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Morocco and the United Kingdom are setting ambitious goals to double bilateral trade and accelerate mutual investments, leveraging the transformative potential of major infrastructure projects and the upcoming 2030 FIFA …
Morocco and UK aim for trade surge ahead of 2030 World Cup projects Read More
Breaking News Politique: Recensement général de la population: la RDC lance le recrutement des agents pour la cartographie censitaire, l’opération proprement dite programmée en juillet 2027⠀ ⠀ Politique: Mercredi 3 …
RDC : seuls 25% des engagements du gouvernement pris en conseil des ministres entre avril et décembre 2025 se sont transformés en résultats concrets (Rapport) Read More
Following the July 2023 coup d’état in Niger and the subsequent imposition of stringent regional sanctions, the relationship between Cotonou and Niamey plunged into a severe crisis. This period was …
Benin’s patient diplomacy fosters Sahel reconciliation Read More
The suspension of movement at the crossing points between Goma, located in the eastern République démocratique du Congo, and Gisenyi in Rwanda, is triggering significant alarm among the local population. …
Goma’s local commerce suffers under weight of border restrictions Read More
On Tuesday afternoon, His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, President of the Republic of Bénin, arrived in Ouagadougou for an official visit of great strategic importance. The purpose of this trip is …
Regional diplomacy Wadagni and Traoré strengthen Burkina Faso Benin ties Read More
Bénin’s President, Romuald Wadagni, landed in Ouagadougou on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, commencing an official friendship and working visit to Burkina Faso. Upon his arrival at Ouagadougou …
Bénin’s president romuald wadagni arrives in Ouagadougou for official visit Read More
Ousmane Sonko advocates for a united and sovereign Africa during the 85th UPA session in Dakar The Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, extended a warm welcome to delegates …
Senegal parliament speaker urges african unity at upa session Read More
PSG-Arsenal Champions League final: when commentators’ blunders steal the spotlight key takeaways The latest Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal became a goldmine for critics, as commentators’ glaring errors …
Psg arsenal league of champions final: when commentators’ blunders steal the spotlight Read More
The Nigerian government rolled out the red carpet on 1 June as President Romuald Wadagni of Benin arrived in Lagos for his first overseas trip since taking office. The high-profile …
Nigeria and Benin strengthen ties with presidential visit to Lagos Read More
Bénin’s capital, Cotonou, signals a significant reorientation in its foreign policy. Immediately following his inauguration, President Romuald Wadagni commenced a pivotal regional tour, with initial stops in Niamey and Ouagadougou. …
President Wadagni’s inaugural diplomatic outreach to Sahel states Read MoreAfrique In Mali, the Jnim armed group has increasingly weaponized blockades, transforming them into a central element of its conflict strategy. This involves systematically sealing off crucial transit routes, preventing …
Malian communities confront Jnim blockades: a struggle against hunger and fear Read More
Benin is significantly advancing its strategy for restoring forest landscapes. On Monday, June 1, 2026, the Hêkandji Public Primary School, located within the Tori-Bossito commune, hosted the 42nd annual National …
Benin’s 42nd national tree day: empowering youth for environmental stewardship Read More