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The Ministry of Transport, Civil Aviation and National Meteorology, in collaboration with port stakeholders, is hosting the 5th edition of the tripartite forum for the facilitation of goods transit through Cameroonian ports. The opening ceremony, […]
As the Primary School Certificate (CEP) exams in Benin approach, the government has taken a decisive step to ensure the well-being of young candidates. In an official directive, Salimane Karimou, Minister of Pre-School and Primary […]
Chad advances energy independence with 40 mw tri-fuel power plant in N’Djamena Chad’s energy landscape is set for a transformative upgrade as Sonelgaz, Algeria’s leading energy conglomerate, initiates technical studies for a cutting-edge 40 megawatt […]
In a show of solidarity, the Chad-Central African Republic joint force commander recently met with injured troops from the Korbol region. General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor visited the provincial hospital in Sarh Outel Bono to […]
In his hometown of Mbour, Senegal, the presidential coalition Diomaye Président sent a clear message to the political party Pastef. Two years into his presidency, Bassirou Diomaye Faye is now asserting his own political leadership, […]
Chad’s political landscape faces unprecedented turmoil following the Supreme Court’s decision to dissolve the GCAP coalition and the subsequent eight-year prison sentences handed down to its eight leading figures. This judicial move has left the […]
The week of May 4 to 10, 2026 in Burkina Faso unfolded with a dynamic mix of cultural milestones, security advancements, economic initiatives, and institutional progress. Here’s a recap of the most notable events that […]
The already fragile security situation in Mali took a dramatic turn in late April 2026 following a series of highly coordinated armed assaults on multiple cities. These attacks resulted in the deaths of the country’s […]
The current political climate in the Senegal is sparking intense debate about the evolving role of the Parliament and the very foundations of governance. Far from being a mere political spectacle, this moment in history […]
Mali’s government urged to halt rights violations against dissenting voices A sharp escalation in human rights abuses has gripped Mali, with government critics and political figures increasingly targeted through enforced disappearances, intimidation, and hate speech. […]
The Dakar Urban Security unit has exposed a sophisticated operation producing counterfeit visa approval letters, highlighting the growing complexity of irregular migration networks passing through Senegal. A key suspect, linked to what investigators call a […]
The intricate dance of power within the Senegalese political landscape frequently reflects a complex, almost contradictory, sentiment among its key figures. This dynamic was particularly evident following a recent presidential coalition gathering, meticulously orchestrated by […]