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Another violent assault attributed to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) has once again plunged Mali into mourning, underscoring the persistent insecurity plaguing multiple regions. Armed…
Since July 4, 2026, Côte d’Ivoire has been at the center of a groundbreaking initiative for African taekwondo. Grand Master Yun Ung Suk, President of Kukkiwon, alongside Secretary General Lee…
Breaking News Politique: Fête nationale française : Rémi Maréchaux réaffirme le soutien de la France aux initiatives de paix en RDC et souligne son rôle au Conseil de sécurité de…
Abidjan, July 15, 2026 — On Monday, July 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM, the Minister of Planning and Development, Souleymane Diarrassouba, will take center stage at the Government Meetings, a…
West African nations deepen maritime ties to unlock blue economy potential Dakar witnessed a landmark gathering of maritime leaders this month as Senegal and Guinea-Bissau solidified their commitment to advancing…
Politics Gabon’s new governance: bridging Libreville and provinces through trust By Editor-in-Chief July 15, 2026 141 No comment On a rare Wednesday morning in Libreville, 150 delegates from Gabon’s Ogooué-Maritime…
In a heartfelt tribute marking Ousmane Sonko’s birthday, prominent Senegalese figure Modou Mbaye publicly endorsed the opposition leader’s political stance, calling him a rare example of honesty in public service.…
africa water policies Water: Africa’s emerging strategic battleground 211 No comment The African continent is currently in the midst of what may well become one of the most consequential geopolitical…
The presidents of Togo and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé and Floribert Anzuluni, respectively, held talks in the capital city Pya on July 14. The meeting…
The French National Day was marked by a strong statement from Senegal, as Minister Moussa Sarr outlined the country’s vision for a renewed partnership with Paris. Speaking during the celebrations,…
Once confined to Gabonese traditions, the iboga plant is now poised for a groundbreaking industrial transformation. As the opioid crisis grips the United States, this native shrub is attracting unprecedented…
The Burkina Faso government has declared two European Union diplomats persona non grata, requiring them to leave the country within 72 hours. This decision, announced on Tuesday, July 14, 2026,…