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A landmark digitalization agreement has been signed by Chad’s Bureau national de fret terrestre (BNFT), Cameroon’s freight authority, and the Central African Republic’s transport body to transform trade corridors across Central Africa by 2030. Why […]
From May 12 to 15, 2026, Abidjan will host the 7th annual ID4Africa General Assembly at the Port-Bouët Exhibition Park. The event centers on the theme “Digital identity: from public digital infrastructure to digital public […]
The coordinated assaults by JNIM and FLA on April 25, 2026, signify a profound strategic shift in Mali since 2012. By striking simultaneously in Bamako, Kati, Kidal, Gao, and Sévaré, these two groups starkly revealed […]
Kidal’s fall: a turning point for Mali’s alliance with Russian mercenaries April 26, 2026, marked a dark chapter in Mali’s recent history. On that day, the city of Kidal—long hailed by Bamako as a symbol […]
The diplomatic landscape between Senegal and Botswana is undergoing a significant shift. Following a high-level meeting, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and President Duma Boko have expressed their commitment to fostering deeper economic collaboration between Dakar […]
The Paris Saint-Germain has confirmed that the highly anticipated Champions League final against Arsenal FC will be broadcast live at the Parc des Princes on Saturday, May 30. The announcement was made by the club, […]
Paris Saint-Germain targets Julian Alvarez to bolster attack With the summer transfer window drawing near, Paris Saint-Germain is actively exploring avenues to reinforce its offensive line-up. The PSG hierarchy has set its sights on Julian […]
The Senegal government is gearing up for the Nairobi 2026 summit with a clear mission: transform a diplomatic visit into a powerful economic magnet. Led by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Dakar has assembled a high-profile […]
The National Financial Intelligence Processing Unit (CENTIF) in Senegal has released its 2025 activity report, an annual assessment detailing the nation’s efforts in combating money laundering and the financing of terrorism. This document, made public […]
In a display of national unity, local leaders, students, and security forces gathered to witness a military parade in the northern region of Togo. The event, held in the Savanes region, highlighted the country’s commitment […]
BERD ramps up investments in Senegal under new leadership agenda During a high-level meeting with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (BERD) unveiled ambitious plans to expand its footprint […]
Over the past two decades, the landscape of major public contracts in Senegal has undergone a dramatic transformation. While French conglomerates once held sway over ports, stadiums, industrial zones, and hospitality projects, they now find […]