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The Constitutional Council recently declared itself incompetent to rule on the deputy status of Ousmane Sonko, who holds the position of second-highest-ranking official in the country. This decision has ignited sharp reactions, particularly from the […]
Unplanned interception in Markounda In a swift and unexpected move, armed personnel believed to be Russian mercenaries conducted a surprise operation in Markounda, leading to the forcible detention of Didot Ali and several of his […]
With the 2026 World Cup in full swing, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is intensifying its summer transfer efforts. The club has already identified several targets, including Yan Diomandé, the winger from RB Leipzig. His standout performance […]
The Jëf-Jël alliance, led by Talla Sylla, has responded to the Constitutional Council‘s recent decision regarding Ousmane Sonko‘s parliamentary status with a call for immediate legal recourse. The party acknowledged the ruling—issued on June 17, […]
The Republic of Bénin has taken a decisive step toward reinforcing its agricultural sovereignty by securing a FCFA 12.57 billion financing package from the Islamic Development Bank (IDB). This unprecedented investment is earmarked for the […]
An audacious assault by suspected jihadist militants struck the heart of Niamey’s international airport on Thursday morning, leaving eleven soldiers and two civilians dead in a brutal exchange of gunfire and explosions. what happened during […]
Yaoundé prepares to host major francophone parliamentary gathering With global attention turning toward Africa’s diplomatic calendar, Cameroon is making final preparations to host a landmark event next year. The 51st General Assembly of the Assemblée […]
Culture Théâtre: Amour, rivalités et trahisons By Marguerite Ndongo — Political and Security Analyst
As the summer transfer window swings into full swing, one name dominates the headlines: Julian Alvarez. The 26-year-old Argentine striker, fresh off his World Cup triumph, has become football’s most sought-after asset this season. While […]
Niger’s capital, Niamey, lived through a harrowing morning as a prolonged gunfight erupted near the Diori Hamani International Airport. The intense exchanges lasted nearly two hours, leaving the city on edge and prompting immediate response […]
Recent investigative findings by journalist Thomas Dietrich cast a stark light on the intricate security mechanisms upholding Faure Gnassingbé’s regime in Togo. These revelations suggest that Danny Yatom, a former head of Israel’s Mossad, directly […]
In a stunning move that reshaped the Spanish football landscape, Bernardo Silva has officially signed with Real Madrid, leaving the Paris Saint-Germain to rethink their transfer strategy. The Portuguese midfielder, who became a free agent […]