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In a decisive move to reinforce national security, Mali’s transitional government has approved sweeping amendments to its nationality legislation. The new ordinance, endorsed during a recent cabinet meeting, introduces provisions…
The President of Cameroon, Paul Biya, has been notably absent from the Palais de l’Unité for over 40 days, sparking concerns among citizens and political figures alike. Departing Yaoundé on…
The region of Mopti in central Mali witnessed a fresh wave of coordinated assaults on Sunday, July 19, as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched…
Government unlocks career progression for over 1,100 civil servants In a decisive move to clear a long-standing administrative bottleneck, the Beninese government has approved the immediate promotion of 1,110 public…
The Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel buzzed with energy on the evening of Saturday, July 18, 2026, as the inaugural « Nuit du Kanvo et de l’Indigo » unfolded. Organized under…
Bénin and World Bank launch decade-long plan for jobs and human capital A landmark partnership between Bénin and the World Bank Group (WBG) officially kicked off in Cotonou last Friday,…
Félix Tshisekedi cancels New York trip amid domestic priorities The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, has decided not to travel to New York as previously…
In any functioning democracy, matters related to national defense are inherently sensitive. Military operations, intelligence activities, and strategic partnerships cannot be fully disclosed to the public. However, excessive secrecy—especially when…
The Burkina Faso of yesterday: stability overshadowed by later crises For decades, Burkina Faso was known not for its tragedies, but for its relative political stability. While critics argued that…
The Constitutional Court of Benin concluded a five-day seminar in Agoué on Friday, July 17, dedicated to evaluating the presidential election held on April 12, 2026. Comprehensive assessment of the…
A significant assault unfolded on Friday, July 17, 2026, in Niger’s Téra department, a critical area within the Tillabéri region known as the «three borders» zone. The Nigerien Ministry of…
AFRICA WORLD Fresh ambush targets Malian forces and Russian mercenaries near Anéfis in northern Mali Barely a week after regaining control of Anéfis in northern Mali, the Malian army and…