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For nearly nine months, the city of Ségou in central Mali has been grappling with a relentless fuel shortage that has brought daily life and economic activity to a standstill. …
Fuel crisis paralyzes Segou’s economy with chronic shortages and black market surge Read More
Morocco’s dam strategy: a cornerstone of water independence Under the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco has transformed its dam infrastructure into a fundamental pillar of water …
Morocco’s water sovereignty: how dams reshape national resilience Read More
Niger and Algeria are taking steps to elevate their bilateral cooperation to new heights. Just hours after the inauguration of a 40-megawatt power plant in Niamey, generously funded by Algeria, …
Niger and Algeria deepen ties with power plant and high-level talks Read More
Politics Gabon’s Oligui Nguema outlines bold economic and political vision By Editor-in-Chief June 3, 2026 166 No comment Libreville, June 3, 2026 – In a rare international interview, Gabonese President …
Gabon’s Oligui Nguema outlines bold economic and political vision Read More
Within days, Mourad Adjal, Chad’s Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, will inaugurate the groundbreaking ceremony for a 40-megawatt power plant in N’Djamena, a project spearheaded by Sonelgaz International as …
Chad’s new 40mw power plant breaks ground in N’Djamena soon Read More
Le Premier ministre quitte Niamey au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger mercredi 03 juin 2026 17:23 NIAMEY – Le Premier ministre, M. Sifi Ghrieb, a quitté, mercredi, Niamey, au …
Le Premier ministre quitte Niamey au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger Read More
Monde en vidéo “Affaire Sonko” au Sénégal : le président Sall appelle au calme Info Le président Sénégalais, Macky Sall, a pris la parole ce lundi soir après plusieurs jours …
“Affaire Sonko” au Sénégal : le président Sall appelle au calme : Actualités Read More
Gabon is currently witnessing a significant legal development following the issuance of an Interpol red notice against two prominent figures: Sylvia Bongo Ondimba and her son, Noureddin Bongo Valentin. This …
What consequences await Sylvia and Noureddin Bongo under Interpol red notice? Read More
On June 2, 2026, Burkina Faso marked a milestone in its digital transformation journey with the official launch of Dɛmɛ Sira, a groundbreaking digital platform designed to mobilize national solidarity. …
Burkina Faso launches ‘Dɛmɛ Sira’ to boost digital solidarity Read More
The initial batch of Burkinabè pilgrims has landed in Ouagadougou, marking the start of the return phase for the Hadj 2026. On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 342 faithful touched down …
Burkina Faso: first hadj pilgrims return from mecca with peace prayers Read More
Benin Benin appoints Claudy Siar as Special Advisor to the President for Culture The renowned media personality and former host of Couleurs Tropicales on RFI has been named Special Advisor …
Benin culture role for Claudy Siar announced Read More
In a sweeping statement released on his official Facebook page, Aldiouma Sow, a prominent member of Pastef les Patriotes’ National Political Bureau (BPN), has staunchly defended party officials who accepted …
Pastef leader dismisses secret pact allegations against Faye Read More