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Omer Mbadi Jean-Claude Mimran Castel Compagnie sucrière sénégalaise Somdia Key players behind the Sosucam ownership transition Behind the scenes of the Sosucam sugar company’s restructuring lies a strategic alliance between prominent investors. The takeover involved […]
After departing Ouagadougou on August 2, 2026, a team of twenty Motards du Faso members concluded their Grand Tour Régional 2026 in the Burkinabè capital on August 11. Over ten days, the group traversed roughly […]
Gabon’s penal system gets a modern command center On Thursday morning, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema officially inaugurated the new annex building of the Penitentiary Security Command in Libreville. The three-story structure, now named after […]
Sahel security Russian military logistics Africa Corps operations Wagner Group influence Vladimir Putin’s African strategy Sahel state alliances Moscow’s growing footprint in the Sahel Russia has intensified its military presence across the Sahel through a […]
Bénin outlines strategic roadmap for 2026-2033 government action plan The Government Action Plan (PAG) for the 2026-2033 period is nearing completion. Authorities have confirmed its unveiling will coincide with the political calendar in September. Core […]
Democratic Republic of Congo battles widening Ebola crisis as outbreak reaches sixth province The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces an escalating Ebola outbreak that has now claimed its sixth province in the northern region, […]
As the Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) advances its ambition to launch the Eco by 2027, regional economic realities reveal an uneven pace among member states. In this context, Benin stands out as […]
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya left Yaoundé on June 7, 2026, under the guise of a ‘brief private trip,’ yet his absence has stretched beyond expectation—now entering its 66th day. For over two months, an eerie […]
With nearly €2 billion invested in culture, heritage, and hotel infrastructure, Benin is rapidly becoming a top destination in West Africa, drawing travelers from across the region—especially from neighboring Nigeria. Once overshadowed by more established […]
How the Bénin passport achieved remarkable continental mobility The Bénin passport stands out as a symbol of strategic diplomacy and technological advancement, securing a top position in Africa for intracontinental travel freedom. This achievement reflects […]
Algeria’s Prime Minister oversees launch of Kafra Sud-Est 1 drilling project in Niger The Prime Minister of Algeria, Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Niamey today on a special mission from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to participate in […]
Algeria and Niger kick off oil exploration in Kafra Sud In a landmark move to strengthen bilateral ties, Algeria and Niger have officially launched drilling operations for the Kafra Sud-Est 1 exploratory well. The historic […]