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The Benin Ministry of Economy and Finance recently hosted the 2026 Annual Policy Review of the West African Economic and Monetary Union’s (UEMOA) reforms, policies, programs, and projects. After a…
In a landmark diplomatic breakthrough, Benin and Morocco have taken a decisive step toward enhancing bilateral relations during the 7th Benin-Morocco Joint Cooperation Commission in Cotonou. Beyond the signing of…
Buried in the fine print of the revised 2025 finance bill, a single adjustment stands out for its sheer scale: the Gabonese government has slashed corporate tax revenue from the…
The agro-industrial sector in Senegal is taking a historic step toward sustainability and food sovereignty. Swami Agri, an agricultural subsidiary of the Indo-Senegalese group Senegindia, has announced the launch of…
Orange Bank Africa, a fully digital bank headquartered in Abidjan, has formalized two strategic partnerships with the Société de Garantie des Crédits aux Petites et Moyennes Entreprises (SGPME), an Ivorian…
In a significant development in Cameroon, authorities have apprehended a man who publicly declared himself to be the eldest son of President Paul Biya. The arrest follows an extended period…
Shocking reports of soldiers tortured and killed in northern Mali ignite international condemnation Severe allegations of war crimes have surfaced following violent clashes in northern Mali, with mounting evidence suggesting…
The Nigerien military junta, led by General Abdourahamane Tiani, continues to face sharp criticism three years after seizing power in a July 26, 2023 coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum.…
Rabat’s desalination plant project back on track after months of stalled negotiations The ambitious desalination plant project in Rabat, Morocco, is regaining momentum as Veolia and the Moroccan Ministry of…
The deployment of Russian military personnel to Togo, confirmed on July 22, 2026, shortly after the inauguration of a Russian military base in Lomé on July 12, marks a significant…
AS Monaco and Newcastle United have finalized a landmark transfer agreement for 20-year-old midfielder Aladji Bamba, valuing the deal at over €40 million including performance-based bonuses. The young French-Guinean talent,…
The long shadow of political history shows that military leaders who seize power often face a recurring dilemma: mistaking rhetorical strength for tangible influence, and interpreting public silence—often born of…