Prime minister unveils Niger’s solidarity power plant in gorou banda
Prime Minister inaugurates Niger’s ‘Solidarity’ power plant in Gorou Banda The Prime Minister of Algeria, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Niamey’s Gorou Banda district this Wednesday to preside over the official inauguration of the ‘Solidarity’ power plant, marking its entry into operational service. This high-profile event is part of the Prime Minister’s official visit to […]
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Third drinking water plant in Niamey nears completion under PISEN initiative
A high-level delegation, including the National Coordinator of Niger’s Integrated Water Security Platform (PISEN), Mr. Zibo Zakara, alongside the World Bank’s Project Manager, Mr. Mohamed Nanzoul, and representatives from Niger’s Water Asset Management Company (SPEN), conducted an on-site inspection on June 2, 2026. The visit covered key construction sites for the third drinking water treatment […]
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Abidjan’s urban renewal displaces thousands from Vridi-3’s Zimbabwe neighborhood
In Côte d’Ivoire, the autonomous district of Abidjan’s aggressive eviction policy has reached a new phase with the complete destruction of the Zimbabwe neighborhood in Vridi-3. This significant operation, which commenced on Tuesday, June 2, targeted a 28-hectare area historically inhabited by a fishing community, situated just a short distance from the bustling autonomous port […]
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Gabon justice blocks release of opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze
Gabon justice blocks release of opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze Actus. The Gabonese judiciary has once again upheld the detention of Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, a prominent opposition figure, after the appeals court in Libreville rejected his procedural nullity request on Tuesday. His legal team continues to denounce what they describe as an arbitrary detention and an irregular […]
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Senegal government shake-up: sonko’s concerns over justice minister appointment
Senegal’s political landscape is experiencing fresh turbulence following the unveiling of a new government lineup. At the heart of the controversy is the appointment of Me Moussa Sarr as Minister of Justice—a move that has triggered sharp criticism from Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party. The selection of Me Moussa Sarr to lead the […]
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire’s national agenda spotlights socio-economic progress
Abidjan, June 3, 2026 – Côte d’Ivoire’s national discourse is currently centered on significant socio-economic initiatives. Key among these are the second annual dialogue for the Partnership for Children’s Protection (CPC) and the formal unveiling of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 to the global community, both dominating headlines this Wednesday. First Lady Dominique Ouattara […]
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Togo hosts national finals of the 17th OHADA International Jeunes en Herbe competition
Togo hosts national finals of the 17th OHADA International Jeunes en Herbe competition June 3, 2026 142 views No comments 🇹🇬 Togo OHADAinternational competitionLomé On Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM, the Auditorium of the University of Lomé became the epicenter of intellectual rigor as the national finale of the 17th edition of the […]
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Assimi Goïta officially sworn in as Mali’s transitional leader
In a formal ceremony held in Bamako, Colonel Assimi Goïta has officially taken the oath of office, marking his inauguration as the transitional president of Mali. At 37 years old, the officer assumes the highest office in the country following a period of significant political upheaval, including two power shifts within a nine-month span. The […]
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Us sanctions target M23 and FDLR commanders in eastern DR Congo
The United States Treasury Department has implemented new sanctions against two prominent commanders of armed groups operating in the eastern region of the République Démocratique du Congo. This move is part of a broader diplomatic effort by Washington to encourage a peaceful resolution to the persistent instability in the Great Lakes region. Targeting rebel leadership […]
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A deadly mine blast rocks the Bamako-kayes highway in Mali
A devastating explosion from an improvised explosive device on the Bamako-Kayes highway in Mali has resulted in the tragic deaths of eight individuals and left 42 others injured. This harrowing incident targeted a civilian passenger bus, occurring along a vital route frequently plagued by violence attributed to various armed factions operating across western Mali. This […]
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Benin Niger experts committee to restore border operations within two weeks
The strengthening ties between Bénin and Niger have reached a pivotal moment. Following President Romuald Wadagni’s working visit to Niamey on June 2, 2026, both nations formalized the establishment of a joint expert committee tasked with assessing conditions for reopening their shared border. The landmark agreement emerged from high-level discussions between President Wadagni and his […]
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Benin Niger border reopening committee launched after historic talks
Ties between Bénin and Niger have reached a pivotal moment with a landmark visit and new commitments to restore cross-border cooperation. On June 2, 2026, President Romuald Wadagni of Bénin concluded a landmark working visit to Niamey, where he met with his Nigerien counterpart, Abdourahamane Tiani. The two leaders concluded their discussions by announcing the […]
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