Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
The Kingdom of Morocco, guided by the forward-thinking leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, has demonstrated to the world how youth can rise to positions of responsibility and set benchmarks for excellence when given the right opportunities, stated Fouzi Lekjaa, Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget, on Wednesday in Rabat. Speaking during a […]
The political landscape in Sénégal is shifting as opposition forces rally around President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, challenging the ambitions of former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The Democratic Party of Sénégal (PDS), led by former president Abdoulaye Wade’s son Karim Wade, has taken a firm stance against constitutional reforms spearheaded by the Pastef party, sparking a […]
In Senegal, a surprising political alignment has emerged as opposition forces rally behind President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to counter the constitutional reforms championed by his former ally, Ousmane Sonko. The Parti Démocratique Sénégalais (PDS), led by former President Abdoulaye Wade, has publicly declared its opposition to the referendum on the controversial constitutional revisions. This move […]
From financial corridors to industrial innovation In April 2026, Morocco’s Competition Council endorsed the acquisition of a 68% stake in Forafic Agro Holdings Limited by Cap Holding—a subsidiary of Chakib Alj. This transaction marked the end of Yariv Elbaz’s majority control over the Moroccan industrial giant, signaling a strategic pivot toward sectors where technology intersects […]
Hundreds of women from Togo’s agricultural sector gathered in Lomé to champion their pivotal role in reshaping the country’s farming future. The Forum national de l’agricultrice togolaise (FoNAT 2026), running from June 30 to July 1, 2026, serves as a bold platform for rural women to voice their challenges and advocate for structural changes that […]
Washington has placed the Gasabo Gold refinery in the crosshairs of its sanctions enforcement, citing alleged financial ties to destabilizing activities in the Great Lakes region. The U.S. Treasury’s latest move underscores growing scrutiny over precious metal trade routes that may be channeling funds to armed groups in Democratic Republic of Congo. Industry insiders report […]
politics Gabon’s governance test under international scrutiny by lead editor July 1, 2026 118 No comment Libreville, Wednesday, July 1, 2026 — As the global fight against corruption increasingly defines a nation’s credibility among investors, international partners, and citizens alike, Gabon this week finds itself under the global spotlight. Since June 29, the country has […]
Cameroon’s Union démocratique du Cameroun condemns alleged torture of political activist The Union démocratique du Cameroun (UDC) has expressed deep concern over reports that activist Jacques Bertrand Mang was subjected to torture and inhumane treatment. Through its president, Patricia Tomaino Ndam Njoya, the party vehemently condemns such acts, which violate the Cameroonian Constitution. ‘’Should these […]
Between June 23 and 29, the Malian Armed Forces successfully escorted a convoy of 940 civilian supply trucks along the Kaïs-Sandari-Diema-Bamako route, ensuring safe passage to the capital. The operation began with 540 trucks departing from Kaïs toward Sandari, later joined by an additional military escort originating from Diéma. Vehicles stranded along the way were […]
Benin senate formation gathers pace with first member list unveiled The establishment of the Senate in Bénin has reached a key milestone as the government finalizes the first roster of ex-officio members slated to join the newly formed upper parliamentary chamber. This development follows the constitutional reforms enacted in November 2025, which reintroduced a bicameral […]
With August’s commemorative events approaching, the Gabonese government is boosting its organizational efforts to ensure seamless execution of the nation’s most significant celebrations. Leading the charge, Vice-President of the Government, Hermann Immongault, chaired an operational meeting on June 30, 2026, with the Independence Day festivities organizing committee. The session focused on assessing progress for three […]
Uber is broadening its presence in Morocco by launching ride-hailing services in Tangier and Agadir, two key tourist hubs. This move complements existing offerings in Casablanca and Rabat, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting the country’s booming tourism sector—especially as preparations intensify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. With Morocco targeting 26 million visitors by […]
