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The Constitutional Council in Ouagadougou is currently reviewing whether opposition leader Ousmane Sonko can retain his seat in the National Assembly. This high-stakes legal examination has sparked intense debate among …
Ouagadougou’s constitutional council weighs ousmane sonko’s parliamentary fate Read More
In a dramatic turn at the ongoing trial for the murder of Cameroonian radio host Martinez Zogo, a harrowing video depicting the final moments of the journalist was unveiled yesterday …
Shocking video surfaces in martinez zogo murder trial in Yaoundé Read More
Mali and Burkina Faso are deepening their security collaboration as armed group threats persist along their shared border and a fresh wave of Burkinabè refugees crosses into Malian territory. On …
Mali and Burkina Faso step up joint security and diplomatic efforts amid armed group threats Read More
Al Aminou Lo lance des piques au Premier ministre sortant, Ousmane Sonko During his inaugural address, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo underscored the critical need for government actions to …
Prime minister al aminou lo’s inaugural address hints at past consultations with ousmane sonko Read More
Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Amine Mohamed Lô of Senegal unveiled the composition of a new 30-member government on Monday evening. Notably, the new cabinet does not include representatives from the …
Senegal forms new government without pastef-les patriotes representation Read More
The national conversation in Gabon has taken a decisive turn as Nadia Christelle Koye, a prominent political figure, steps into the spotlight to address what she calls intentional distortions surrounding …
Gabon: clarifying the contours of presidential power amid transition Read More
A recent statement released on May 31 by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) brings grave accusations against the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) and their Russian …
JNIM alleges abuses against civilians by Malian forces and Africa Corps in Niono Read More
Residents of Goma, a bustling city in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), are feeling the pinch after authorities in neighboring Rwanda announced the closure of border crossings …
Border closure between DRC and Rwanda disrupts local economies Read More
Barely a week after his inauguration on May 24, President Romuald Wadagni of Benin has already made a significant impact on the international stage. On Monday, June 1, the Beninese …
Benin’s president romuald wadagni embarks on pivotal Nigeria visit Read More
In a significant political development, Senegal’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lô, unveiled his cabinet on Monday, June 1st. The new team comprises 30 ministers, notably without …
Senegal: prime minister ahmadou al aminou mohamed lô forms cabinet without pastef Read More
PolitiqueNiger Bénin-Niger : les impacts de la fermeture de la frontière Despite attempts by traders and transporters to reroute through Nigeria, significant financial losses and a slowdown in commercial activities …
Economic fallout from the Bénin-Niger border closure Read More
A significant joint military undertaking by Nigerian and Beninese forces has led to the neutralization of more than 500 terrorists in the Babanna border area, situated within Nigeria’s Niger State. …
Joint Bénin-Nigeria operation: over 500 terrorists neutralized in babanna, nigerian residents celebrate Read More