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Leandro Trossard completes surprise move from Arsenal to Besiktas The long-speculated transfer has now been confirmed: Belgian winger Leandro Trossard will no longer be seen wearing the Arsenal jersey, as…
Burkina Faso diplomats leave Paris amid strained relations with France The Burkina Faso government’s decision to terminate its diplomatic ties with France has led to the closure of its embassy…
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire – July 14, 2026 The second edition of the International Skilled Professions and Competencies Forum (FIMEC) will take place on July 15-16 in Abidjan, with the aim…
International Tchad and Russia deepen ties in defence and diplomacy A landmark agreement on visa exemptions for diplomats and preparations for the Russia-Africa Summit highlight the growing strategic partnership between…
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu embarks on his first international trip since assuming office, setting his sights first on Doha before a landmark visit to Rabat. The two-day agenda in…
Gabon’s pioneering open innovation challenge launches in Libreville Gabon’s Ministry of Digital Economy, Digitalization and Innovation, in partnership with the Gabonese Business Federation (FEG), has officially inaugurated Kimba Connect 2026—the…
INTERSOS is currently recruiting a Mission Leader for its operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The position is a 12-month contract, starting September 1, 2026. Applications close July…
French international Lucas Digne, currently competing in the 2026 World Cup with the Bleus, has quietly finalized his return to Paris Saint-Germain this summer. The 32-year-old left-back, who began his…
Economy Gabon’s aviation authority faces scrutiny amid reform efforts By Managing Editor July 14, 2026 178 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, July 14, 2026 — Institutions are the backbone of any…
Key facts Provisional toll: 24 fatalities and 36 injuries among 69 passengers and crew Location: Touba-Biankouma route, near Bafingdala village, Bafing region (northwest) Time: Monday, July 13, 2026, around 11:30…
The key points Regional alliance: Four major West African cocoa producers—representing over 60% of global output—signed the Abuja Declaration on July 14, 2026 Strategic goal: Shift from exporting raw beans…
Nearly six years into Mali’s transitional period, a high-profile legal case has resurfaced, drawing renewed attention to allegations of conspiracy and state destabilization. At the heart of the matter are…