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Romuald Wadagni, Benin’s Minister of Economy and Finance, concluded his maiden diplomatic tour of West Africa with a pivotal visit to Côte d’Ivoire. The week-long journey spanned five nations—Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Niger, Togo, and Côte […]
The northern Malian city of Kidal remains a crucial focal point in an ongoing struggle for power and influence among various Tuareg factions. This volatile region is currently defined by the intense rivalry between two […]
Mali unveils bounty program to dismantle Sahel terror networks In an intensified effort to cripple terrorist operations across the Sahel, authorities in Mali have launched a high-stakes bounty initiative targeting seven notorious extremist commanders. The […]
From 15 to 19 June 2026, Lomé will become the center of African aviation’s future as the host of the African Air Transport Convention and Exhibition. This landmark event, organized by the African Civil Aviation […]
The government of Burkina Faso has officially updated the criteria for recognizing a locality as a town or city, following a Council of Ministers meeting presided over by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Head of State, on […]
The Malian government has unveiled a sweeping financial incentive, offering between 500 million and 2 billion FCFA for credible information leading to the capture or elimination of seven high-profile suspects accused of terrorism-related activities. This […]
The partnership between Niger and Türkiye reached a new milestone this week during an official visit to Ankara by Nigerien President General Abdourahamane Tiani. This marks his first state visit outside Africa since assuming office, […]
Côte d’Ivoire targets carbon-neutral economy by 2035 Abidjan — On World Environment Day, Côte d’Ivoire reaffirmed its commitment to building a resilient, low-carbon economy that prioritizes environmental protection. This year’s global theme, “Air: Action for […]
Me Moussa Sarr Takes on Justice Ministry Amid Senegal’s Political Crossroads As Senegal navigates a critical phase marked by both institutional expectations and political friction, the appointment of Me Moussa Sarr as Minister of Justice […]
In a bold political maneuver, Moussa Balla Fofana has announced his departure from the PASTEF party while continuing to serve as a minister. This decision marks a significant shift in Senegal’s political arena, raising questions […]
Since its launch in November 2021, Cameroon’s systematic verification of disability and survivor pensions has uncovered irregularities that free up approximately 12 billion FCFA annually. The announcement from Finance Minister Louis Paul Motaze highlights the […]
The provisional detention of Cameroonian opposition figure Djeukam Tchameni has been extended for another six months, a decision swiftly challenged by his legal team. A vocal supporter of Issa Tchiroma Bakary in the October 2025 […]