Sénégal and gambia seal final border deal after bullock dispute
The long-standing border dispute between Sénégal and the Gambia has reached a decisive milestone with the signing of a definitive agreement on their shared frontier. Announced by the Permanent Senegalese-Gambian Secretariat, this resolution follows a recent flare-up near Bullock, a flashpoint that reignited tensions between the two West African neighbors. Tensions escalated on July 16 […]
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Paul Biya reshapes Cameroon’s military leadership amid extended absence
Paul Biya reshapes Cameroon’s military leadership amid extended absence For nearly two months, Cameroonian president Paul Biya has been abroad, yet his authority remains unchallenged as sweeping changes within the military structure take shape. Official decrees bearing his signature have formally endorsed a major restructuring of the Armed Forces, introducing five new brigadier generals, a […]
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Gabon’s president attends Côte d’Ivoire’s 66th independence anniversary
President Oligui Nguema arrives in Abidjan Gabon’s President Oligui Nguema joins Côte d’Ivoire’s independence celebrations The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, touched down in Abidjan on August 4, 2026, to participate in the 66th anniversary of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence. His official visit underscores the deep bonds of cooperation and fraternity between Gabon and […]
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Benin maintains its growth momentum amid global uncertainties
Despite a challenging international environment, marked by geopolitical crises and market instability, Bénin continues its trajectory of sustained economic expansion. The Béninese economy experienced a significant surge of 8.1% in 2025 and is anticipated to remain above 7% until 2027. This West African nation showcases remarkable resilience, propelled by the flourishing Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ), […]
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Côte d’Ivoire energy pact accelerates universal electricity access by 2030
Ivory Coast has taken a decisive step toward achieving universal electricity access by 2030, following the inaugural meeting of the National Energy Pact Steering Committee on August 4, 2026. The session, held at the SCIAM building in Abidjan, was led by Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA, Minister of Planning and Development, alongside key figures including Mamadou SANGAFOWA-COULIBALY, […]
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World bank official visit to Dakar to boost Senegal development ties
World bank vice president’s visit to Dakar to strengthen Senegal partnership As Senegal advances its economic transformation agenda, the country’s collaboration with the World Bank takes center stage. With bold goals in industrialization, job creation, infrastructure development and investment mobilization, Dakar is positioning itself as a regional hub for sustainable growth. World Bank Vice President […]
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Benin senate prepares historic first bureau election this thursday
Benin senate prepares historic first bureau election this thursday The dawn of bicameral governance in Benin reaches a pivotal moment this Thursday, August 6, 2026, as the 25 members of the Senate convene for a landmark session. The gathering at the Palais des Gouverneurs in Porto-Novo marks a defining chapter in the nation’s democratic evolution, […]
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RDC : l’AIEA savait depuis 2009 que l’uranium partait vers la Chine
Un mémorandum confidentiel de l’AIEA datant de 2009 révélait que l’uranium congolais partait vers la Chine via les exportations de cobalt. Quinze ans plus tard, aucune mesure diplomatique n’a été prise. Entre 2000 et 2024, la RDC aurait exporté entre 2 000 et 5 000 tonnes d’uranium non déclarées, exposant les failles du contrôle nucléaire […]
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Spain urges eu allies to refrain from blaming Morocco in ceuta migration crisis
Spain urges eu allies to refrain from blaming Morocco in ceuta migration crisis The European Union shifts focus to combating disinformation rather than confronting Rabat Politique Spain has proactively requested its European counterparts to refrain from publicly criticizing Morocco concerning its role in the recent migrant surge into Ceuta. This appeal, confirmed by three distinct […]
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Cameroon’s presidential guard commander elevated in key military reshuffle
President Paul Biya recently announced a significant elevation within the Cameroonian armed forces, promoting Raymond Jean Charles Beko’o Abondo, the esteemed Commander of the Presidential Guard, to the rank of Brigadier General. This pivotal military appointment, effective August 3, 2026, signals a notable adjustment in the nation’s defense hierarchy and is a key development in […]
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CEDEAO and AES clash over unified west african response policies
The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) has adopted a stricter diplomatic stance toward the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). During an ordinary summit held in Lungi, Sierra Leone, West African leaders established a firm rule: no member state may pursue separate negotiations with Mali, Burkina Faso, or Niger on key regional issues. This […]
Read MoreChad’s cnese president begins official visit to n’djamena
Chad’s CNESE President Begins Official Visit to N’Djamena ALGER — Mohamed Boukhari, Chair of Algeria’s National Council of Economic, Social, and Environmental Affairs (CNESE), arrived in N’Djamena on Tuesday for an official visit at the invitation of Chad’s counterpart, Ahmat Mboudou Mahamat. The trip coincides with the opening of the second ordinary session of Chad’s […]
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