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The latest Council of Ministers meeting in Dakar took a sharp turn this week when Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko publicly criticized the sluggish pace of judicial proceedings, particularly those tied…
The Nigerien government finalized a landmark decision on May 18, 2026, during a cabinet meeting, to establish a national uranium mining company and revoke the mining concession held by the…
Flags of Côte d’Ivoire and Morocco © DR Côte d’Ivoire reaffirms unwavering support for Morocco’s territorial integrity Rabat, Morocco — High-level diplomatic exchanges between Côte d’Ivoire and Morocco have resulted…
Political figures Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye In the heart of Dakar, a high-stakes political chessboard is unfolding. The recent exchanges between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko are reshaping…
The political landscape of Senegal is at a pivotal moment as two prominent figures, Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko, engage in a high-stakes battle of dialogues. Their conversations are…
After ten years of decisive leadership, President Patrice Talon delivered a solemn farewell address to the nation of Benin, marking the end of an era defined by sweeping reforms and…
Tensions have escalated between Senegal and France following the adoption of a stringent anti-LGBT+ law in Dakar and the detention of a French national in early 2026. The legislative changes…
In a recently published biography titled « Auguste Miremont, from Houphouët to Ouattara, candidly… », the former Ivorian Minister of Communication and longtime director of Fraternité Matin shares intimate insights…
Following the international conference on the Hajj held this Wednesday in Jeddah under the aegis of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, key recommendations were issued to ensure the…
Patrice Talon delivers heartfelt farewell to Benin as tenure ends In a solemn message addressed to the nation, outgoing President Patrice Talon reflects on a transformative decade of governance. Editorial…
During a high-level meeting in Rabat, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Kacou Adom, reaffirmed his country’s unwavering commitment to supporting Morocco’s royal-led initiatives aimed at accelerating Africa’s development. The…
The capital city of Chad, N’Djamena, is buzzing with anticipation as Eid al-Adha, also known as Tabaski, approaches. Markets, streets, and livestock markets across the city are teeming with activity,…