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General Abdourahamane Tiani concluded a landmark official visit to Ankara on June 5, 2026, marking his first international mission outside of Africa since assuming leadership in July 2023. This historic…
During a high-level diplomatic mission to Ankara, General Abdourahamane Tchiani disclosed that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan authorized the transfer of military hardware to Niger prior to any financial settlement. While…
The Burkinabè Etalons completed another series of friendly matches preparing for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). After a goalless draw (0-0), Burkina Faso and Mali once again…
Political history in the Democratic Republic of Congo has frequently followed a grim pattern: calls for civil action usually result in Kinshasa being engulfed by tear gas, gunfire, and the…
During a major gathering at the Dakar Arena, Ousmane Sonko signaled a definitive end to behavioral lapses within his movement, calling for a profound transformation of the militant mindset. The…
Chad prepares for 2026 baccalaureate exams with over 106,000 candidates The Republic of Chad is poised for its 2026 baccalaureate examinations, with an impressive 106,231 candidates registered. Rigorous measures and…
In a vibrant display of political momentum, Ousmane Sonko took center stage during the recent Pastef congress in Dakar. The Prime Minister, known for his firm stance, delivered a speech…
Beneath the widely publicized deployment of Africa Corps paramilitaries in the Sahel, a far more clandestine logistical apparatus operates in the shadows. While global attention remains fixed on uniformed personnel,…
Less than two years after taking power, the tandem of Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko has fractured. After months of tensions, the Senegalese president dismissed his prime minister. Over…
The prospect of a motion of censure hangs over the new administration, yet no formal general policy statement has been scheduled. While such a declaration is not strictly mandatory under…
With the commencement of Romuald Wadagni’s tenure in the nation’s highest office, Bénin embarks on a pivotal trajectory in its developmental policy. Central to this new era is the revitalization…
The Ministry of National Education has released the results of the first part of the baccalaureate (BAC I) for the 2026 session. A total of 76,259 candidates sat for this…