Urgent call to free detained moroccan filmmaker and rapper
Urgent call for the immediate release of detained Moroccan filmmaker and rapper El Mahdi Lyoubi 28/07/2026 Open letter Morocco en fr Human rights defenders The Moroccan filmmaker and musician El Mahdi Lyoubi, held in detention since July 13, 2026, following a travel ban whose grounds remain undisclosed, has become the focal point of mounting concerns […]
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Benin romuald wadagni welcomes aliko dangote at presidential palace
High-level meeting signals deeper economic ties between Bénin and Nigeria The official residence of Bénin’s presidency played host this morning to a landmark meeting between President Romuald Wadagni and Africa’s richest man, Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote. The gathering at the historic Palais de la Marina underscored a growing momentum toward stronger economic collaboration between the […]
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Gabon’s push for energy independence from Karpowership
Gabon’s energy strategy shifts away from foreign dependence In a bold move to secure its energy future, Gabon is actively pursuing ways to reduce its reliance on Karpowership’s floating gas facilities. The government is accelerating efforts to diversify energy sources, aiming to stabilize supply and lower costs for households and industries alike. This transition reflects […]
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Tchad quitte la CPI : une justice « à géométrie variable »
Le gouvernement tchadien a annoncé son retrait du Statut de Rome de la Cour pénale internationale (CPI) en juillet 2026, justifiant cette décision par un bilan jugé insatisfaisant de la juridiction internationale. Selon le ministère des Affaires étrangères, de l’Intégration africaine et des Tchadiens de l’Étranger, le Tchad a décidé de se retirer de la […]
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Tony Elumelu’s UBA bank set for french license, strengthening Paris-Lagos ties
After more than eighteen months since a framework agreement was signed in Paris, the Nigerian financial powerhouse United Bank for Africa (UBA) is on the verge of a significant breakthrough. The Autorité de contrôle prudentiel et de résolution (ACPR), France’s prudential supervision and resolution authority, is preparing to grant UBA its coveted full banking license. […]
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Senegal’s political landscape shifts with new party kiiraay
Has Senegal truly entered a new phase of its political history? Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. Two years after the Pastef party ascended to power, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has unveiled his own political party. This significant move is poised to profoundly reshape the nation’s political landscape […]
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Gabon leverages space technology to bridge digital divide
The Gabonese government is taking bold steps to transform its digital landscape, with Libreville hosting a pivotal national seminar on July 27. Focused on the future of telecommunications and digital sovereignty, this gathering brought together top officials from the digital and defense sectors under the leadership of Mark-Alexander Doumba, Minister of Digital Economy, Digitalization and […]
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Senegal politics: dieme rejects sonko’s victimhood claims and backs faye
Featured Politics Senegalese minister counters Ousmane Sonko’s victimization narrative to support Bassirou Diomaye Faye In a candid interview, Senegalese Minister Yankhoba Diémé addressed the escalating tensions between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. He dismissed Sonko’s repeated claims of victimization as a deliberate tactic to manipulate public opinion and deflect scrutiny […]
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Kroupi Barca: Kroupi est le rêve de la vie du jeune attaquant Bournemouth
Le transfert à 100 millions, un rêve de rejoindre le Barça Elie Junior Kroupi, étoile du club anglais de Bournemouth aspire à évoluer sous les couleurs du FC Barcelone et considère un transfert au Camp Nou comme le « rêve de sa vie ». La journaliste Helena Condis a révélé que Kroupi était très « […]
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Niger’s diplomatic realignment: symbolism versus persistent security challenges
Since assuming power, General Abdourahamane Tiani has centered his administration’s agenda on a decisive shift away from Western partners and a strategic pivot towards new allies, notably Russia. This reorientation in foreign policy, presented as a reclamation of national sovereignty, now forms the bedrock of the transitional government’s political discourse. Yet, beneath this outward display […]
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Niger: fpl leader mahmoud salah released, group declares renewed conflict against abdourahamane tiani
By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative journalist
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Burkina Faso’s territorial control claims: a reality check
The transitional government in Burkina Faso has been actively promoting a narrative of successful territorial reconquest, asserting control over nearly 75% of the national landmass (officially stated as 74.53%). However, a closer examination of independent data, humanitarian reports, and the daily experiences of citizens suggests that this official rhetoric might be more aligned with political […]
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