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The government of Bénin has conveyed its full solidarity with the people of Niger following the armed assault on June 18, 2026, near the Diori-Hamani International Airport in Niamey. In an official statement released from […]
José Makila accuses Félix Tshisekedi of bringing M23 back to Kinshasa M23 rebels in Bukavu on February 20, 2025 During a live broadcast on Thursday, opposition leader and former Vice Prime Minister José Makila Sumanda […]
The ambitious railway project linking Cameroon and Chad has hit its first major hurdle, as N’Djamena formally rejected the route proposed by Yaoundé. This dispute highlights deeper tensions over how shared infrastructure projects should be […]
Premier League 2026/27: Arsenal and Coventry City face off in opening clash 19 June 2026 The English Premier League’s 2026/27 season gets under way with a high-stakes opener on Saturday, highlighted by newly promoted Hull […]
Economy Perenco under judicial scrutiny over alleged financial irregularities in Africa By Editor-in-chief June 19, 2026 86 No comment Libreville, Friday, June 19, 2026 — One of Africa’s most influential energy players now faces a […]
Opposition coalition demands united front after constitutional council backs Sonko’s reinstatement The Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) has responded sharply to the Constitutional Council’s ruling on Ousmane Sonko’s parliamentary reinstatement, […]
Economy Africa’s energy push gains momentum as Gabon joins 50 million connections milestone 172 No comment Libreville, Friday 19 June 2026 – Africa has reached a pivotal moment in its drive toward universal electricity access. […]
From bold guardian to procedural evasion: Senegal’s constitutional council shifts stance On February 15, 2024, Senegal’s Constitutional Council made headlines by embracing a bold interpretation of its constitutional mandate. Facing a deep institutional crisis, the […]
Building a stronger economic future for Burkina Faso The African Development Bank (AfDB) is charting a clear path forward for Burkina Faso’s development trajectory. A high-level delegation, led by Lamin Barrow, AfDB Director General for […]
Bénin: Destruction of 95 kg of cocaine and other narcotics in Ouidah The Bénin authorities have taken a decisive stand against organized crime with a major operation in Ahozon, Ouidah, on June 18, 2026. The […]
Eastern DRC: populations in occupied territories remain steadfastly Congolese, declares National Assembly President Civilians detained by AFC/M23 rebels in Goma Security Friday, June 19, 2026 – 10:44 In a powerful address marking the close of […]
Côte d’Ivoire is making significant strides in transforming the domestic work sector, a vital yet often overlooked component of the national economy. Government officials have renewed their commitment to formalizing this industry, ensuring fair labor […]