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Burkina Faso’s push to teach Russian in schools fuels geopolitical discourse An African fighter’s harrowing account of his experiences on the Ukrainian frontlines has reignited concerns about foreign recruitment in…
Yesterday, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema officially opened Gabon’s inaugural data center, a pivotal development for the nation’s digital landscape. Located within the Nkok Special Economic Zone, this state-of-the-art facility…
Reports emerging from northern Mali on Saturday, July 4, 2026, detail a significant military escalation around Anefis, a strategically vital town situated on the principal route connecting Gao to Kidal.…
Breaking News Santé: Est de la RDC : avec 26 millions USD déjà engagés contre Ebola, le Royaume-Uni exhorte les parties au conflit à garantir un accès humanitaire sûr et…
Gabon officially unveiled its National Human Development Report (RNDH 2026) in Libreville on Friday, July 3rd, marking the first such publication in two decades. The comprehensive document, themed “Youth, Employability,…
Fifteen journalists participated in a comprehensive one-day training session, acquiring crucial skills in risk assessment for assignments, best practices during crisis situations, safeguarding data and sources, and effectively managing trauma…
The government decides to introduce russian in the curriculum as a new diplomatic alliance forms In a move that underscores a significant shift in Burkina Faso’s strategic partnerships, the transitional…
In a bold move to elevate Benin’s culinary profile, the « Les Nouveaux Chefs » initiative was unveiled in Cotonou, marking a new chapter for the country’s gastronomy scene. Launched…
In a bold move to overhaul the country’s public transportation landscape, the Gabonese government has officially launched the Compagnie Nationale de Transport (CNT), a strategic merger between Trans’Urb and SOGATRA.…
The political landscape in Burkina Faso remains under close scrutiny, particularly concerning the inner workings of its most critical decision-making circles. In recent weeks, the prolonged absence of Commander Oumarou…
This week, the Republic of Benin‘s Republican Police launched a major operation in the Vodjè district of Cotonou, dealing a decisive blow to urban crime networks operating in the area.…
ICC acknowledges withdrawal letters from Sahel states alliance Last updated: 03/07/2026 The International Criminal Court has officially confirmed that Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have submitted their formal withdrawal notifications…