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Laurent Gbagbo re-elected as leader of ivoirian political party Despite earlier intentions to step aside, former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo has been re-elected as head of his political party, the …
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The weight of silence often speaks louder than words, and hollow condemnations can camouflage nothing short of geopolitical surrender. When a seismic political upheaval rocked Caracas in early 2026—defined by …
Russia’s strategic failure in Venezuela: when promises fade into silence Read More
Olympique de Marseille faces Stade Rennais in a high-stakes Ligue 1 finale this weekend, with a Europa Conference League spot on the line for the home side. The Vélodrome faithful …
Olympiq marseille vs rennes: decisive french league clash Read More
Bruno Fernandes, captain of Manchester United, admitted feeling genuine disappointment after Declan Rice chose Arsenal over Old Trafford. The Portuguese midfielder had long believed Rice would be the perfect addition …
Declan rice’s move to arsenal saddens bruno fernandes Read More
The ongoing blockade of Bamako is inflicting unacceptable hardships on civilians, threatening their access to food, healthcare, and safety, as humanitarian groups urge the Groupe de soutien à l’islam et …
Mali: GSIM warned over humanitarian crisis in Bamako blockade Read More
After years of political absence, the former Ivorian president has once again taken the helm of the Ivorian Popular Party of Africa (PPA-CI), despite initial declarations of stepping away from …
Laurent Gbagbo remains president of Côte d’Ivoire’s PPA-CI Read More
In the bustling streets of N’Djamena, the allure of social media is reshaping the way young girls perceive themselves. Filters that smooth skin, apps that reshape figures, and feeds filled …
Social media pressures on young girls in N’Djamena Read More
Leipzig’s lineup for the season finale boosted by goalkeeper’s comeback The final Bundesliga match of the season for RB Leipzig has gained extra significance with the confirmation of Péter Gulácsi’s …
RB Leipzig’s final Bundesliga match sees Gulacsi return Read More
may 15, 2026 Download pricing gridTheme Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode Pastef Party Congress: Ousmane Sonko poised for re-election as leader breaking news may 15, 2026 Preparations …
Pastef party congress: ousmane sonko set for leadership renewal Read More
The once-unstoppable expansion of Russian influence across Africa, driven by mercenary forces, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism, now faces an unmistakable reversal. What began as a decade-long push to reshape …
The fading footprint of Russia’s African ambitions Read More
Security forces in Senegal’s Casamance region, supported by sniffer dogs, recently dismantled cannabis plantations near the Gambian border—a region historically tied to the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC). …
Casamance conflict: rebels weakened but cannabis fuels instability Read More
Chad N’Djamena tackles chaotic minibus stops for safer urban transport Chaotic minibus stops in N’Djamena disrupt traffic flow and endanger passengers. Structured stops could transform urban mobility and safety in …
N’Djamena tackles chaotic minibus stops for safer urban transport Read More