Morocco pushes skhirat agreement as key to Libya’s political resolution
At the African Union’s Peace and Security Council, Morocco’s Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi underscored the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to resolving Libya’s ongoing crisis through political dialogue. Speaking before the Council, he highlighted the nation’s diplomatic initiatives, ranging from the Bouznika talks to recent engagements between representatives from western and eastern Libya. Morocco reaffirms support for Libya’s […]
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Diplomatic talks in Lomé over Congo crisis
In Lomé on Monday, June 8, 2026, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Council, welcomed two high-ranking United Nations envoys focused on the escalating crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Among them were James Swan, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative in the DRC and head of the MONUSCO mission, and Huang […]
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African mediation efforts intensify in east democratic republic of Congo
Lomé played host this past Monday to a high-level gathering focused on African-led mediation efforts addressing the ongoing crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the broader Great Lakes region. The meeting, chaired by Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé—the African Union’s designated mediator—centered on a critical objective: enhancing coordination among fragmented peace initiatives. Key […]
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Gabon and eu forge a new partnership era
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Read MoreMali offers huge bounties to fight armed groups amid growing tensions
In a bold and controversial move, the Malian transitional authorities have unveiled a sweeping financial incentive program, offering up to two billion West African CFA francs for the capture or elimination of key jihadist commanders and leaders of the Azawad Liberation Front. This unprecedented announcement has sent ripples through the political and media landscape, raising […]
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Beninese president wadagni’s regional integration tour in west africa
The President of the Republic of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, has embarked on an official visit to three West African nations—Sénégal, Mali, and Guinée-Bissau—aimed at fostering deeper diplomatic and economic ties. This strategic journey underscores a proactive approach to regional integration, reinforcing collaboration within the West African economic bloc. Strengthening the UEMOA alliance This diplomatic tour […]
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Morocco boosts defense with advanced turkish-made drones
The Royal Moroccan Armed Forces have recently enhanced their operational capabilities with the deployment of advanced Turkish-made Bayraktar Akıncı drones. High-resolution satellite imagery from the Ben Guerir Air Base confirms their presence, marking a significant upgrade in the country’s defense infrastructure. These cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicles were officially integrated into the base last year, joining […]
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UA mediator Faure Gnassingbé pushes for peace in eastern DRC
UA mediator urges stronger coordination to end eastern DRC conflict As the African Union’s (AU) designated mediator for the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s eastern crisis, Togo’s Prime Minister Faure Gnassingbé has reaffirmed his commitment to restoring stability in the region. Speaking at a high-level review meeting in Lomé this week, he outlined progress in […]
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Mali faces diplomatic fallout after french officer’s harsh sentence
Mali court hands down 20-year sentence to french officer A Malian court in Bamako has sentenced French lieutenant-colonel Yann V. to two decades behind bars, nearly a year after his arrest in Mali. The officer, who was stationed at the French embassy, has also been slapped with a 3.6 million FCFA fine on charges of […]
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Regional mediators assess Congo crisis at Togo talks
The capital of Togo played host to a critical round of talks on June 7 and 8, 2026, bringing together regional mediators to address the deepening crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). High-level representatives from the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the East African Community (EAC), and the International Conference on the […]
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Regional mediators assess Congo crisis in Togo talks
The Togolese capital, Lomé, served as the backdrop for a pivotal two-day summit on June 7-8, 2026, focusing on the escalating crisis in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Delegates from key regional mediation frameworks—the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the East African Community (EAC), and the International Conference on the […]
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DRC’s sovereign satellite project gathers momentum under José Mpanda’s leadership
DRC takes bold step toward technological sovereignty with sovereign satellite acquisition An ancient Luba proverb says, “Musuminyina katu wabula”—“persistence always prevails”. For Me José Mpanda Kabangu, Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Digital Economy, this saying encapsulates his unwavering determination to secure a sovereign satellite for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Having previously championed […]
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