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Since 2024, Turkey has rapidly ascended to become Mali‘s leading arms supplier, quietly reshaping the geopolitical landscape of the Sahel. Over the past decade, bilateral trade volumes have tripled, with …
Turkey emerges as top arms supplier to Mali in 2024 Read More
A newly formed government in Senegal, unveiled by Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lô, is sparking considerable debate across the nation. Notably, the Pastef party, under the leadership of …
Senegal’s new government: navigating political divides and economic challenges Read More
Assimi Goïta takes office as Mali’s transitional leader In a solemn ceremony held in Bamako, Colonel Assimi Goïta was officially inaugurated as the transition president of Mali. The 37-year-old officer, …
Assimi Goïta officially sworn in as Mali’s transition president Read More
Paris Saint-Germain’s acquisition of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been widely described as a landmark winter transfer, with the Georgian winger transforming the club’s fortunes since his €70 million arrival from Naples …
Kvaratskhelia’s PSG move hailed as historic winter transfer coup Read More
With nearly 30 million residents, Niger faces a severe housing crisis, intensified by rapid population growth. Official estimates from the National Statistics Institute indicate an annual housing demand of 40,000 …
Niger tackles soaring rents with new price controls Read More
Sonko accuses opponents of orchestrating political conspiracy to block his return Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party and a prominent figure in Senegalese politics, has fiercely rejected an opposition-led …
Political plot against Ousmane Sonko’s parliamentary reinstatement Read More
We are pleased to present the full discourse given in Wolof by Ousmane Sonko, in his capacity as President of the National Assembly. This comprehensive address from President Ousmane Sonko, …
Ousmane sonko’s complete wolof address as national assembly president Read More
Young PSG starlet Warren Zaïre-Emery sidelined despite impressive season After delivering a standout season with Paris Saint-Germain, 20-year-old midfielder Warren Zaïre-Emery found himself on the bench during Saturday’s Champions League …
PSG’s Warren zaïre-emery faces uncertain future after champions league triumph Read More
In a dramatic press conference today, Ousmane Sonko, former Prime Minister of Senegal and leader of the Pastef movement, made explosive claims about a pre-election agreement with President Bassirou Diomaye …
Ousmane Sonko reveals Cap Manuel protocol with Bassirou Diomaye Faye Read More
Ousmane Sonko urges constructive dialogue to avert renewed crisis in Senegal Ousmane Sonko, recently dismissed from his role as Prime Minister, is advocating for robust dialogue to safeguard Senegal from …
Ousmane Sonko urges constructive dialogue to avert renewed crisis in Senegal Read More
A high-level visit to Rabat by Chris Bryant, the British Minister of State for International Trade, has solidified a significant upgrade in relations between the United Kingdom and the Kingdom …
Britain and Morocco forge deeper strategic ties to double bilateral trade Read More
In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, Ousmane Sonko has issued stern warnings to Al Aminou Lo, the newly appointed Prime Minister of Senegal, following recent public statements that raised eyebrows …
Sonko warns new prime minister amid rising political tensions Read More