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France and Morocco launch strategic partnership with new ambassador Philippe Lalliot France’s new ambassador to Morocco has officially assumed his duties, presenting his credentials to Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita. Appointed in May, Philippe Lalliot’s mission […]
On a recent inspection visit, a high-level delegation led by Niger’s National Coordinator for the Integrated Platform for Water Security Project (PISEN), Mr. Zibo Zakara, and the World Bank’s Project Manager, Mr. Mohamed Nanzoul, toured […]
Senegal stands at a critical crossroads as its political landscape undergoes dramatic transformation. Recent developments have raised serious concerns about the country’s democratic trajectory, particularly with the introduction of stringent legislation targeting LGBTQ+ individuals. The […]
The demolition of the Zimbabwe neighborhood in Vridi-3, part of Abidjan’s autonomous district, marked another phase in Côte d’Ivoire’s ongoing urban clearance policy. Launched on June 2, the operation targeted a 28-hectare area long inhabited […]
At just 19 years old, Ivorian winger Bazoumana Touré is causing a stir in the transfer market. Premier League side Newcastle United has opened direct talks with Bundesliga club TSG Hoffenheim to secure his signature. […]
The political landscape in Senegal has been electrified by a scathing rebuke delivered by former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko against President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, underscoring a deepening rift within the nation’s leadership. a sharp political […]
Burkina Faso and Benin Leaders Forge Strategic Partnership The President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim TRAORÉ, hosted his Beninese counterpart, Romuald WADAGNI, at the Palais de Koulouba on June 2, 2026, for an official working session […]
Senegal’s political landscape has been rocked by a sharp escalation in tensions between two prominent figures of the ruling coalition. Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef movement, has launched a direct offensive against President Bassirou […]
Ousmane Sonko reveals details behind his dismissal as Prime Minister of Senegal Ousmane Sonko, former Prime Minister of Senegal and leader of the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, has publicly shared his account of the events leading […]
During a recent appearance on a major international news channel, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of Gabon disclosed plans for a high-level official visit to France. The trip is scheduled for July 20, 2026, marking […]
Political tensions escalate as opposition leader threatens government action The standoff between Ousmane Sonko and the ruling camp has intensified, with the Pastef party leader delivering one of his strongest statements yet following the announcement […]
Gabon court rejects opposition leader’s release plea Liberty denied. The Gabonese Court of Appeal in Libreville has upheld the continued detention of former Prime Minister Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze after rejecting his defense team’s motion to nullify […]