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The Faso Mêbo agency, established under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, was envisioned by Burkina Faso’s transitional authorities as a cornerstone of national reconstruction and restored sovereignty. While official narratives emphasize patriotism and collective […]
The escalating threat of terrorism across the Sahel has prompted Abidjan to underscore the urgency of collective action. As armed groups continue to destabilize the region, Côte d’Ivoire is calling on its neighbors—Mali and Burkina […]
The economic hub of Benin is hosting a pivotal gathering from June 17 to 19, 2026, as high-level officials from West Africa converge in Cotonou for the second meeting of the National Competent Authorities (NCA) […]
West Africa’s cocoa powerhouses, Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana, have reinforced their alliance to drive a sustainable cocoa economy amid mounting global and climate pressures. At a high-level summit on the joint Cocoa Initiative, held in […]
The Government of Bénin has initiated a decisive campaign against the widespread use of skin-lightening products. Effective May 5th, the sale of certain creams, lotions, and other skin-whitening substances is now prohibited nationwide. This stringent […]
Routine border check uncovers clandestine crossing near Kassouala A routine security operation at the Okpara bridge checkpoint in Kassouala, northeastern Bénin, has led to the interception of a 24-person migrant group attempting to cross into […]
The long-awaited reopening of the Bénin-Niger border is drawing closer after nearly two years of near-total shutdown. Insiders in Cotonou and Niamey report that both governments are finalizing technical negotiations to restore the flow of […]
Since departing from the Prime Minister’s office, Ousmane Sonko has fundamentally altered his public communication approach. The leader of Pastef has adopted a more measured, nuanced, and conciliatory tone, deliberately moving away from his previous […]
In a bold move to position Gabon as a leading medical hub in Central Africa, transitional leader Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to comprehensive healthcare reform. The strategy encompasses three core […]
The Russian Africa Corps has significantly altered its approach in Mali, redeploying its forces away from the northern regions to prioritize the protection of the capital, Bamako, and the ruling junta, while providing aerial support […]
Life-saving care takes priority over financial concerns in Benin Benin has entered a new chapter in its healthcare system, placing human life above all else. Medical emergencies now receive immediate attention without financial barriers, as […]
Following President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s State of the Nation address, Pierre-Claver Maganga Moussavou, leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), shared his perspective in a candid interview. As a former Vice President of Gabon, […]