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The jihadist blockade strangling Bamako since late April has turned preparations for Eid al-Adha 2026 into a grueling ordeal for hundreds of thousands of Malian households. The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims […]
Joseph Figueira’s ordeal in the Central African Republic (CAR) exemplifies Wagner’s sophisticated propaganda tactics, where a humanitarian worker’s detention became a tool to weaken Western influence. Seized in late May 2024 in the Mbomou region, […]
In an extraordinary account, Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira shares his two-year ordeal in Central African captivity. Arrested precisely two years ago in Zemio, a town in southeastern Central African Republic, Figueira was released on April […]
Ousmane Sonko a retrouvé ce week-end son domicile privé dakarois : « Ce soir, je dormirai le cœur léger », a réagi le désormais ancien premier ministre, vendredi soir, après que le président de la République, Bassirou Diomaye […]
Cotonou witnessed a historic moment on May 24, 2026, as the nation inaugurated its new president, Romuald Wadagni. Beyond the formalities of the ceremony, the guest list spoke volumes about a potential shift in Benin’s […]
The youth of Baga-Sola demonstrated solidarity this past Sunday, May 24, 2026, by rallying behind local defense and security forces in their ongoing battle against Boko Haram. Through the Coordination of Youth Associations of the […]
The Minister of Public Security and Immigration, General Ali Ahmat Aghabache, has issued strict directives this May 25, 2026, urging security forces to bolster protection around public spaces and places of worship during the upcoming […]
football Bundesliga Wolfsburg stunned by Paderborn in relegation playoff, relegated to 2.Bundesliga In a dramatic night in Paderborn, VfL Wolfsburg suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 extra-time defeat against SC Paderborn 07 in the relegation playoff, sealing […]
In a bold move to defend judicial integrity, the executive boards of Chad‘s Magistrates’ Union (SMT) and Independent Magistrates’ Union (SYAMAT) have lodged an official complaint against Ali Ahmat Aghabache, the country’s Public Security and […]
Senegal’s Political Landscape Shifts: New Prime Minister Takes Charge After Sonko’s Dismissal The political climate in Senegal has taken a decisive turn as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye reshapes the nation’s governance structure. On Monday, May […]
Senegal gets new prime minister after Sonko’s removal AFRICAN PRESS may 25, 2026 Set your preferred news source for Google updates. On may 25, 2026, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye appointed economist Ahmadou Al Aminou […]
In a decisive move to reclaim public thoroughfares, the 7th arrondissement of N’Djaména has initiated a sweeping operation to clear illegally occupied spaces along Avenue Taïwan. The campaign, launched Monday, May 25, aims to restore […]