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The natural wealth of a nation should empower its people—not fuel its collapse. This principle guided the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s bold diplomatic offensive at the United Nations this …
DR Congo challenges global mineral governance at un, accuses Rwanda of illicit exploitation Read More
Breaking News Sécurité: Pinga : un enfant de trois ans blessé suite à la déflagration d’un explosif, un militaire arrêté⠀ ⠀ Société: Ituri : le PAM distribue des vivres à …
RDC: lorsque la marche de la C64 ravive les tensions entre Kabuya et Mbata Read More
Senegal’s political landscape is undergoing significant upheaval as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and opposition leader Ousmane Sonko initiate sweeping changes within their ranks. The latest moves reflect a determined effort …
Senegal’s political shake-up as diomaye and sonko clean house Read More
On July 15, 2026, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party and President of Senegal’s National Assembly, turned 52. The occasion drew heartfelt birthday messages from party officials and close …
Ousmane Sonko’s 52nd birthday marked by tributes from political allies Read More
The Nigerien government has intervened to address escalating cement prices and reported shortages across multiple regions by implementing price controls. On 13 July 2026, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry …
Niger’s cement price cap exposes deeper market vulnerabilities Read More
Recent high-level judicial appointments in Senegal have sparked intense debate about their potential influence on the country’s political future. Political analyst Mamadou Wane, known as “Mao,” argues that President Bassirou …
Senegal 2029 election: how judicial reshuffle could sideline sonko Read More
Bénin’s bold step in cultural restitution strengthens national identity Following the landmark success of its initial restitution efforts, Bénin is advancing to a pivotal phase. By establishing a National Scientific …
Bénin’s cultural restitution: turning heritage into economic and identity growth Read More
Latest Updates Security: Critical minerals: DRC slams UN inaction on Rwandan army at UN, demands governance for peace and development Economy: UN: DRC warns of the ‘real cost of inaction’ …
Critical minerals at un: DRC slams Rwanda army inaction amid rising tensions Read More
Abdelilah Benkirane, the influential leader of Morocco’s PJD, is executing a bold strategy to expand his party’s reach across diverse voter segments. From traditional conservatives to the Gen Z demographic, …
Morocco’s Benkirane broadens appeal with Gen Z and conservative base Read More
On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, the Vice-President of the Gabonese Government, Hermann Immongault, formally presented the provisional report of the General Population and Housing Census (RGPL) to the President of …
Gabon census data faces constitutional court scrutiny Read More
Confronted by the unrelenting terrorist threat along their shared borders, Bénin and Burkina Faso have taken a pivotal step. The long-anticipated revival of bilateral military cooperation, a key priority for …
Benin and Burkina Faso unite for joint patrols in koualou Read More
In a gesture symbolizing the deep and enduring ties between Morocco and Senegal, the Moroccan embassy’s residence in Dakar hosted the unveiling of a unique photographic exhibition titled “Morocco–Senegal: A …
Strengthening ties through shared history: Morocco-Senegal photo exhibition opens in Dakar Read More