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La Loi de finances rectificative (LFR) 2026 adoptée par le Sénat vise à renforcer les recettes de l’État tout en favorisant la production nationale. L’exonération de TVA sur certains produits…
State-controlled narratives portray the Burkina Faso under Captain Ibrahim Traoré as witnessing an unprecedented transformation, dubbing it a mythical « eldorado ». However, this discourse leans more toward political messaging…
FacebookTwitterWhatsApp Le Niger a franchi une nouvelle étape dans le déploiement du passeport biométrique de la Confédération des États du Sahel (AES). Jeudi 16 Juillet 2026, au Palais de la…
The African Union (AU) has called on Burkinabè authorities to expedite the return to constitutional order by holding elections and reopening the political space, while reaffirming its commitment to maintaining…
Economy Cameroon’s debt rating downgraded to speculative status Cameroon has received a fresh warning from international financial markets. On July 9, 2026, Fitch Ratings assigned a ‘B’ rating with a…
A shadowy network has taken root in the heart of Central Africa, transforming the region into a critical hub for illicit drug trafficking. Reports confirm that the Russian paramilitary group…
The 69th Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone, convened this Sunday at a pivotal moment for the regional bloc. Yet, the gathering unfolded without…
Limogeage : Waly Diouf Bodian rattrapé par sa publication sur Macky Sall Waly Diouf Bodian, fervent défenseur d’Ousmane Sonko, a été destitué de son poste à la direction du Port…
The Beninese customs have achieved a major victory in their ongoing fight against cross-border fraud. On July 12, 2026, a coordinated operation at the south-western border led to the interception…
Starting July 16, 2026, Gabon’s Ministry of Mines will launch a sweeping audit targeting all gold mining permits nationwide. This bold initiative signals a decisive move by the government to…
Three years ago, the PSG made history by selling Neymar to Al-Hilal for €90m, a record that Olivier Létang is eager to beat with Ayyoub Bouaddi. The LOSC president believes…
Actus. During his visit to Rabat on Thursday, July 16, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Moroccan authorities publicly affirmed a significant warming of relations between their two nations. Discussions…