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The violent assault on Niamey’s international airport on June 18, 2026 has sent shockwaves through West Africa, casting a long shadow over diplomatic efforts in the region. As negotiations between Bénin and Niger neared a […]
DRC constitution row: Catholic Church warns of ‘republican pact collapse’ The National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) has issued a stern warning against proposed constitutional amendments that could undermine the 18 February 2006 constitution. In […]
Côte d’Ivoire: Dr Edouard Fonh-Gbéi receives top honor at Africa’s economy builders event Abidjan, June 20, 2026 – Dr Edouard Fonh-Gbéi, Director-General of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Committee for Remote Sensing and Geographical Information (CNTIG), was […]
Despite a quiet summer transfer window so far, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) remains actively engaged in player recruitment. The club is reportedly eyeing Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United, but competition for the 21-year-old […]
Senegal’s constitutional council verdict in Ousmane Sonko case sparks debate The constitutional council’s decision to reinstate Ousmane Sonko to Senegal’s National Assembly has ignited intense legal and political discussions. While framed as a procedural ruling, […]
A decision that has sparked heated discussions is now in effect in Burkina Faso: Mio scooters are now permitted to use bike lanes. While some commuters praise the move as a step toward better traffic […]
Revolution in cashew processing: Côte d’Ivoire unveils groundbreaking biochar facility On June 18, 2026, government officials in Côte d’Ivoire officially launched Africa’s first large-scale industrial unit dedicated to converting cashew shells into biochar in the […]
The Gabonese government has officially unveiled its 2026-2035 energy roadmap at the African Energy Forum in Cape Town, positioning Libreville as a key player in the continent’s evolving energy landscape. Led by Minister of Universal […]
Turkey’s World Cup dreams shattered despite early numerical advantage In a stunning reversal of fortunes, Turkey suffered a second consecutive defeat in the World Cup, falling 0-1 to Paraguay. The match unfolded just days after […]
Computer glitch plunges Libreville into energy payment chaos Residents of Libreville are grappling with an unexpected digital blackout that has left thousands scrambling to keep their homes powered. The crisis began at dawn on June […]
Brazil 3 – Haiti 0: a masterclass in attacking football The Brazilian Seleção didn’t just win their World Cup opener in Philadelphia—they delivered a footballing masterpiece. A 3-0 victory over Haiti showcased everything that makes […]
van Hecke’s £60m move to Tottenham: a career milestone and a boost of confidence Jan Paul van Hecke during the Netherlands press conference on Friday Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke addressed the media ahead […]