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Senegal influencers sentenced to prison for criticizing the president Three Senegalese social media personalities, once aligned with the former ruling party Pastef, have been handed firm prison sentences following the publication of a controversial video […]
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces a severe escalation of the Ebola virus outbreak, which began on May 15 in Ituri Province. The rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain, for which no approved vaccine or targeted […]
During an official visit to Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon’s Head of State, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, conducted an extensive field tour on August 6, 2026, across key infrastructure sites in Abidjan. The visit aimed to […]
Mali’s urgent health projects gain momentum with new Bamako hospitals The Malian government has reported significant progress in the construction of two critical health facilities in Bamako’s Commune III and Commune VI. These hospitals are […]
With oil output steadily declining, Gabon is shifting its economic strategy toward mining to fuel growth and reduce reliance on hydrocarbons. The government plans to open eight new mines by 2030, tapping into the country’s […]
Politique Senegal presents its transition plan to bissau Guinea A high-level Senegalese delegation engaged in critical talks with Guinea-Bissau’s military leadership this week, advancing regional mediation efforts ahead of the constitutional referendum scheduled for late […]
The National Council of Education (CNE) convened its third consultative assembly in Cotonou from August 5 to 7, 2026. This crucial gathering focused intently on advancing scientific and technological fields within the nation’s educational framework. […]
first prisoner exchange in dr Congo peace talks with m23 rebels breaking news. The Congolese government has handed over 15 prisoners to the M23 rebel group, marking the first such exchange since the prisoner swap […]
Accueil Dernières dépêches Congolese authorities have handed over 15 detainees to the M23 anti-government group, which operates in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (RDC). This action represents a long-anticipated initial step within the ongoing […]
Politics Democracy under pressure across Sub-Saharan Africa This week, we examine the state of democracy in several Sub-Saharan African nations—including Senegal, Madagascar, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—where political landscapes are shifting under intense pressure. The […]
The intricate legal proceedings surrounding the high-profile Martinez Zogo affair in Yaoundé, Cameroon, have recently taken a contentious turn. During critical hearings at the military tribunal, Colonel Otoulou’s testimony reportedly evolved into a heated confrontation, […]