concluded its Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement (SFPA) with the European Union (EU), with the pact officially expiring on June 28, 2026, without renewal. This strategic decision marks …
Gabon ends eu fishing partnership, prioritizes local industry Read More