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Paris braces for massive night with Aya Nakamura, Damso and Champions League final On May 30, the French capital will host one of the most extraordinary nights of the year. Three major events—two massive concerts […]
Tchad Tchad security sweep nets 347 arrests in N’Djamena’s 10th district A coordinated security operation in N’Djamena’s 10th arrondissement led to the seizure of illegal arms and the detention of 447 individuals. Public Security Minister […]
Stuttgart’s Late Heroics Seal Champions League Qualification In a dramatic finish to the Bundesliga season, VfB Stuttgart secured the final German spot in next year’s Uefa Champions League after a hard-fought 2-2 draw at Eintracht […]
Ligue des champions: brothers Lebrun send Nîmes-Montpellier to final In a stunning upset, the Alliance Nîmes-Montpellier (ANMTT) secured a historic spot in the Champions League final after defeating Borussia Düsseldorf 3-1. After overcoming a tough […]
The recent wave of coordinated attacks across Mali has reignited debates over the country’s political future. From Bamako to Kidal, Gao, Sévaré, and Mopti, the security situation remains volatile as armed groups step up their […]
From crisis to care: Bénin’s radical health revolution Over the past decade, Benin’s healthcare system has undergone a radical transformation, shifting from outdated infrastructure and chronic shortages to a modern, inclusive network of hospitals and […]
Senegal’s political chessboard: inside the Ndiaga Seck affair and Sonko’s election strategy As Senegal braces for pivotal electoral moments, the unfolding Ndiaga Seck affair is reshaping the political landscape. Imam Kanté dissects the latest developments […]
French national held in Dakar following sweeping arrests A French engineer in his early thirties has been detained in the Senegalese capital as part of a broader crackdown on LGBT+ rights. The individual faces multiple […]
French national detained in Senegal: diplomatic tensions rise A French engineer in his early thirties has been held in Senegal since mid-February 2026 following a sweeping operation targeting multiple individuals. Authorities in Dakar confirmed his […]
Media figures clash: Waly Diouf Bodian accuses journalist of spreading falsehoods The verbal sparring between Waly Diouf Bodian and Madiambal Diagne escalates following a contentious post regarding Ousmane Sonko, with accusations of fabrication and sensationalism […]
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has signed into law a sweeping reform of Senegal’s electoral code, reshaping the framework for voter ineligibility. The new legislation, promulgated on May 12, 2026, follows its swift adoption by the […]
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened a pivotal two-day regional workshop in Abidjan this week, focusing on gender equality, climate change, and the green economy. Bringing together policymakers, technical experts, and regional […]