Morocco’s Ismaël Saïbari shines with goals and record transfer in World Cup opener
2026 World Cup Morocco’s Ismaël Saïbari shines with goals and record transfer in World Cup opener June 20, 2026 Share Share Whatsapp LinkedIn Mail Messenger Morocco’s Ismaël Saïbari delivers a stellar performance, scoring crucial goals and securing a landmark transfer as the Atlas Lions dominate in the World Cup. Two goals in two matches. After […]
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Senegal assembly pushes for constitutional reform amid deadline tensions
Constitutional reform debate intensifies as legislative deadline looms Dakar — Tensions escalated in Senegal’s political landscape as the National Assembly advanced a packed legislative agenda this week. Following the Conference of Presidents session on Friday, June 19, lawmakers turned their focus to two critical labor and social security bills scheduled for committee review on Saturday, […]
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Niger airport attack claimed by JNIM as authorities point finger at France
The unfolding details of the terrorist assault on a military installation within Niamey‘s Diori Hamani International Airport have brought new clarity to the events of June 18, 2026. Following an intense two-hour firefight, Nigerien security forces successfully repelled the assault, which left a trail of destruction in its wake. The Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin […]
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Gabon leads CAMES 2026 with bold higher education agenda
Outgoing CAMES president Dr. Diaka Sidibé hands over the torch to incoming president Pr. Charles Edgard Mombo on June 19 in Libreville © Gabonactu.com Libreville hosted the 43rd ordinary session of the Council of Ministers of the African and Malagasy Council for Higher Education (CAMES) from June 15 to 19, 2026, culminating in a landmark […]
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Bénin shifts diplomatic stance with Sahel states under new leadership
Since assuming office on May 24, Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni has embarked on a regional tour that included stops in Nigeria, Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, and Sénégal. This diplomatic initiative marks a deliberate shift in Bénin’s foreign policy, particularly in its approach to the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The transition follows […]
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Bénin 2026: key changes in the revised finance law
Bénin 2026: the revised finance law passes unanimously The National Assembly of Bénin has approved the 2026 revised finance law during a plenary session at the Governor’s Palace in Porto-Novo. The vote, supported unanimously by all present and represented deputies, marks a significant budget adjustment with an 8% increase, raising the total to over 4,148 […]
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Senegal political split may reshape opposition dynamics
Senegal’s opposition set to gain from rift between Sonko and Faye Political observers in Dakar are closely watching a growing divide within Pastef, the party that has reshaped Senegalese politics in recent years. The tension between Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye, once united in their quest for change, now raises questions about the future […]
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Longuè Longuè’s dramatic return to Yaoundé
The unexpected and theatrical arrival of Cameroonian comedian Longuè Longuè in Yaoundé has become the talk of the town, captivating both residents and visitors alike. His return, marked by a series of unusual events, unfolded in a manner that few could have predicted, leaving the public both amused and intrigued. From the moment of his […]
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Benin parliament approves 2026 revised budget law
The Beninese National Assembly has endorsed the revised 2026 finance law, marking a key legislative milestone. The unanimous vote by present and represented deputies reflects broad political consensus on the text, which aims to align the national budget with evolving government priorities and structural reforms. Budget adjustments to support government restructuring The revised finance law […]
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Unrest shakes Gabon’s freemasonry as succession battle intensifies
Politics unrest shakes Gabon’s freemasonry as succession battle intensifies By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 190 No comments The once-revered Grand Lodge of Gabon (GLG)—long known for its discretion and political influence—now faces its most turbulent period in decades. As the country’s most powerful masonic institution prepares for a pivotal general assembly, internal fractures have erupted […]
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Morocco reaffirms its commitment to africa’s integration and development at un economic commission meeting
The future of Morocco’s partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa took center stage during a high-level meeting in Addis-Abeba. The discussion brought together Mohamed Arrouchi, Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the African Union and the Economic Commission for Africa, and Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary of the CEA. Strengthening south-south cooperation for shared growth […]
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Burundi backs Morocco’s stance on Sahara dispute
Nasser Bourita met with Burundi’s Foreign Minister Edouard Bizimana in Rabat © Maroc Diplomatie Burundi reaffirms unwavering support for Morocco’s Sahara sovereignty On Friday, June 19, 2026, the Republic of Burundi reiterated its unconditional and steadfast backing for Morocco’s full territorial integrity, including the Sahara region. The declaration came during a working visit to Rabat […]
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