South kivu’s social actors face escalating abductions and intimidation
The strategic province of South Kivu, located in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is currently experiencing a concerning new wave of tension impacting its social fabric. Human rights advocates, journalists, and community association leaders are reporting a significant rise in intimidation, targeted threats, and abductions. These actions primarily target individuals who document abuses […]
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Babacar bâ challenges ousmane sonko on pastef’s 1.7 billion fcfa fund
In Senegal, the ongoing dispute surrounding alleged black funds from the previous administration has taken a distinctly personal turn. Babacar Bâ, a prominent civil society advocate known for his involvement in public governance discussions, is now directly challenging the consistency of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Bâ criticizes the head of government for basing a significant […]
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Doctors’ strike ends in DRC after government makes concessions
doctors’ strike ends in DRC after government makes concessions The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached a landmark agreement with the medical community, bringing an end to a prolonged strike that threatened to cripple the nation’s healthcare system. After weeks of intense negotiations, the government and representatives of the National Union of Doctors […]
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Dakar hosts Senegal’s premier forum on sustainable blue economy
Key takeaways Dates: July 13 and 14, 2026, at the Grand Théâtre National Doudou Ndiaye Coumba Rose in Dakar Inaugural event: First national forum dedicated to Senegal’s sustainable and inclusive blue economy Primary participants: Dakar Autonomous Port, National Agency for Maritime Affairs (ANAM), Ministry of Maritime Economy This weekend, Senegal is hosting its inaugural National […]
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Newcastle’s Transfer Bid for Fribourg Star Manzambi Falls Through, Aston Villa Steps In
Newcastle United’s highly anticipated transfer bid for Fribourg’s star player Johan Manzambi has hit a snag. The Magpies were reportedly close to securing the deal, but it appears that another Premier League club is now in pole position. Aston Villa, who have been chasing Manzambi for some time, are said to be leading the charge. […]
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Senegal politics: Babacar Bâ exposes Ousmane Sonko’s funding paradox
The president of the Forum du Justiciable, Babacar Bâ, has once again taken a firm stance against what he describes as a glaring inconsistency in the discourse of former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko regarding political funding transparency. In a bold public statement, the human rights advocate emphasizes that the same individual now positioning himself as […]
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Gabon’s nyanga province: a stark 77% poverty rate challenges national development narrative
The statistic emerged almost unnoticed. Tucked away within the 219-page National Human Development Report (RNDH) 2026, a single line reveals that over 77% of residents in Gabon’s Nyanga province live in poverty. This brief, isolated mention lacks contextualization and starkly contrasts with the report’s overarching tone, which often portrays Gabon as a nation with high […]
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Morocco’s population outlook by 2060: urban growth and aging trends
Morocco’s demographic shift: steady growth with a silver lining Projections from Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) outline a nation transforming over the next 36 years. Based on a medium-term scenario, the country’s population is expected to rise from 36.8 million in 2024 to 43.3 million by 2060, marking a 17.8% increase. This translates to […]
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Sonko warns government over oil deal secrecy in Senegal
Politics Sonko warns government over oil deal secrecy in Senegal The Pastef leader vowed to use parliament to topple the government if national interests are compromised in upcoming oil agreements. Dakar, July 13, 2026 — Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly and leader of the Pastef party, delivered a fiery address on Sunday, July […]
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Sonko slams president Faye’s leadership from Touba podium
From the sacred grounds of Touba on Sunday, July 12, 2026, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly and leader of the Pastef party, delivered a scathing critique of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s governance. Addressing a packed crowd during the unveiling of his party’s new headquarters, Sonko framed his remarks within the moral and spiritual […]
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Ousmane sonko escalates rhetoric against diomaye faye over constitutional ruling
During his recent tour across the Baol region, Ousmane Sonko significantly sharpened his criticism directed at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Convening this past Sunday in Touba, where he inaugurated the Pastef-Touba headquarters before leading a discussion on current political challenges, the Pastef leader revisited the Constitutional Council’s decision to invalidate the constitutional revision law, openly […]
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Senegal politics: Sonko’s warning over no-confidence motion against Lô’s government
During a gathering in Touba this past Sunday, Ousmane Sonko, the Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, issued a stern warning to Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô. Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, which holds a substantial majority in the Assembly, once again raised the possibility of introducing a motion of no-confidence against the government. […]
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