Bénin’s tourism boom draws visitors from across West Africa
How Benin transformed its tourism appeal With nearly €2 billion invested in culture, heritage, and hotel infrastructure, Benin is no longer just an overlooked West African destination. Cotonou, the country’s bustling economic hub, is now a magnet for regional travelers, particularly from neighboring Nigeria, thanks to a bold ten-year strategy. This transformation didn’t happen overnight. […]
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Celta Vigo’s season opener in jeopardy as LaLiga examines fungal outbreak on pitch
The highly anticipated opening match of the 2026-27 LaLiga season between Celta Vigo and Osasuna, scheduled for Sunday evening at Estadio de Balaídos, now hangs in the balance. Club officials have formally requested a postponement following the discovery of a significant fungal infestation on the playing surface. LaLiga inspectors are set to conduct an urgent […]
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LaLiga match postponed due to fungal outbreak on pitch
The Spanish top-flight football league has officially announced the postponement of the highly anticipated clash between Celta Vigo and Osasuna, originally scheduled for Sunday evening at 21:30 CET. In a statement released today, the league confirmed that the fixture has been pushed back to Thursday, August 27, at 20:30 CET following a thorough inspection of […]
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Diplomatic thaw between Mali and Algeria: what’s at stake?
diplomatic thaw between Mali and Algeria: what’s at stake? Tensions between Bamako and Algiers escalated sharply in April 2025 when Algerian forces shot down a Malian drone, accusing Mali of violating Algerian airspace. Mali vehemently denied the allegations, prompting Algiers to seal off a shared border stretching over 1,300 kilometers and close airspace to Malian […]
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New giaba headquarters inaugurated in Abidjan to fight financial crime
Modern facility reinforces West Africa’s fight against money laundering Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire – A milestone in regional financial security was achieved today as Adama Coulibaly, Minister of Economy, Finance and Budget, officially opened the new headquarters of the Intergovernmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) in the Two-Plateaux district. The handover ceremony […]
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Free digital skills training in Lomé by 2026
Lomé emerges as West Africa’s tech training hub Lomé is rapidly becoming one of West Africa’s leading technology training destinations. With businesses increasingly adopting digital solutions and new initiatives like École 42 and Data Lab now operational, opportunities to access cutting-edge training in web development, software engineering, data science and artificial intelligence have never been […]
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Who is the powerful figure behind Cameroon’s military leadership
Cameroon’s military command structure has recently seen a significant shift with the appointment of a key figure whose influence reshapes the nation’s defense strategy. At the heart of this transformation stands General Hippolyte Ebaka, whose elevation to the rank of major-general marks a turning point in the country’s security policies. His appointment comes at a […]
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Senegal court rules against Atos in DGPU dispute
In a landmark decision, Senegalese courts have sided with the Délégation générale à la promotion des pôles urbains (DGPU) in its legal battle against Atos, a major player in European digital services. The Dakar Commercial Court delivered a verdict strongly favoring the public agency, marking a significant moment not just for the case but for […]
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Gabonese political leaders urge respect in public discourse amid criticism
Political figures condemn offensive remarks against Gabon’s leadership In a unified stance, several prominent figures from Gabon’s political landscape gathered in Libreville on August 12 to address recent controversies sparked by diaspora activists. The collective, representing diverse political movements, expressed strong disapproval of personal insults directed at President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and his family. […]
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New anti-money laundering hub opens in Abidjan to boost west african financial security
Ivory Coast hosts a landmark financial crime fighting centre On Wednesday 12 August 2026, Adama Coulibaly, Ivory Coast’s Minister of Economy, Finance and Budget, led the ribbon-cutting ceremony in Cocody to mark the handover of new facilities to the Intergovernmental Action Group against Money Laundering in Africa (GIABA). The move fulfils commitments under the Host […]
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CNSA’s bold move: easing tensions ahead of Congo’s inclusive talks
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the National Council for Monitoring the Agreement and Electoral Process (CNSA) has launched a comprehensive review of political and opinion prisoners—a move seen as a critical step toward fostering an environment conducive to an upcoming inclusive national dialogue. The initiative, which aims to identify eligible individuals for possible amnesty, […]
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Gabon releases 51 billion FCFA to settle domestic debt amid independence celebrations
As Gabon prepares to mark its 66th Independence Day, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has announced the release of 51 billion CFA francs to address outstanding payments owed to businesses. This initiative aims to bolster small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and stimulate private sector growth. The government is accelerating efforts to clear domestic arrears, with […]
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