New opposition voice mayra djibrine challenges Mali’s ruling junta

In the heart of Bamako, a new name is echoing through the corridors of political dissent. Mayra Djibrine, a determined activist from Niger, has emerged as a prominent voice against Mali’s military leadership. Her unwavering stance, encapsulated in her bold declaration, “I will not retreat,” has resonated deeply within opposition circles across the Sahel region. […]

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China urges un to halt resource exploitation in eastern dr Congo

China calls for end to natural resource exploitation as driver of conflict in eastern DRC At a United Nations Security Council meeting, China’s ambassador to the UN, Fu Cong, delivered a strong message on the persistent instability in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The focal point of his intervention was the unchecked exploitation of […]

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Mali selects top hadith memorizers for international competition

On Saturday, June 27, 2026, the Mali branch of the Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema hosted the national preselection round for the third edition of the prestigious Nabawi Acharif Hadith Memorization Competition at its headquarters in Banankabougou. After a rigorous day of assessments, three outstanding candidates were chosen to represent Mali in the upcoming […]

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Cameroon Turkey strike landmark military and financial deal

Cameroon and Turkey seal landmark military and financial cooperation Under the direct guidance of President Paul Biya, Commander-in-Chief of Cameroon’s Armed Forces, a transformative defense and financial partnership has been formalized. Cameroon’s Minister Delegate to the Presidency in charge of Defense, Joseph Beti Assomo, alongside Turkey’s Defense Minister Yaşar Güler and Vice-Minister Musa Heybet, have […]

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Wagner in central africa: legal fighters or foreign mercenaries?

When Ambassador Bikantov discusses Wagner’s presence in Central Africa, his logic raises more questions than answers. In a February 2026 interview with RT, Russian Ambassador to the Central African Republic (CAR) Alexandre Bikantov proudly described the so-called “Russian representatives” as forces engaged in “armed combat against illegal armed groups.” Yet, his framing conveniently omits a […]

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Burkina Faso cuts ties with France, joins Sahel alliance against Paris

Burkina Faso joins Mali and Niger in united front against France The Government of Burkina Faso officially severed diplomatic ties with France on June 26, 2026, in a move described by Ouagadougou as a sovereign act of reclaiming national independence. This decisive break confirms the deepening rift between the two nations and aligns Burkina Faso […]

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Algeria and Niger strengthen energy ties in hydrocarbon cooperation push

The Algerian Minister of State for Hydrocarbons, Mohamed Arkab, held a virtual meeting on Sunday with his Nigerien counterpart, Hamadou Tini, to discuss ways of deepening bilateral cooperation in the hydrocarbon sector. Presented in an official statement, the discussions brought together senior officials from both ministries, focusing on Sonatrach’s recent activities in Niger, particularly within […]

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Iaicameroon student wins international academic excellence award in Paris

IAI-Cameroun graduate shines with top academic honor in Paris Excellence International In a grand ceremony brimming with academic luminaries, cultural icons, and diplomatic leaders, Brayan Yebga Miyogog—an alumnus of the African Institute of Computer Science in Cameroon (#IAI-Cameroun), under the esteemed Paul Biya Center of Technological Excellence—was honored with the prestigious ‘African Student Excellence Award’ […]

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Burkina Faso’s Traoré family confronts France publicly but seeks visas privately

The Burkina Faso government has spent over two years cultivating a sharp break from France, with President Captain Ibrahim Traoré positioning the former colonial power as a symbol of oppression that his nation must escape. From expelling French troops to denouncing Western influence and forging alliances with Russia and Iran, Ouagadougou has made confrontation a […]

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One year after Jacques Koami Koutoglo’s death, Faure Gnassingbé’s shadow looms over Togo’s tragedy

The Republic of Togo marked a somber anniversary on June 26, 2025, when the nation was confronted with one of its most harrowing episodes of civil unrest. The tragic loss of Jacques Koami Koutoglo, a 15-year-old adolescent, during these demonstrations has left an indelible scar on the collective memory of the Togolese people. Reports from […]

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Burkina Faso suspends ties with France amid growing tensions

Relations between Burkina Faso and France have reached a critical point after months of escalating tensions. On June 26, Ouagadougou made a decisive move by severing diplomatic ties with Paris, effective immediately. France now has just one week to shutter its embassy in the capital. The announcement came via a televised address on the state […]

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Denis mukwege urges ICC to hold Rwanda accountable for drc crimes

DRC-Rwanda Legal Battle: Nobel Laureate Denis Mukwege Demands Justice Through International Courts Denis Mukwege Justice Sunday, June 28, 2026 – 09:31 Nobel Peace Prize laureate and former presidential candidate Denis Mukwege has welcomed the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s decision to file a case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). In a […]

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