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Over 40 Burkinabè journalists, representing both state-owned and private media outlets, recently completed a week-long military training. The ruling junta has characterized this initiative as a “patriotic immersion,” declaring it will become an annual requirement […]
15 august 2026 19:50+02:00 Inter Milan completes £35m deal for Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur D. Spence Inter Milan Tottenham Hotspur Serie A Premier League Inter Milan has officially announced the signing of Djed Spence […]
Journalists Undergo Military Training in Burkina Faso In a recent development, over forty journalists from Burkina Faso completed a six-day military training program, described as a By Emmanuel Mbarga — Reporter
Senegal fuel prices surge after months of stability A warning issued by prominent opposition leader Ousmane Sonko in May has materialized as Senegal’s fuel prices skyrocket. The anticipated hike is now official. In an early-morning […]
The relationship between Morocco and Spain is currently navigating a period of significant challenges, prompting an urgent call for de-escalation from both sides. Patrick Martin-Genier, a distinguished teacher at Sciences Po, emphasized the necessity for […]
Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), arrived in Libreville on Friday for an official visit aimed at deepening bilateral relations with Gabon. The Gabonese presidency confirmed the visit, highlighting […]
Starting this Saturday, August 15, 2026, Senegal will see an increase in fuel prices, with super gasoline rising to 990 F CFA per liter and diesel climbing to 755 F CFA per liter. The Ministry […]
Damien Glez Franco-Burkinabè cartoonist and columnist. Cameroon presidential election 2025 Years-long judicial saga for post-election detainees In Cameroon, the aftermath of the 2025 presidential election continues to unfold in courtrooms rather than polling stations. Scores […]
Beneath the equatorial skies of Gabon, a nation is reshaping its destiny, leaving behind a legacy of challenges to embrace a future brimming with promise. The evidence is unmistakable: bold actions, tangible progress, and an […]
Understanding the financial lifeline behind Sahel insurgency A staggering $50 million ransom payment made in late 2025 to secure the release of foreign hostages in Mali has emerged as a critical funding stream for Al-Qaïda-affiliated […]
United, they allowed the President to remain within the Superior Council of Magistracy, despite earlier pledges for a reform that would have seen his departure. Together, they overlooked calls for applications to key leadership positions, […]
A significant adjustment to fuel prices in Sénégal has taken effect this August 15, 2026, following a government announcement. Both supercarburant (petrol) and gasoil (diesel) are impacted by these changes, which directly influence inflation, transport […]