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Nigerian fishermen are feared dead after Chad’s military launched airstrikes targeting Boko Haram bases on several islands in Lake Tchad, which extends into Nigerien territory. The operation follows a recent assault by the armed group […]
In Nairobi, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye engaged in diplomatic discussions with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties and addressing pressing global challenges. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Africa […]
After years of stringent restrictions banning public gatherings, the political opposition in Togo successfully organized a gathering in Lomé this past weekend. The event, sanctioned by authorities, raises a critical question: Is Togo witnessing a […]
The Togolese opposition has achieved a historic milestone by securing permission to hold a public gathering in Lomé this past weekend, marking the first such event in years. The development has sparked intense debate: is […]
political opening in Togo after years of restrictions Noël Tadégnon After years of bans and restrictions on public gatherings, Togo’s opposition achieved a historic milestone this past weekend by securing official approval for a public […]
a staggering 710-truck fuel convoy and a 3 billion cfa deal that raises alarms In a move that contradicts the declared war against armed groups in the Sahel, a massive procession of 710 fuel tankers […]
Military forces are meant to serve and protect, to stand as guardians of a nation’s peace. Yet in Togo, this protective role is often overshadowed by a harsh and disturbing reality: soldiers breaking into homes, […]
Sénégal politics: major shifts as Pastef suffers youth council setback and ministerial lawsuits mount Political tensions surge in Sénégal as the ruling party Pastef faces unexpected challenges in the latest youth council elections, while allegations […]
Congo and Togo deepen diplomatic relations during Faure Gnassingbé’s visit to Oyo In a landmark meeting held over the weekend in Oyo, Republic of the Congo, President Denis Sassou-N’Guesso welcomed his Togolese counterpart, President Faure […]
In April 2026, Abidjan unveiled Pleins Feux, a groundbreaking initiative designed to supercharge Côte d’Ivoire’s education system. Backed by international partners and aligned with President Alassane Ouattara’s vision, this project targets the core of the […]
On a strategic inspection visit to the northern region of Togo, President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, who also serves as the Supreme Head of the Armed Forces, reached the Koundjoaré operation zone on May 7, 2026. […]
Sénégal : avec Damen, Dakar veut redevenir un hub régional de réparation navale Moutiou Adjibi Nourou, Agence Ecofin À plus long terme, Damen évoque aussi la possibilité de relancer des activités de construction navale sur […]