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On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the Togolese President, Faure Gnassingbé, will embark on an official visit to Kampala at the invitation of the Ugandan leader, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. This diplomatic mission underscores the commitment of […]
On an official visit to Togo’s northern border areas, President and Commander-in-Chief Faure Gnassingbé conducted a strategic assessment of the Operation Koundjoaré zone this week. The mission focused on reviewing security conditions and reinforcing the […]
Côte d’Ivoire champions humane migration governance at UN forum The Côte d’Ivoire has taken center stage at the second session of the International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) at the United Nations headquarters in New York, […]
escalating homophobic persecution in Senegal: lgbtq+ individuals face brutal crackdown hundreds of men have been arrested in recent weeks, some even lynched by mobs, as Senegal’s anti-lgbtq+ laws are drastically tightened with sentences up to […]
PETROSEN refutes fuel shortage allegations in Senegal PETROSEN, Senegal’s national petroleum company, has issued a strong denial regarding circulating rumors about an imminent fuel shortage in the country. The company emphasizes that fuel supply operations […]
Mali travel disruptions as jihadists block roads to Bamako The ongoing blockade of key roads leading to Bamako, orchestrated by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) following attacks on April 25, […]
Mali travel disruptions escalate as Bamako-bound routes face jihadist blockades Travelers in Mali are grappling with severe disruptions following a series of road blockades targeting key routes leading to Bamako. The Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal […]
JTE Gbi de fer advocates for anti-begging policies in Abidjan In a bold move to address social challenges, JTE Gbi de fer has publicly endorsed measures aimed at reducing street begging in Abidjan. This initiative […]
At the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of the Sénégal delivered a standout speech that captivated global leaders, including Patrice Motsepe, Emmanuel Macron, and William Ruto. His opening remark, « Le […]
Nigerian fishermen are feared dead after Chad’s military launched airstrikes targeting Boko Haram bases on several islands in Lake Tchad, which extends into Nigerien territory. The operation follows a recent assault by the armed group […]
In Nairobi, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye engaged in diplomatic discussions with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties and addressing pressing global challenges. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Africa […]
After years of stringent restrictions banning public gatherings, the political opposition in Togo successfully organized a gathering in Lomé this past weekend. The event, sanctioned by authorities, raises a critical question: Is Togo witnessing a […]