Tony Elumelu’s UBA bank set for french license, strengthening Paris-Lagos ties
After more than eighteen months since a framework agreement was signed in Paris, the Nigerian financial powerhouse United Bank for Africa (UBA) is on the verge of a significant breakthrough. The Autorité de contrôle prudentiel et de résolution (ACPR), France’s prudential supervision and resolution authority, is preparing to grant UBA its coveted full banking license. […]
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Gabon leverages space technology to bridge digital divide
The Gabonese government is taking bold steps to transform its digital landscape, with Libreville hosting a pivotal national seminar on July 27. Focused on the future of telecommunications and digital sovereignty, this gathering brought together top officials from the digital and defense sectors under the leadership of Mark-Alexander Doumba, Minister of Digital Economy, Digitalization and […]
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Senegal politics: dieme rejects sonko’s victimhood claims and backs faye
Featured Politics Senegalese minister counters Ousmane Sonko’s victimization narrative to support Bassirou Diomaye Faye In a candid interview, Senegalese Minister Yankhoba Diémé addressed the escalating tensions between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. He dismissed Sonko’s repeated claims of victimization as a deliberate tactic to manipulate public opinion and deflect scrutiny […]
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Niger: fpl leader mahmoud salah released, group declares renewed conflict against abdourahamane tiani
By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative journalist
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Burkina Faso’s territorial control claims: a reality check
The transitional government in Burkina Faso has been actively promoting a narrative of successful territorial reconquest, asserting control over nearly 75% of the national landmass (officially stated as 74.53%). However, a closer examination of independent data, humanitarian reports, and the daily experiences of citizens suggests that this official rhetoric might be more aligned with political […]
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Bénin’s historic sénat inauguration: talon and boni yayi united
Bénin’s institutional framework is on the cusp of a momentous transformation. Members of the nation’s inaugural Sénat convened a private session on Friday, July 24, at the Sofitel Hotel in Cotonou. This nearly two-hour closed-door meeting focused on finalizing procedural and organizational details ahead of the official installation ceremony, scheduled for Thursday, July 30, […]
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Côte d’Ivoire’s PND 2026-2030: a planned path to national development
Côte d’Ivoire’s PND 2026-2030: a planned path to national development Strategic vision for national growth The Republic of Côte d’Ivoire is embarking on a meticulously crafted journey towards sustained progress with the introduction of its National Development Program (PND) for the period 2026-2030. This ambitious blueprint underscores the nation’s commitment to strategic planning, ensuring that […]
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Olympique Lyonnais vs Auxerre: ligue 1 fixture date dependent on champions league fate
Olympique Lyonnais will discover the definitive schedule for their Ligue 1 encounter against Auxerre following their third-round Champions League qualifier against Sparta Prague. While the LFP (Ligue de Football Professionnel) rectified an earlier announcement by confirming the fourth matchday fixtures before the third, the early September Ligue 1 calendar remains incomplete for some teams. Notably, […]
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AES leaders reinforce security cooperation in Niamey
Niamey – Consultations among high-ranking officials from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) are actively progressing, coinciding with the third anniversary celebrations marking the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP)’s rise to power. On Monday, July 27, 2026, Major General Mohamed Toumba, Niger’s Minister of State for Interior, Public Security, and Territorial […]
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Former ally lashes out at sonko over republican values
Lansana Gagny Sakho accuses Ousmane Sonko of abandoning state institutions After Senegal’s political transition, he turned down a high-profile water and sanitation ministry position, standing firm on his principles instead of pursuing personal gain. Lansana Gagny Sakho, a prominent political figure who once supported Ousmane Sonko but now backs President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Kiiraay party, […]
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La décision catégorique de Ousmane Sonko pour les prochaines éléctions locales
Ousmane Sonko s’oppose fermement à un report des élections locales de 2027 Ousmane Sonko a réaffirmé l’importance cruciale de maintenir la date des élections locales de janvier 2027, soulignant que leur report serait inacceptable après le sacrifice de trois vies pour empêcher un précédent report. Ousmane Sonko s’est prononcé sur les spéculations relatives au report […]
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Niger under military rule: three years of isolation and hardship
Three years ago, Niger entered a precarious phase of political, economic, and security turmoil following the military takeover in July 2023. The coup, framed as a historic shift to restore national sovereignty, was also supposed to enhance security, revitalize the economy, and foster national unity. Yet, as the junta marks this grim milestone, its promises […]
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