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Bénin: Major drug haul destroyed in Ouidah The Bénin government has taken decisive action against organized crime with a high-profile incineration event in Ouidah, demonstrating the country’s zero-tolerance policy toward…
Eastern DRC: Aimé Boji warns those who believe occupied territories can renounce national belonging Arrests by AFC/M23 rebels in Goma Security Friday 19 June 2026 – 10:44 Speaking on Monday…
Bénin parliament to deliberate urgent fiscal and governance reforms friday The 10th legislature of the Bénin National Assembly is set to convene this Friday at the Palais des Gouverneurs to…
Legislative milestone for religious legislation The National People’s Assembly (ALP) is set to deliberate a pivotal bill this Saturday, June 20, 2026, following its adoption by the Council of Ministers…
From June 29 to July 1, 2026, Libreville will host a high-level international mission as part of Gabon’s second round of evaluation under the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC).…
This week’s roundup examines pressing issues reshaping Africa and global politics. Key developments include a fresh assault on Niger’s Niamey airport, a constitutional reform in the Democratic Republic of Congo,…
In a bold address to the Democratic Centrist International, Nizar Baraka, Secretary-General of Morocco’s Istiqlal Party, called for a decisive shift in diplomacy. He urged centrist parties to move beyond…
French winger Michael Olise emerges as top target for European giants This season, Michael Olise has firmly established himself among the world’s elite wingers, delivering standout performances for Bayern Munich.…
The Constitutional Council has formally declared its incompetence to rule on the deputy status of Ousmane Sonko, Senegal’s second-highest-ranking official. This unprecedented stance has ignited sharp reactions, particularly from the…
The Jëf-Jël political alliance, led by Talla Sylla, has responded to the Constitutional Council’s recent decision regarding Ousmane Sonko’s parliamentary seat in Senegal. In a strongly worded statement, the party…
Porto-Novo has taken a decisive step toward reinforcing its agricultural sector through a strategic financial arrangement with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB). The agreement secures a substantial allocation of 12.57…
Deadly jihadist assault on Niamey airport leaves 11 dead A coordinated assault by suspected jihadists on Niamey’s international airport has claimed the lives of eleven soldiers and two civilians, according…