Laurent Gbagbo maintains firm grip on PPA-CI in Côte d’Ivoire
As expected, Laurent Gbagbo has secured his leadership of the Parti des peuples africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) once again. On May 14, party insiders predicted his uncontested reelection, and the May 15 congress in Treichville’s cultural palace delivered exactly that. With only one candidate in the running and Gbagbo absent from the opening session, […]
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Urgent meeting held at Ousmane Sonko’s residence in Dakar
Urgent meeting convened at Ousmane Sonko’s home in Dakar Political tensions rise in Dakar as Ousmane Sonko, leader of Pastef, calls an emergency gathering of party officials at his residence in Cité Keur Gorgui this evening at 6 PM. The unexpected meeting has sparked widespread speculation about the upcoming political agenda, particularly as the party […]
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Mali blocus in Bamako sparks humanitarian alerts over civilian safety
Mali: JNIM blockade in Bamako triggers urgent calls for civilian protection The capital of Mali, Bamako, has been under a djihadist-imposed blockade since April 30, orchestrated by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM). The situation has escalated into a humanitarian concern, drawing sharp condemnation from Amnesty International over the severe disruption […]
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Russia’s strategic failure in Venezuela’s crisis 2026
The silence of Moscow speaks volumes, revealing more about its weaknesses than any official statement. When Caracas shook to its core in early 2026 following a large-scale U.S. military intervention and the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro, Russia’s response was nothing short of puzzling. A nation that once touted itself as Venezuela’s steadfast defender against […]
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OM vs Rennes: crucial Ligue 1 clash for Europa League spot
The Olympique de Marseille (OM) faces Stade Rennais in a decisive Ligue 1 finale, where victory could secure a Ligue Europa Conference berth for next season. The stakes couldn’t be higher as Marseille must win at the Stade Orange Vélodrome to leapfrog Rennes into the top five. The Phocéens arrive at this critical juncture with […]
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How bruno fernandes reacted to declan rice’s arsenal move
Bruno Fernandes, captain of Manchester United, has openly shared his disappointment following Declan Rice’s decision to join Arsenal instead of Old Trafford. The Portuguese midfielder had long viewed Rice as the ideal signing to bolster United’s defensive structure—a move he believed would have significantly strengthened the team’s prospects. Fernandes admits crushing regret over Rice’s transfer […]
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Bamako under siege: gsim’s blockade threatens civilians’ survival
The ongoing blockade of Bamako is inflicting unacceptable hardships on civilians, threatening their fundamental rights to food, health, and safety, Amnesty International warned today. The international human rights organization urged the Groupe de soutien à l’islam et aux musulmans (GSIM)—an armed group affiliated with Al-Qaïda—to comply with international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of […]
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Laurent gbagbo reconfirmed as ppa-ci president in Côte d’Ivoire
Despite previous indications of a potential political retreat, Laurent Gbagbo has been re-elected to lead the Parti des Peuples Africains-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI). The former Ivorian head of state, now in his eighties, had previously contemplated stepping back from active politics, particularly after being barred from the most recent Ivorian presidential election due to a legal […]
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Young women in N’Djamena trapped by digital beauty standards
young women in N’Djamena trapped by digital beauty standards The digital world is reshaping beauty ideals in N’Djamena, pushing young women into an exhausting cycle of comparison and self-doubt. Behind perfectly edited photos lies a growing mental health challenge.
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Leipzig’s goalkeeper gulacsi set to feature in final bundesliga clash
In a major boost for RB Leipzig, first-choice goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi is poised to return from injury just in time for the club’s crucial Bundesliga finale. Head coach Marco Rose confirmed the development, signaling the Hungarian international’s readiness to reclaim his place between the posts for Saturday’s high-stakes encounter. The announcement comes as a relief […]
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PASTEF prepares for congress, Ousmane Sonko’s leadership set for renewal
PASTEF prepares for congress, Ousmane Sonko’s leadership set for renewal As PASTEF moves forward with its critical preparations, the party has officially opened the submission period for presidential candidacies ahead of its upcoming congress. This significant internal event marks a key moment for the political formation. The party’s Haute Autorité de Régulation du Parti (HARP) […]
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Casamance conflict: weakened rebels face cannabis-driven instability
The Senegalese army, supported by sniffer dogs, recently destroyed cannabis fields in Casamance—a move that marks another chapter in one of Africa’s longest-running conflicts. Despite lasting over four decades, this low-intensity war has simmered in the southern region of Senegal, even as the rebel forces behind it weaken. The military operation, conducted near the Gambian […]
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