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On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, President Romuald Wadagni announced a landmark financial allocation of one billion West African CFA francs. Earmarked exclusively for public health facilities, this unprecedented funding initiative is designed to ensure the […]
Ouagadougou and Belgrade are taking concrete steps to strengthen their bilateral relationship, with a focus on defense, security, and professional training. A high-level delegation of Serbian lawmakers, led by Slavenko Ristic, President of the Defense […]
Chad’s health minister initiates critical polio vaccination campaign alongside vitamin A supplementation and deworming The campaign, launched by Dr. Abdelmadjid Abderahim, Minister of Public Health and Prevention, targets over 6.4 million children under five years […]
Activist Nassirou Bodo jailed after criticizing Niger’s transitional authorities Nassirou Bodo has been remanded in custody at Niamey’s central prison following his appearance before prosecutors on Wednesday evening, local sources confirmed. Civil society leader Kaka […]
The Groupement des Écoles Militaires Interarmées (GEMIA) in N’Djamena recently hosted a momentous event celebrating the graduation of its sixth cohort of Enfants de Troupe, alongside an awards ceremony recognizing academic and leadership excellence. High-ranking […]
Economy Mobile phone taxes: Cameroon’s digital ambition faces self-sabotage Every nation that has successfully navigated a digital transition prioritized connecting citizens first, lowering technology access costs, and fostering an inclusive digital economy. Cameroon, however, is […]
IMF flags fiscal dominance risks in Morocco’s monetary policy The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published findings from a comprehensive study examining the independence of central banks across the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, […]
Politics France and Gabon forge a strategic partnership for the future By Editor-in-Chief June 4, 2026 81 No comment Libreville, June 4, 2026 – The state visit Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema will undertake […]
The outskirts of Niamey’s international airport are buzzing with urgent activity as residents scramble to dismantle their own homes ahead of an impending demolition order. Roofs, doors, and windows are being hastily removed from structures […]
After months of relative silence, political commentator and 2016 presidential hopeful Dieudonné Minlama Mintogo has broken his public silence with a stark warning to Gabon’s new leadership. In an exclusive statement, he cautions against what […]
Jihadist leaders become top targets as Bamako ramps up counter-terrorism efforts The Malian government has escalated its fight against militant groups by announcing substantial financial rewards for the capture or elimination of key leaders responsible […]
Mali intensifies hunt for jihadist and rebel leaders with substantial bounties The Malian government has escalated its efforts to combat terrorism by announcing substantial financial rewards for the capture or elimination of high-profile leaders linked […]