Drc: tshisekedi steps back amidst opposition’s fury
On Thursday, August 13, President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) called upon Parliament for a fresh deliberation on a proposed law. This legislation outlines the procedures for organizing a referendum on constitutional reform. This development unfolded amidst a tense “countdown” with the Coalition Article 64 (C64), a significant opposition platform established […]
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Congo president steps back amid opposition pressure over constitutional reform
On Thursday, August 13, in the midst of rising tensions with the Coalition Article 64 (C64)—a prominent opposition alliance formed in May by key political forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)—President Félix Tshisekedi requested that Parliament reconsider a bill outlining the terms for organizing a referendum on constitutional reform. The C64 has long […]
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Drc: the referendum law returns to parliament, president tshisekedi dictates the pace
The Democratic Republic of Congo is once again focusing on its legislative agenda, as the proposed referendum law has been formally returned to Parliament for further deliberation. This development underscores the intricate political landscape within the DRC, particularly concerning significant constitutional reforms. President Félix Tshisekedi appears to be strategically guiding this process, demonstrating a firm […]
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Barcelona’s 48-hour deadline for Rodri’s €80m Manchester City transfer
Barcelone fixe un ultimatum de 48 heures pour boucler le transfert de Rodri à 80 M€ en provenance de Manchester City Mercato Rodri FC Barcelone Manchester City Premier League LaLiga FC Barcelona has imposed a rigorous 48-hour timeframe to secure the high-profile acquisition of Manchester City’s midfield maestro, Rodri. The esteemed Spanish international has already […]
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Gabon: social media amplifies political discourse ahead of independence day
Politique Gabon: social media amplifies political discourse ahead of independence day Libreville, Gabon – As Gabon approaches its 66th Independence Day celebrations, the national public discourse has reached a new level of tension. For several days, institutional leaders, political organizations, civic groups, and media representatives have been vocal in condemning a series of statements deemed […]
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Mali’s presidential pardon in french spy case masks deeper security deals
In an official ceremony steeped in sovereignty, Malian authorities declared that President Assimi Goïta had granted a presidential pardon to Yann Vézilier, the French intelligence officer detained in Bamako over a year ago. The former diplomat, sentenced last June to a harsh 20-year prison term for alleged attempts to destabilize national security, is now set […]
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Global health body urges urgent pay for Congo ebola frontline workers
Global health body urges urgent pay for Congo Ebola frontline workers International Press The global nursing community has delivered an urgent call to Democratic Republic of the Congo authorities to immediately compensate healthcare workers battling the latest Ebola outbreak. The International Council of Nurses (ICN), the world’s largest nursing organization, warned that without urgent financial […]
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Burkina Faso delays Norbert Zongo trial with new appeal
Burkina Faso delays Norbert Zongo trial with new appeal More than 27 years after the murder of journalist Norbert Zongo and three companions, the prospects of a trial in Burkina Faso have once again been pushed back. A new appeal filed by a defense lawyer has disrupted proceedings, just as the appeals chamber had confirmed […]
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Tchad president grants clemency to opposition leader succés masra
Tchad president grants clemency to Succès Masra, former opposition leader N’Djamena, Tchad — President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has granted a presidential pardon to Succès Masra, former Prime Minister and leader of the political party Les Transformateurs. The decision, announced on August 14, 2026, follows a 20-year prison sentence Masra received for his role in […]
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Chadian leader pardons prominent opposition figure succès masra
Actus. Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby has granted a pardon to Succès Masra, the nation’s former Prime Minister and a leading opposition figure, on Friday. Masra had been serving a 20-year prison sentence for over a year. A presidential pardon Succès Masra has been granted a full remission of his prison sentence, according to a […]
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Political clash in Senegal: sonko rejects faye’s amendments on special credits
The tug-of-war between Senegal’s executive and legislative branches has escalated, this time centering on the scrutiny and approval of a bill governing special credits. Yesterday’s technical committee meeting at the National Assembly became a battleground, with tensions flaring over procedural maneuvers and ideological divides.
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Air Sénégal settles dispute with Carlyle over aircraft lease termination
Legal breakthrough resolves long-standing aircraft lease dispute The long-running legal dispute between Air Sénégal and Carlyle Aviation has reached a resolution, bringing an end to months of negotiations. The conflict stemmed from the early termination of a lease agreement involving four aircraft—two Airbus A319s and two Airbus A321s—leased by the American group to the Senegalese […]
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