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Maurice Digbeu Kipré, visionary founder and CEO of Serenity, one of Côte d’Ivoire’s leading insurance firms, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Abidjan. He was 75 years old. With a solid academic foundation […]
Senegal’s road to AFCON 2027: group J challenges revealed The journey for Senegal, the reigning champions, towards the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 has officially begun with the announcement of their qualifying group. The Lions […]
In N’Djamena and across Chad’s urban centers, sports betting and online gambling are rapidly gaining traction among young people. Driven by the promise of quick winnings, digital entertainment, and the pervasive influence of the internet, […]
Residents across Senegal are up in arms over the latest pricing announcement from Starlink, the satellite internet provider making waves in the West African connectivity market. The company’s newly unveiled tariffs have triggered a wave […]
In a move aimed at easing the burden on low-income families, Niger’s transitional administration has introduced a decree capping residential rents in Niamey at a range of 15,000 to 80,000 West African CFA francs. While […]
Burkina Faso’s displaced people cry foul over missing agricultural aid An ambitious government-backed agricultural scheme, touted as a lifeline for internally displaced persons (IDPs) relocated to Kaya, has instead become another symbol of mismanagement and […]
Premier League Arsenal inches closer to Premier League glory with title on the line Updated today at 12:55 Share Share WhatsApp LinkedIn Email Messenger A narrow victory over Burnley on Monday (1-0) propelled Arsenal into […]
Navigating leadership constraints: Can Ousmane Sonko steer PASTEF past article 17? As the 2026 general congress of PASTEF approaches, the question of Ousmane Sonko’s eligibility to continue leading the party under the provisions of Article […]
The highly anticipated Premier League showdown between Manchester City and Aston Villa is set to unfold at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, May 24, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 5:00 PM local time. This final-day […]
The recent enactment of Senegal’s revised Electoral Code has ignited a fierce political debate, with critics questioning whether the changes tilt the playing field in favor of the ruling coalition. Tafsir Thioye, an independent lawmaker […]
Matvey Safonov has solidified his position as the first-choice goalkeeper for Paris Saint-Germain this season, but the club’s hierarchy is already eyeing his potential replacement. With the French capital club fresh off securing another Ligue […]
African Politics Dakar reshapes the future of Francophonie in Africa By Staff May 19, 2026 164 No comment Dakar, May 19, 2026 — A gathering of over 200 African parliamentarians and institutional leaders in Dakar […]