Deadly crash in Koundoul claims motorcyclist’s life in Chad
A devastating road accident unfolded this week in Koundoul, a town on the outskirts of N’Djamena, Chad, claiming the life of a motorcyclist in a tragic collision involving a heavy-duty…
Sénégal and Mali border trade halted after recent tensions
Commercial exchanges between Senegal and Mali have come to a standstill following heightened tensions at the border crossing near Kidira. Truckers and logistics operators report significant delays and disruptions in…
Cross-border trade halted between Dakar and Bamako
The main trade route linking Dakar and Bamako has come to a standstill, as transporters face mounting challenges at the Kidira border crossing. This critical artery, vital for regional commerce,…
Lomé’s subtle tug-of-war: France and Russia vie for influence
The Gulf of Guinea emerges as a new battleground in Franco-Russian rivalry Lomé has quietly become the latest focal point of an intense geopolitical contest between France and Russia. The…
Legal challenges facing former senegalese minister pape malick ndour
The judicial system in Senegal has formally presented its accusations against Pape Malick Ndour, a former minister under President Macky Sall, marking a significant development in the ongoing scrutiny of…
Bénin transitions to new leadership with call to uphold national dignity
As the Bénin prepares to close a pivotal chapter in its recent political history, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, Deputy Secretary-General and government spokesperson, has broken his silence on the impending transition.…
Bénin transitions as Talon hands over to Wadagni after decade at helm
As Romuald Wadagni prepares to take the oath of office this Sunday, May 24, 2026, outgoing President Patrice Talon delivered a heartfelt address to the nation, marking the conclusion of…
Mali army secures sheep shipments ahead of tabaski festival
The Malian capital, Bamako, is currently experiencing a surge in sheep supply ahead of the upcoming Tabaski celebrations. Herders and traders have successfully transported thousands of animals into the city,…
Côte d’Ivoire solidifies nutrition as a core public health pillar
Abidjan – Pierre N’Gou Dimba, the Minister of Health, Public Hygiene, and Universal Health Coverage, recently reiterated Côte d’Ivoire’s profound dedication to embedding nutrition as a fundamental pillar within its…
Chad vice-premier minister assesses local governance in Moundou
Chad Chad vice-premier minister assesses local governance in Moundou May 21, 2026 — 1 min read Share The Deputy Prime Minister in charge of Territorial Administration, Limane Mahamat, has been…
Sonko faces heated parliamentary session amid sudden schedule change
Sonko set for tense parliamentary grilling after abrupt schedule shift Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is bracing for a high-stakes parliamentary session tomorrow, where opposition lawmakers are expected to challenge his…
Senegal braces for heavy rains with new flood prevention measures
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has directed all relevant ministers to implement urgent measures to mitigate flood risks ahead of the upcoming rainy season. During Wednesday’s cabinet meeting,…