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The mid-August 2026 arrest and subsequent formal incarceration on Monday, August 17, of two French filmmakers and journalists in Togo signals a significant escalation in the security and diplomatic tensions …
Togo’s media clampdown: french filmmakers detained amidst security and diplomatic tensions Read More
The Hollywood Walk of Fame has welcomed a historic figure: Angélique Kidjo, whose star now shines among the most celebrated names in entertainment. This landmark achievement distinguishes her as the …
Angélique Kidjo earns Hollywood walk of fame star as African music icon Read More
Recent reports highlighting Bénin’s public debt reaching 9,122.2 billion CFA francs have sparked concerns about potential over-indebtedness. However, a closer examination of the country’s macroeconomic indicators reveals a balanced financial …
Benin public debt levels remain sustainable despite rising figures Read More
Northern Niger Ambush Leaves 15 Soldiers Dead The ongoing surge in violence across Niger has once again exposed the stark contrast between the military junta’s sovereignist rhetoric and the harsh …
Deadly ambush in northern Niger exposes military junta’s security gaps Read More
An unsettling image has emerged, one that should trouble any advocate of fundamental freedoms. Near the capital of Burkina Faso, over forty Burkinabè journalists recently completed several days of military …
Journalists in Burkina Faso face forced military training under patriotic guise Read More
This Sunday, August 16, 2026, saw a series of significant events unfold across Sénégal. A gathering of the Kiiraay movement in Mbacké descended into chaos, prompting law enforcement intervention. Meanwhile, …
Sénégal’s sunday headlines: key events from august 16, 2026 Read More
Fenerbahçe takes on OL this Tuesday (kick-off at 9 PM CET). Just three days before their critical Champions League playoff first leg against Olympique Lyonnais, Fenerbahçe experienced an unexpected 1-2 …
Fenerbahçe suffers league defeat ahead of champions league clash with Lyon Read More
Russian mercenaries establish unauthorized checkpoint near Ndele, detain driver In a move that mirrors official security operations, armed Russian mercenaries have set up an illegal roadblock near Ndele, mimicking the …
Russian mercenaries set up roadblock near ndele, seize truck from bangui Read More
Inter Milan has finalized the acquisition of English defender Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur, sealing a permanent transfer estimated at €35 million. The deal solidifies the club’s defensive lineup for …
Inter secures spence as dumfries successor in 35m euro deal Read More
Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, arrived in Libreville on Friday for an official working and friendship visit aimed at deepening bilateral relations between Gabon …
Gabon dr Congo presidents strengthen ties in Libreville visit Read More
A staggering $50 million ransom, paid in late 2025 to secure the release of foreign hostages in Mali, has become a critical funding stream for Al-Qaïda’s Sahel operations, according to …
Mali ransom payments fuel al-qaida’s Sahel expansion Read More
Algeria and Niger deepen energy cooperation with landmark fuel and crude agreements Algeria and Niger have taken a major step forward in regional energy integration, forging stronger commercial and strategic …
Algeria and Niger strengthen energy ties with Jet A1 and crude oil exports Read More