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Human rights violations in DRC: contrasting realities between Kinshasa and eastern provinces The human rights situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) presents stark contrasts between the capital, Kinshasa, and the eastern provinces, according […]
Politics | Mali Fuel shortage in Ségou, Mali, disrupts daily life and business June 3, 2026 For months, Ségou has faced severe fuel shortages, with stockouts, price surges, and black markets grinding economic activity to […]
The bond between Niger and Algeria continues to deepen, marked by a significant milestone just hours before a crucial meeting in Niamey. Following the inauguration of a 40-megawatt power plant generously provided by Algeria, President […]
The upcoming groundbreaking ceremony for a new 40-megawatt power plant in N’Djamena marks a significant milestone in Chad’s energy infrastructure development. Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies Mourad Adjal confirmed this week in Niamey that […]
Le Premier ministre quitte Niamey au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger mercredi 03 juin 2026 17:23 NIAMEY – Le Premier ministre, M. Sifi Ghrieb, a quitté, mercredi, Niamey, au terme d’une visite officielle au […]
The recent issuance of an Interpol red notice against Sylvia Bongo and her son, Noureddin Bongo Valentin, has sparked widespread speculation about the legal implications they now face. This international alert, which triggers a coordinated […]
The Burkina Faso government has taken a decisive step toward modernizing public social initiatives through digital innovation. On June 2, 2026, in Ouagadougou, authorities unveiled dɛmɛ sira, a groundbreaking digital platform designed to foster national […]
Benin appoints Claudy Siar as presidential cultural envoy The renowned media personality and former host of the iconic Couleurs Tropicales show has been tapped for a high-profile role in Benin’s cultural diplomacy. Editorial Staff |June […]
Aldiouma Sow, a key figure in the Senegal political party Pastef les Patriotes, has publicly refuted claims of a secret agreement between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. In a detailed […]
Morocco’s bold e-commerce strategy to lead Africa’s digital marketplace The Moroccan government is accelerating efforts to transform the country into a leading e-commerce hub in Africa, with a comprehensive national roadmap under development. The Ministry […]
Young activists set conditions for constitutional reform in Kinshasa Young activists gathered in Kinshasa to voice their demands for constitutional reform conditions A dynamic youth movement in Kinshasa has taken center stage in the national […]
The promising start to Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa export campaign, with nearly 1 million tons already sold under contracts for the 2026-27 harvest, may face disruption due to the anticipated arrival of El Niño in July, […]