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The Democratic Republic of Congo is once again grappling with the contentious issue of capital punishment, a sanction that has sparked sharp divisions among policymakers and the public alike. Revival …
Death penalty debate resurfaces in democratic republic of Congo Read More
The collaboration between Dakar and the World Bank has reached a pivotal milestone. Welcoming Ousmane Diagana, Vice President for West and Central Africa, on August 5, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye …
Senegal secures $600 million World Bank deal to boost key sectors Read More
In a landmark session held on August 6, 2026, in Porto-Novo, Bénin’s senators convened to establish the inaugural leadership of the upper house of Parliament. The historic vote resulted in …
Bénin senate makes history with first leadership team elected in Porto-Novo Read More
Chad Cholera outbreak claims 13 lives As of Thursday, health officials in Chad confirmed 13 fatalities and 239 reported cholera cases since the outbreak began in July. The epidemic has …
Cholera outbreak in Chad claims 13 lives Read More
The UEFA has entrusted Szymon Marciniak, a seasoned referee, with the responsibility of officiating the crucial second leg of the third qualifying round of the Champions League between Olympique Lyonnais …
Champions league referee szymon marciniak to officiate olympique lyonnais clash Read More
Historic Vote in Porto-Novo In a landmark session held at the National Assembly in Porto-Novo, Patrice Talon has been sworn in as the first-ever president of the Senate in Bénin. …
Patrice talon elected senate president in Benin Read More
An unexpected twist has reshaped Benin’s political landscape. Just as the presidential baton was passed to Romuald Wadagni, former President Patrice Talon has staged a strategic comeback by assuming the …
Patrice talon appointed Benin senate president in political shift Read More
Bénin senate elects Patrice Talon as president with new bureau The Bénin Senate has officially installed its first Bureau, marking a significant milestone in the establishment of the upper house …
Bénin senate elects Patrice Talon as president with new bureau Read More
The Spanish football powerhouse, Real Madrid, has shattered transfer records by acquiring 19-year-old Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé from RB Leipzig for an eye-watering fee of €140 million, including potential bonuses. …
Youth football transfer record set as real madrid signs 19-year-old ivorian winger Read More
Ryanair boosts Morocco connectivity with 17 fresh winter routes, Rabat lands seven August 6, 2026 – 4:00 PM – Morocco As winter approaches, Ryanair is rolling out its most ambitious …
Ryanair expands winter routes with 17 new Morocco connections, rabats leads gains Read More
Senegal secures fresh funding as Aldiouma Sow criticises Sonko’s opposition tactics Aldiouma Sow, senior advisor to the President, highlights the significance of 340 billion FCFA from the World Bank and …
Senegal secures fresh funding as Aldiouma Sow criticises Sonko’s opposition tactics Read More
Guided by a ministerial directive, top officials from Niger’s Interior Ministry conducted a mid-term review of public sector performance. From Moscow to Ouagadougou, the nation’s expertise is gaining international recognition. …
Niger advances with mid-term public action review Read More