Royal diplomacy in Morocco as uae president visits Rabat
The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed Ben Zayed Al-Nahyane, held a high-level meeting in Rabat this week during the latter’s…
Algerian prime minister begins official visit to Niger
Algerian Prime Minister kicks off landmark diplomatic mission to Niger Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – 10:34 Algiers — Empowered by the Algerian President, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb arrived…
New french ambassador reshapes Morocco relations amid strategic shift
new french ambassador reshapes Morocco relations amid strategic shift Philippe Lalliot officially assumes his role as France’s ambassador to Morocco, following his mid-May appointment. His mission: consolidate a new bilateral…
Sénégal’s slide into authoritarianism under president bassirou diomaye faye
Senegal stands at a critical juncture as its political landscape undergoes a profound transformation under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The nation, once celebrated for its democratic traditions, now faces mounting…
Abidjan clears Zimbabwe district, displacing thousands in urban overhaul
In Côte d’Ivoire, the autonomous district of Abidjan has intensified its clearance operations, most recently razing the Zimbabwe neighborhood in Vridi-3. The demolition, which began on June 2, targeted a…
Opposition leader’s detention upheld in Gabon amid legal challenges
Gabon court denies release of opposition figure Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze Gabon’s judicial system has once again sided with authorities, keeping prominent opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze behind bars after rejecting his procedural…
Bénin and Niger edge closer to border reopening after Wadagni’s visit
Just days after taking office, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni embarked on a diplomatic mission to Niamey, marking a significant shift in relations between Bénin and Niger. The visit, the first…
Senegal’s ousmane sonko sharpens political offensive amid pastef tensions
Ousmane Sonko, Senegal’s Prime Minister, has launched a bold political offensive. Through public appearances and direct engagement with supporters, the Pastef leader is taking aim at both opposition figures and…
Morocco to lead un general assembly session for the first time
international relations Morocco secures first seat at UN general assembly’s upcoming session The United Nations General Assembly has announced that Morocco will hold the first seat during its 81st session,…
New diplomatic thaw between Benin and Niger leaves kemi seba isolated
The resumption of high-level dialogue between Cotonou and Niamey signals a decisive shift in relations between Benin and Niger. On June 2, 2026, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni traveled to Niamey,…
Benin-Niger border reopening: 15 days to end years of blockade
Benin-Niger border reopening: 15 days to end years of blockade Benin Politics A historic welcome awaited Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni in Niger this past Tuesday, June 2, 2026. From the…
Us sanctions key leader of M23 rebellion in DRC
us sanctions key leader of M23 rebellion in DRC The United States Department of the Treasury has taken decisive action against a central figure in the M23 rebel group’s military…