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Ousmane Diagne has been officially sworn in as the new president of Senegal’s Constitutional Council, marking a pivotal moment for the country’s highest constitutional authority. The solemn ceremony, held in Dakar on Tuesday, August 11, […]
The judicial proceedings in the high-profile extradition case involving activist Kémi Séba have hit an unexpected roadblock after a sudden power failure at the Pretoria detention facility. The court session, scheduled to address his legal […]
12h30 : À lire avant ce match, cet article pour comprendre tous les enjeux : Sans filet, l’OL doit renverser le Sparta pour déjà éviter l’échec et la tension 12h : Bonjour et bienvenue pour […]
During a recent television appearance, former minister Aly Ngouille Ndiaye made a striking revelation about Senegal’s fonds spéciaux—special state funds allocated to the Prime Minister’s office. According to Ngouille Ndiaye, Ousmane Sonko holds the distinction […]
Ebola in Democratic Republic of Congo surpasses 2,000 deaths The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now claimed over 2,000 lives, according to the latest official figures released this week. The virus […]
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo crosses 2,000 death mark The Ebola outbreak ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has now claimed over 2,000 lives, pushing this health crisis closer to the grim […]
French international striker Randal Kolo Muani has shared insights into his challenging spell with Tottenham Hotspur, revealing that his desire to return to Juventus significantly impacted his performances in North London. The 27-year-old attacker, who […]
Legal counsel clarifies client’s stance in ongoing professional dispute A sharp legal exchange has unfolded as legal representatives for Sani Mouhamadou issue a formal rebuttal to allegations made in a recent press release. The document, […]
The Bénin Senate has officially adopted its internal operating regulations, a comprehensive framework adopted on July 30, 2026 in Porto-Novo. This 103-article document establishes the rules for the institution’s organization, functioning, and intervention, clarifying the […]
In Burkina Faso, economic realities are increasingly confronting grand geopolitical narratives. The issue of fuel costs today stands as one of the most revealing examples. While the administration of Captain Ibrahim Traoré has, for several […]
Senegal’s Pastef drives constitutional reform and ‘secret funds’ oversight National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko initiated Senegal’s first extraordinary parliamentary session of the year on Monday, August 10. Legislators are set to review five key proposals […]
As the persistent shadow of terrorist threats looms large over the critical “three borders” region, Niger is actively forging crucial military alliances to bolster its armed forces. Under relentless pressure from aggressive non-state armed groups, […]