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Laurent Gbagbo remains at the helm of his Ivorian political party After initially signaling his intention to step down, former Ivorian president Laurent Gbagbo has been re-elected as leader of the Parti des peuples africains […]
Moscow’s hollow roar: where was Russia when Venezuela needed it most? Some silences speak louder than words. Others reveal the unmistakable scent of strategic retreat. When Caracas convulsed in early 2026—after a sweeping American military […]
At the Stade Orange Vélodrome, Olympique de Marseille faces Stade Rennais in a must-win clash to secure a spot in next season’s UEFA Europa Conference League. With just one matchday left in Ligue 1, the […]
After years of political uncertainty and public debate over his potential retirement, former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo has once again taken center stage in Côte d’Ivoire’s political arena. His unexpected decision to remain at the […]
Chad N’Djamena tackles unregulated minibus stops for safer transport N’Djamena’s lack of designated minibus stops creates safety hazards and urban chaos. Structural solutions are urgently needed to enhance mobility and public safety in the capital. […]
Historic infrastructure pact signed between Algeria and Chad In a significant move to bolster bilateral ties, Algeria and Chad have inked a landmark agreement in N’Djamena, Chad’s capital, aimed at accelerating infrastructure development and advancing […]
New advanced training programs to elevate Benin’s security forces The Porto-Novo National Police College inaugurated a new cycle of preparatory training on May 14, 2026, marking a pivotal step in strengthening Benin’s internal security apparatus. […]
The regulatory body of PASTEF-Les Patriotes, the High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP), has officially initiated the process to elect the party’s president on May 14, 2026. According to the published decision (n°001/2026/HARP), candidates can […]
Politics Chad Tchad: One Year Since Opposition Leader Succès Masra Remains Behind Bars May 16, 2026 As the anniversary of Succès Masra’s detention arrives, his party faces an uncertain future while authorities tighten their grip […]
The month of May has long been synonymous with upheaval in Senegalese society. For nearly six decades, waves of protests—academic, union-led, and political—have repeatedly swept across the nation during this period. Now, as the calendar […]
Côte d’Ivoire braces for sheep shortage ahead of Tabaski The recent decision by Burkina Faso to indefinitely halt cattle exports has sent ripples of concern across Côte d’Ivoire. With the country’s Tabaski demand estimated at […]
The Chadian government has firmly rejected allegations of civilian casualties in recent airstrikes along Lake Chad, labeling the claims as attempts to undermine national defense efforts against terrorism in the region. Gassim Chérif Mahamat, government […]