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Mali’s military claims orchestrated attack on transitional leadership Following the April 25 attacks in Bamako that claimed the life of General Sadio Camara—second-in-command to Mali’s transitional president—an uneasy calm has settled over the capital. Military […]
Senegal u17 squad aims for 2026 can glory with tough group stage ahead The Senegalese U17 national team is gearing up for a high-stakes campaign at the 2026 African Nations Cup U17, set to take […]
A deadly assault on a military installation in Chad’s Lac Province has left at least 24 soldiers dead and numerous others injured, authorities confirmed on Tuesday, May 5. The attack, which occurred Monday evening near […]
The President of the Republic of Bénin, Patrice Talon, has been bestowed with a rare honor that sets a precedent for sitting heads of state. On May 2, 2026, the Vodun community in Bénin awarded […]
On Monday, May 4, 2026, the village of Doungouro, nestled in Niger’s Tillabéri region, became the scene of a profound double tragedy. Following a deadly incursion by the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) […]
a technological breakthrough to purify Benin’s water In the bustling port city of Cotonou, a Beninese startup named SSaFE is redefining innovation. Spearheaded by chemical engineer Marielle Agbahoungbata, a groundbreaking AI-driven filtration system promises to […]
The head coach of the Sénégal U17 national team, Lamine Sané, has officially released the list of 23 players selected for the CAN U17 2026. This prestigious continental tournament is scheduled to take place in […]
AS FAR challenges CAF over referee choice for champions league final Morocco’s football powerhouse, AS FAR, has strongly opposed the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to appoint Jean-Jacques Ndala as the referee for the […]
Omar Daf has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the vacant Mali national team manager position. The Senegalese coach, who recently parted ways with Amiens in France, is now eyeing a high-profile role […]
The Ivorian government has implemented a significant policy change. To bolster the national carrier, Air Côte d’Ivoire, and enhance the affordability of air travel, a substantial 25% reduction in passenger levies has been formally enacted. […]
Talk about making a statement! The Bénin national U20 women’s team, affectionately known as the Amazones, pulled off a fantastic 1-1 draw on Saturday while visiting Côte d’Ivoire. This result against the formidable Éléphantes gives […]
As he prepares to hand over power to Romuald Wadagni, President Patrice Talon leaves behind a nation significantly reshaped. From modernizing essential infrastructure to fostering political stability, the past ten years of governance have been […]