Senegal: civil servants face post-Magal financial strain
In Senegal, the festive atmosphere of the annual Grand Magal of Touba has given way to a palpable sense of discontent among the nation’s civil servants. Following the significant religious pilgrimage, many state employees are finding themselves in a challenging financial predicament, casting a shadow over the immediate aftermath of the revered celebration. The post-Magal […]
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WHO chief arrives in DRC as Ebola outbreak escalates
The World Health Organization (WHO) had previously raised alarm about the current Ebola surge, noting its “exceptional intensification” and urging a significant scale-up of the health response. Congolese authorities have reported a total of 3,874 confirmed cases, including 1,751 fatalities, since the onset of this epidemic. The nation’s most devastating previous outbreak, between 2018 and […]
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Cameroon under Paul Biya’s prolonged absence: who governs the nation?
An unprecedented absence raises questions For over two months, Africa’s oldest serving head of state has been absent from Cameroon. At 93 years old, President Paul Biya, re-elected in 2025 amid disputed elections, remains in Geneva, Switzerland, where he arrived on June 7 for what authorities described as a “private stay.” This marks the longest […]
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Yan diomande transfer fee soars to near-record as real madrid closes in
The transfer saga surrounding Yan Diomande is reaching its climax, with the Real Madrid set to finalize a deal that could shatter records. According to insiders, the Spanish giants are poised to offer between €130 million and €140 million to secure the Ivorian winger from RB Leipzig, a figure that would place him among the […]
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Paul Biya’s absence fuels power vacuum debate in Cameroon
At 93 years old, President Paul Biya has spent nearly two months abroad, initially described as a “brief private stay in Europe”, raising serious concerns about his ability to lead. His prolonged absence has fueled accusations of a power vacuum and intensified speculation about his health. To counter mounting doubts, the Cameroonian head of state […]
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DRC cracks down on TikTok amid rebel propaganda surge
The head of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s High Council for Audiovisual and Communication (CSAC), Christian Bosembe, has declared decisive action against TikTok, vowing to shut down accounts spreading propaganda for the AFC-M23 rebel group. Negotiations with TikTok’s leadership are underway to enforce the ban, as authorities accuse the platform of providing a digital […]
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Bénin and Nigeria unite to bolster west african security against terrorism
Strengthened military ties emerge as regional terror threat grows As violent armed groups expand their reach across West Africa, Bénin and Nigeria are deepening their defense collaboration. On August 4, 2026, a high-level Nigerian military delegation led by Defense Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa arrived in Cotonou for strategic talks with his Béninois counterpart, Gildas […]
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Atlanta e-sinistre la nouvelle plateforme digitale d’Atlanta Assurance Côte d’Ivoire
Atlanta Assurance Côte d’Ivoire, filiale de Holmarcom Finance Company, déploie une nouvelle plateforme digitale dédiée à la gestion des sinistres. Cette solution vise à réduire les délais de traitement et à optimiser l’expérience client, dans une logique d’amélioration continue de la qualité de service. By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative journalist
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Yaya Fofana’s message to Ivorian youth on independence day
On the 66th anniversary of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence, the nation reflects not only on its past achievements but also on the path forward. In a powerful address delivered in Yopougon, Yaya Fofana, leader of the Mouvement des Forces d’Avenir (MFA), called on the youth to embrace work, training, discipline, and rigor as pillars for building […]
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Bénin strengthens economic ties with Saint-Petersburg amid global shifts
As West Africa undergoes significant geopolitical transformations, the Bénin government is pursuing a pragmatic and unconstrained diplomatic approach. Recently, the Beninese ambassador to Russia engaged in high-level discussions with authorities in Saint-Petersburg to expand bilateral cooperation in critical sectors such as energy, agriculture, and healthcare. This initiative reflects both Russia’s growing interest in Africa and […]
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DRC: how an expelled officer paralyzed the ceasefire verification mechanism
Established nearly four months ago in Montreux, the Joint Expanded Verification Mechanism (MCVE+), intended to oversee adherence to the ceasefire between Kinshasa and the AFC/M23, has yet to commence its vital operations. The primary obstacle stems from the expulsion of one of three Congolese officers by the Rwanda-backed movement. These officers were dispatched to Goma […]
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Lansana gagnY sakho breaks ranks with Senegal’s ruling coalition
In a striking shift within Senegal’s political landscape, Lansana Gagny Sakho, a once-loyal technocrat closely tied to Ousmane Sonko’s movement, has publicly distanced himself from the government he once supported. His remarks reflect deep regrets over his past alignment with the current administration, citing concerns over the nation’s economic trajectory as a key factor in […]
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