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Humanitarian Crisis in Mayo-Tsanaga as Boko Haram Ravages Villages Over 50 abandoned villages, thousands displaced, and a state that turns a blind eye. What began as a distant threat in …
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mayo-tsanaga crisis: years of terror and state indifference Over 50 empty villages, thousands displaced, and a state that looks the other way as terror spreads The threat of Boko Haram …
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Diplomacy Kazakhstan and Morocco strengthen strategic economic ties The Kazakh government is seeking to establish direct trade channels with Morocco to access high-quality agricultural and industrial products, bypassing traditional intermediaries. …
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One of the deadliest attacks in recent Malian history unfolded on July 18 when a military convoy carrying Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) soldiers and Russian paramilitary contractors from the Africa …
Mali massacre after Tabrichat ambush leaves over 50 dead Read More
A Sunday afternoon flight turned tense for dozens of passengers when their captain announced an Argentine victory in the 2026 World Cup final—only for reality to contradict the celebration minutes …
Pilot mistakenly declares wrong winner to world cup flight passengers Read More
In a remarkable display of political pragmatism, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has officially endorsed the candidacy of former President Macky Sall for the position of United Nations Secretary-General. …
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Gabon’s president Brice Oligui Nguema’s state visit to France gains momentum Laetitia Lago Dregnounou Gabon’s transitional leader, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has arrived in France for a three-day state visit, …
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Senegal has fully mobilized its diplomatic machinery to champion Macky Sall’s candidacy for the United Nations Secretary-General position. The move was formally announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on …
Diomaye Faye backs Macky Sall’s un bid in major diplomatic shift Read More
Benin has embarked on a transformative journey in public policy modernization with its 2027 budget framework. The inaugural government of the seven-year term has made a strategic decision to embed …
Benin prioritises climate and inclusion in 2027 budget strategy Read More
African Politics Gabon: heightened diplomatic recognition for President Oligui Nguema in Paris Editorial Team July 21, 2026 84 No comments Libreville, Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – A state visit is …
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Military rule and the erosion of constitutional legitimacy The recent public statements by Captain Ibrahim Traoré have intensified discussions regarding the nature of his leadership and the political trajectory of …
Burkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré’s military ascent challenges democratic norms Read More
Politics Cameroon’s opposition leader urges constitutional council to declare presidential vacancy In a bold move, opposition figure Jean-Michel Nintcheu has called on Cameroon’s Constitutional Council to officially recognize the vacancy …
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