Burkina Faso halts Morocco scholarships, dimming youth prospects

A sudden and unilateral decree from Burkinabè authorities has brought an end to scholarships for students pursuing higher education in Morocco. This decision has not only raised significant questions but, for many, it solidifies concerns about the increasingly authoritarian trajectory of Ibrahim Traoré’s regime. This restrictive measure threatens to dismantle the academic aspirations of a […]

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France Morocco ties strengthened with high-level visit

In a significant diplomatic move, the French Prime Minister, accompanied by a dozen ministers, is embarking on a two-day visit to Morocco starting this Wednesday. This trip marks a deliberate effort to reinforce bilateral ties that have shown signs of improvement after years of strained relations. diplomatic momentum after years of tension This visit comes […]

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Peru backs Morocco’s autonomy plan and territorial integrity in Sahara dispute

Diplomacy Peru affirms support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative and territorial sovereignty in Sahara The incoming Peruvian administration has pledged to uphold Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its southern provinces, as announced by the office of President-elect Keiko Fujimori. July 15, 2026 at 8:40 AM Updated on July 15, 2026 at 10:48 AM During a […]

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Bénin and Burkina Faso launch joint counter-terrorism operation at Koualou border

Bénin and Burkina Faso launch joint counter-terrorism operation at Koualou border In a decisive move against the escalating terrorist threat jeopardizing regional stability, the armed forces of Bénin and Burkina Faso have initiated a significant joint military operation. Since Tuesday, July 14, 2026, both national armies have been conducting a large-scale military offensive in Koualou, […]

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Lecornu’s maiden diplomatic mission: strengthening French ties with Qatar and Morocco

Sébastien Lecornu has just completed his first official overseas visit as Prime Minister, a carefully orchestrated journey that underscores France’s diplomatic priorities in the Middle East and North Africa. The two-day tour, which began in Doha and concluded in Rabat, was designed to send clear signals about Paris’s strategic alliances. The itinerary was anything but […]

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Living as a gay person in Senegal after harsher anti-lgbtq laws

World • Senegal “Being gay in Senegal means hiding or living in fear”: surge in calls for help to flee to France Report Since Senegal doubled prison sentences for same-sex relations in March, distress calls from LGBTQ+ individuals seeking to escape have surged. Organizations like Stop Homophobie, SOS Homophobie, and Le Refuge have intensified their […]

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Mali Algeria thaw: political primacy over military force key to deal

After more than a year of intense diplomatic tensions, Mali and Algeria have restored their diplomatic ties. The announcement, made last Friday, caught many by surprise as no prior signals had indicated such a development. Bamako had previously accused Algiers of « collusion » with the armed groups operating along their shared border—particularly the jihadist […]

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Gabon’s minister calls for global climate finance overhaul in New York

On the sidelines of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), the Permanent Mission of the African Union hosted the launch of a joint OECD-OIF/IFDD report focusing on access to ecological financing. Addressing an international audience, Louise Pierrette Mvono, Gabon’s Minister of Planning and Foresight, delivered a compelling address, advocating for her nation and demanding a fundamental […]

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Museveni emphasizes regional solidarity for eastern drc security

Floribert Anzuluni reçu par Yoweri Museveni Sécurité On Monday, July 13, Floribert Anzuluni, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Minister of Regional Integration, met with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at his Kisozi presidential farm, located approximately 150 kilometers from Kampala. Minister Anzuluni delivered a crucial message from President Félix Tshisekedi during a period marked by intensified […]

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French prime minister sebastian lecornu’s official visit to Rabat this week

France and Morocco strengthen diplomatic ties as French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu arrives in Rabat for a landmark two-day visit. Sébastien Lecornu, accompanied by key ministers including Foreign Affairs representative Jean-Noël Barrot and Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, will engage in high-level discussions with Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch on Wednesday and Thursday. This official visit […]

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Congo calls for accountability in war crimes at un security council

During a high-level visit to New York to assume the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council, Congolese Prime Minister Judith Suminwa outlined the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s core priorities on peace, security, and international justice. In her address, she reaffirmed the country’s unwavering commitment to democratic values and the rule of law, […]

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Spain’s pp faces contradictions in Morocco policy ahead of potential takeover

Spain’s foreign policy is facing an unprecedented crisis as the Partido Popular (PP) is accused of undermining the country’s relationship with Morocco. José Manuel Albares, Spain’s Foreign Minister, has gone as far as labeling the opposition party as ‘anti-Moroccan’, sparking a diplomatic feud that transcends typical political clashes. Albares argues that the PP is weaponizing […]

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