Burkina Faso: the crackdown on beauty pageants signals growing authoritarianism
An official announcement has sent shockwaves through Burkina Faso. The government has indefinitely suspended all beauty pageants across the country, citing a commitment to preserving ‘cultural values’ and addressing the ongoing security crisis. However, this move is far from a mere administrative decision—it marks a troubling shift toward creeping authoritarianism. Distraction as a political tool […]
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Chadian president meets algerian prime minister in N’Djamena
Algeria’s Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb concluded a high-level meeting with Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno in N’Djamena on Monday. The working session marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Prime Minister Ghrieb arrived in N’Djamena earlier that day, representing Algeria on a state visit requested by President Abdelmadjid […]
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Top diplomat meets UNODC head to boost Burkina Faso security plans
Burkina Faso’s top diplomat recently held a strategic meeting with the newly appointed head of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) to align on shared priorities in combating organized crime and terrorism. a partnership rooted in shared security goals The encounter took place on June 5, 2026, when Minister of Foreign Affairs […]
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French agent sentenced to 20 years in Mali for state security breach
French national handed 20-year sentence in Bamako for alleged state security violations A Malian court has sentenced a French national, identified as Yann V., to 20 years in prison after convicting him of endangering state security. The ruling, delivered by the Specialized Criminal Chamber for Terrorism Combat, follows his detention in Bamako since August 2025. […]
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Thousands flee Burkina Faso violence seeking safety in Mali
The exodus from Burkina Faso shows no sign of slowing, with thousands of displaced individuals crossing into Koro, central Mali, since late May. Local authorities report the arrival of several thousand refugees, a figure that continues to rise as families flee escalating violence in their home regions. The surge in arrivals follows coordinated attacks by […]
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Algerian prime minister begins official visit to Chad
N’DJAMENA — Algeria’s Prime Minister, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in N’Djamena on Monday at the head of an official delegation. The visit, mandated by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, underscores Algeria’s commitment to strengthening fraternal ties and deepening cooperation with the Republic of Chad. The high-level mission reflects both countries’ shared vision of consolidating strategic partnerships across […]
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Gabon and Madagascar deepen diplomatic ties through high-level talks
The visit of Colonel Michaël Randrianirina to Libreville last Friday marked a significant step in strengthening ties between Gabon and Madagascar. The Malagasy leader engaged in discussions with President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema at the Palais Rénovation, focusing on deepening bilateral cooperation and Madagascar’s ongoing refoundation process. The two-day working visit included a special briefing […]
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Cameroon eyes major Korean industrial and cocoa investments
Africa Cameroon eyes major Korean industrial and cocoa investments A South Korean industrialist, Dr. Hae-Jung Jung, is set to make significant investments in Cameroon’s cocoa and manufacturing sectors following a high-level meeting with the country’s Trade Minister, Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana. — 2 min read In a bold move to expand market opportunities for Cameroonian […]
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New french ambassador in Rabat highlights shared franco-moroccan approach
New French Ambassador in Rabat Outlines Shared Vision with Morocco In his inaugural public address as France’s ambassador to Morocco, Philippe Lalliot delivered a bold vision for what he terms a “Franco-Moroccan method.” Speaking at the spring session of the Paris Peace Forum in Rabat, held at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, he framed his remarks […]
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Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC amid political and security turmoil
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Madagascar’s leader explores Gabon’s development milestones during Libreville visit
The visiting leader of Madagascar’s Refoundation of the Republic, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, spent his second day in Libreville discovering key landmarks across Gabon’s capital. On Saturday, June 6, accompanied by Gabon’s Vice-President of the Government, Hermann Immongault, he toured the Cité Émeraude, the Baie des Rois, and the Cité de la Démocratie. At the Democracy […]
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Gabon and EU deepen political ties with second dialogue session
Gabon and the European Union convened for their second political dialogue session on 8 June 2026 at the Palais des Congrès in Libreville. The meeting brought together Gabonese officials and accredited EU member state representatives to assess progress on commitments made during the inaugural session. This follow-up aligns with the structured framework outlined in Article […]
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