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The presence of Russian paramilitaries in Mali has raised questions about their surprisingly low casualty rates compared to Malian forces. As attacks by jihadist groups continue, the disparity in losses …
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Niamey hosts critical discussions as Niger takes the lead in shaping the future of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS). Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, Chairman …
Niger reaffirms its stance on UNOWAS restructuring in Niamey talks Read More
C64 postpones July 22 march and sets August 15 deadline for inclusive dialogue in DRC C64 press conference Politics Monday, July 20, 2026 – 5:48 PM The Article 64 Coalition …
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The official website of Kenya’s presidency became the latest target of a sophisticated cyberattack on the afternoon of Saturday, July 18, 2026. Visitors attempting to access president.go.ke were met with …
Kenya faces major cyberattack on presidential website amid rising digital threats Read More
Senegal’s political landscape witnessed a poignant moment as opposition leader Ousmane Sonko visited the bereaved family of Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye in Ouakam to extend heartfelt condolences. Following visits to …
Sonko pays respects to Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye family in Ouakam Read More
The Malian transitional government has taken a decisive step in its crackdown policy. During a cabinet meeting, the executive branch approved a draft ordinance amending the nationality code. Under the …
Mali adopts stripped citizenship for dual nationals Read More
20 July 2026 By: Staff Politics Power behind the shadows: Congo’s intelligence networks that shaped history Share FacebookXWhatsAppLinkedinEmail Print By Gilbert MUHIKA/Political Analyst In the Democratic Republic of Congo, seizing …
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20 juillet 2026 Auteur : La rédaction Politique Page d’histoire : L’ombre au-dessus du fleuve Partager FacebookXWhatsAppLinkedinEmail Imprimer Par Gilbert MUHIKA/Analyste politique. Au Congo, jusqu’en 1997, on ne prend pas le …
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Cameroon’s opposition party urges constitutional clarity over prolonged presidential absence Cameroon’s political landscape remains tense as the absence of President Paul Biya enters its sixth week, prompting the country’s opposition …
Cameroon’s political parties demand transparency amid president’s prolonged absence Read More
The Mali region of Mopti witnessed another wave of coordinated violence on Sunday, July 19, as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched a series of …
Mali faces escalating security crisis as jihadist attacks intensify in Mopti Read More
In a decisive move to address long-standing administrative bottlenecks, the Bénin government has approved the upgrade of 1,110 public sector employees from the 11th to the 12th grade, unlocking both …
Benin public sector promotion unlocks 12th grade for over 1,100 civil servants Read More
Under the shimmering lights of the Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hôtel, the inaugural Night of Kanvo and Indigo transformed the traditional into the extraordinary. On the evening of July 18, 2026, …
Benin’s bold leap: kanvo and indigo textiles become global luxury symbols Read More