Bénin’s historic sénat inauguration: talon and boni yayi united

  Bénin’s institutional framework is on the cusp of a momentous transformation. Members of the nation’s inaugural Sénat convened a private session on Friday, July 24, at the Sofitel Hotel in Cotonou. This nearly two-hour closed-door meeting focused on finalizing procedural and organizational details ahead of the official installation ceremony, scheduled for Thursday, July 30, […]

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Côte d’Ivoire’s PND 2026-2030: a planned path to national development

Côte d’Ivoire’s PND 2026-2030: a planned path to national development Strategic vision for national growth The Republic of Côte d’Ivoire is embarking on a meticulously crafted journey towards sustained progress with the introduction of its National Development Program (PND) for the period 2026-2030. This ambitious blueprint underscores the nation’s commitment to strategic planning, ensuring that […]

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Burkina Faso: the chasm between national assertion and a worsening security reality

In Burkina Faso, the distinction between political posturing and the harsh realities on the ground appears increasingly blurred. A recent directive by the military junta, establishing a “memory attire” to coincide with commemorations of key decolonization milestones, vividly illustrates this dynamic. Presented as a symbol of reasserted sovereignty and national pride, this initiative aligns with […]

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Africa’s critical minerals: charting a path to economic sovereignty

The African continent holds a significant portion of the world’s critical mineral reserves, essential raw materials driving both the global energy transition and the digital revolution. A pivotal conference held on July 27, 2026, themed « Africa at a Crossroads: Navigating Global Geopolitical Competition in the Age of Critical Minerals », illuminated the immense challenges […]

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Global diplomatic shifts: US-France un dispute, Romania’s drone response, Saudi Arabia’s defense, and Chad exits ICC

Partager Écouter l’article Ajouter aux favoris UN: United States delegation walks out in protest of French criticism. A diplomatic spat erupted at the United Nations Security Council on Monday when the American delegation exited the chamber as the French ambassador began to speak. The US delegation denounced France’s comments as “hypocritical” after Paris had drawn […]

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Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s intensifying patriotic rhetoric

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has firmly positioned himself as a leading voice for national pride in Senegal, particularly evident with the recent unveiling of his new political entity. The launch of Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains, held at the prestigious Roi Fahd hotel in Dakar on July 25, 2026, underscored a deliberate escalation of patriotic […]

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Olympique Lyonnais vs Auxerre: ligue 1 fixture date dependent on champions league fate

Olympique Lyonnais will discover the definitive schedule for their Ligue 1 encounter against Auxerre following their third-round Champions League qualifier against Sparta Prague. While the LFP (Ligue de Football Professionnel) rectified an earlier announcement by confirming the fourth matchday fixtures before the third, the early September Ligue 1 calendar remains incomplete for some teams. Notably, […]

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Côte d’Ivoire: the rhdp’s transformation from unified party to political hegemon

From the series The making of the RHDP Conceived as a grand convergence for the political descendants of Félix Houphouët-Boigny, who had long been divided by disputes over his legacy, the Rally of Houphouëtists for Democracy and Peace (RHDP) embarked on a remarkable trajectory. Initially formed as a strategic alliance between Alassane Ouattara and Henri […]

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AES leaders reinforce security cooperation in Niamey

Niamey – Consultations among high-ranking officials from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) are actively progressing, coinciding with the third anniversary celebrations marking the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP)’s rise to power. On Monday, July 27, 2026, Major General Mohamed Toumba, Niger’s Minister of State for Interior, Public Security, and Territorial […]

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Lansana Gagny Sakho : Ousmane Sonko n’a jamais choisi la République, selon l’ancien allié

La polémique sur le choix politique de Ousmane Sonko Invité de l’émission RFM Matin, Lansana Gagny Sakho a revu en tête les raisons de son éloignement avec le président du Sénegal. Selon lui, il avait adhéré au projet politique porté par Pastef à l’époque en raison des hommes qui l’incarnaient. Mais l’ancien allié d’Ousmane Sonko […]

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Former ally lashes out at sonko over republican values

Lansana Gagny Sakho accuses Ousmane Sonko of abandoning state institutions After Senegal’s political transition, he turned down a high-profile water and sanitation ministry position, standing firm on his principles instead of pursuing personal gain. Lansana Gagny Sakho, a prominent political figure who once supported Ousmane Sonko but now backs President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Kiiraay party, […]

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