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Why Kalev Mutond’s passing exposes deeper fault lines in Congo’s security structure The sudden death of Kalev Mutond, former director-general of the DR Congo’s intelligence services, has sent shockwaves through…
The Nigerien oil sector is facing an unprecedented financial storm. At its heart lies the mounting debt of the National Petroleum Products Company (SONIDEP) to the Zinder Refining Company (SORAZ),…
The docking of France’s Mistral helicopter carrier in Dakar wasn’t merely a routine naval visit—it was a calculated demonstration of evolving security priorities. Ambassador Christine Fages’ remarks during the October…
Kinshasa, October 2026 — The national dialogue initiated by President Félix Tshisekedi is far more than a political announcement—it reflects deep structural challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).…
What really happened inside the Grand Mosque when panic erupted Just before midnight in Mecca, the sacred tawaf rituals around the Kaaba came to an abrupt halt. The harmonious flow…
Benin’s current 19th-place ranking in Africa’s tourism sector is more than just a number—it’s a call to action. According to the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index, the…
The political landscape of Guinea-Bissau has once again descended into chaos, with the fate of former President Umaro Sissoco Embaló hanging in the balance. The military junta’s abrupt refusal to…
The scene at Lomé’s Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport on that fateful afternoon was one no traveler should ever witness. What began as a routine day rapidly descended into chaos when…
An unprecedented institutional clash in Dakar has exposed the deep divide over Senegal’s special funds reform. The National Assembly, led by Ousmane Sonko, has once again bypassed the government, forcing…
In Niger, the press freedom crisis has reached a critical turning point. The sudden disappearance and subsequent detention of Moussa Kaka—a veteran journalist and senior correspondent based in Niamey—has sent…
Lamu, Kenya — A defining moment for African industrial ambition unfolded on September 30, 2026, as Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni joined regional leaders at the groundbreaking ceremony for East Africa’s…
Air Sénégal crew suspension: mounting fallout and an uncertain road ahead RFI jeu. 1 octobre 2026 à 9:45 AM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur…