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As the sacred festival of Tabaski approaches, the streets of Bamako are filled with an unexpected sight: sheep. Vendors display their livestock prominently along boulevards and empty football pitches, a visible sign that the capital’s […]
As the summer transfer window heats up, Julian Alvarez has emerged as one of the most sought-after strikers in European football. The Argentine forward, currently plying his trade at Atlético Madrid, has drawn the interest […]
Abidjan, May 20, 2026 – Pierre N’Gou Dimba, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Health, Public Hygiene, and Universal Health Coverage, recently underscored the nation’s unwavering dedication to integrating nutrition as a fundamental element within its broader […]
In a bid to strengthen administrative oversight and local governance, Chad’s Vice-Prime Minister for Territorial Administration, Limane Mahamat, arrived in Moundou on May 19, 2026, for an assessment mission. Southern provinces converge for governance review […]
Breaking parliamentary session: Sonko faces lawmakers in unexpected shift Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is set to engage in a high-stakes parliamentary session tomorrow, where he will address a live audience of lawmakers during the […]
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye outlines strategic directives at presidential palace During a pivotal ministerial session at the presidential palace, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye delivered a series of decisive instructions to the executive branch led by […]
Mali: opposition leader Mountaga Tall and eldest son missing under disputed circumstances Escalating concerns surround the whereabouts of prominent opposition figure and lawyer Mountaga Tall and his eldest son, Cheick Mamadou Tall, after both vanished […]
The streets of Kidal remain under the grip of armed groups, where the rhythm of daily life is dictated by the presence of rebel forces. Residents navigate a landscape marked by checkpoints and the ever-present […]
Mohamed Maouloud assumes leadership of Mauritania’s opposition coalition amid a pivotal moment, following the historic turnout of tens of thousands at a mass rally in Nouakchott. The road ahead for Mauritania’s opposition coalition Mauritania stands […]
Government ramps up flood preparedness with decisive measures The Senegalese government has rolled out a series of urgent directives to bolster flood prevention ahead of the upcoming rainy season. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko convened a […]
During the latest Council of Ministers meeting, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a stark assessment of the country’s market infrastructure, revealing deep-rooted challenges that demand immediate action. Analyzing the state of Senegal’s commercial facilities, […]
During the Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko emphasized the urgent need to strengthen flood prevention and management strategies across the country. His remarks underscored the collaborative […]