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The grand ballroom of the Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa buzzed with energy on Friday, July 17, 2026, as Benin and the World Bank officially unveiled the Country Partnership Framework (CPP) 2026-2036. This landmark […]
Cotonou unveils bold economic transformation plan backed by landmark financing Cotonou is accelerating its structural transformation with a visionary financing package worth $320 million approved in a landmark agreement with the World Bank. The dual […]
Gabon has significantly reinforced its standing as one of the most appealing economies within the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) for foreign direct investment (FDI). Data from the World Investment Report 2026 by […]
What initially appeared to be a sealed deal for Ibrahima Ba’s transfer to RC Strasbourg has unexpectedly collapsed, sending shockwaves through the football world. While the official narrative points to a failed medical examination, the […]
Strasbourg transfer saga: agent claims club backtracked on Ibrahima Ba deal The anticipated move of Senegalese defender Ibrahima Ba to Racing Club de Strasbourg collapsed at the last moment on Saturday. His agent strongly denies […]
The visuals captured during Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s visit to the Yaadga region depict a heartfelt reception, with crowds lining the streets to greet and farewell the Head of State. For his supporters, these gatherings symbolize […]
Niger: journalist released after 14 months in custody News update a moment of relief for local media — Hamid Mahmoud, a journalist with Radio Sahara FM in Agadez, had been held since May 2025 following […]
Following the highly anticipated return of former President Macky Sall to Senegal, public discourse has intensified, with prominent voices weighing in on the implications of his arrival. Among the most vocal critics is political commentator […]
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has formally requested a constitutional advisory opinion to explore the possibility of holding legislative and local elections simultaneously in 2027. This strategic move, announced this week, unfolds against a backdrop […]
Economy Gabon faces mounting debt crisis as public finances strain By Editor-in-Chief July 18, 2026 112 No comments Libreville, July 18, 2026 – The figure many had feared has now been confirmed. Gabon’s public debt […]
A historic convoy of 950 fuel tankers has finally reached Bamako, delivering a lifeline to a capital city choked by severe gasoline shortages. The massive procession, escorted by Mali’s armed forces, arrives at a time […]
Breaking News Société: Kinshasa : le FONER lance les travaux de construction de son futur siège⠀ ⠀ Santé: Ebola en RDC : OCHA réajuste le Plan humanitaire 2026, avec 10,8 millions de personnes ciblées ⠀ […]