Bénin’s president arrives in Niamey, signaling potential diplomatic thaw with Niger
Béninese President Romuald Wadagni arrived in Niamey on Tuesday for an official visit, a significant development that could pave the way for a normalization of relations between Bénin and Niger. Ties between the two West African nations have been severely strained since the military coup in Niger in July 2023, which brought a new regime […]
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Benin’s 42nd national tree day: empowering youth for a greener future
Benin is significantly accelerating its national policy for the restoration of forest landscapes. This Monday, June 1, 2026, the Hêkandji Public Primary School (EPP) in the commune of Tori-Bossito, hosted the 42nd observance of the National Tree Day. This pivotal event officially inaugurated the country’s national reforestation campaign for the 2026-2027 period. This year’s celebration, […]
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Morocco champions humanitarian action at african union peace council
Politics Morocco champions humanitarian action at African Union Peace Council The Kingdom, as African Union Champion on migration, has placed humanitarian action at the core of its foreign policy and African cooperation, sparing no effort to mitigate humanitarian crises across the continent. 4 min read Add to selections Mohamed Arrouchi, Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the […]
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Eu funding boosts Morocco’s water strategy with €348 million initiative
EU injects €348 million into Morocco’s water security drive Brussels and key European development partners have finalized a landmark €348 million (3.7 billion Moroccan dirhams) funding package for Morocco’s water sector, signed in Rabat this week. The three-year initiative builds on the strategic water cooperation framework established during the November 2024 high-level meeting between King […]
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Ousmane Sonko’s assembly seat: constitutional council weighs in on his future
The Constitutional Council of Senegal is currently examining the matter of Ousmane Sonko’s potential reinstatement to the National Assembly. This development comes amid significant opposition challenges, with several deputies questioning the legal standing of his position. The proceedings before the high court raise critical questions regarding the delicate balance of power within the government and […]
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Shocking video of tortured radio host surfaces at Cameroon trial
The ongoing trial regarding the murder of Martinez Zogo, a prominent Cameroonian radio host whose lifeless body was discovered in January 2023 following severe violence, advanced significantly on June 1, 2026, in Yaoundé. A chilling video depicting the journalist in a state of distress was unveiled, revealing him bleeding and pleading for help. This disturbing […]
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Mali and Burkina Faso intensify security cooperation amidst escalating regional challenges
Mali and Burkina Faso are significantly enhancing their collaborative security efforts. This intensified coordination comes amidst persistent armed threats along their shared borders and a fresh wave of Burkinabe refugees arriving on Malian territory, reflecting critical West Africa Mali news. Mahamadou Sana, Burkina Faso’s Minister of Security, arrived in Bamako on May 31 for a […]
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Prime minister al aminou lo’s inaugural address hints at past tensions with ousmane sonko
Al Aminou Lo lance des piques au Premier ministre sortant, Ousmane Sonko During his inaugural address, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo underscored the imperative for government action to prioritize the national interest. He also subtly referenced prior consultations with Ousmane Sonko, the outgoing Prime Minister, a political gesture that observers interpret as an indication […]
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Senegal’s new cabinet formed without pastef representation
Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Amine Mohamed Lô of Senegal unveiled the composition of a new 30-member government on Monday evening. Notably, the cabinet does not include representatives from the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, despite its majority status in the National Assembly. This executive reshuffle takes place amidst a period of national political realignment, marked by the […]
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Gabon’s debate over presidential power under scrutiny
A fresh chapter is unfolding in Gabon’s ongoing dialogue about national sovereignty, with political commentator and activist Nadia Christelle Koye stepping into the spotlight to challenge persistent ambiguities surrounding presidential authority. Her intervention comes at a pivotal moment as Libreville navigates the complexities of post-transition governance following the August 2023 military-led shift in power and […]
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JNIM alleges abuses against civilians by Malian forces and Africa Corps in Niono
In a statement issued on May 31, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) openly accused the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) and their Russian allies, Africa Corps, of executing Fulani villagers in the Niono district. This latest pronouncement once again highlights the precarious situation of civilian populations, caught between counter-terrorism operations and […]
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Rwanda-dr Congo border closure hits local economies
The abrupt closure of the border crossing between Goma (Democratic Republic of the Congo) and Gisenyi (Rwanda) has sent shockwaves through the local economy, leaving small traders struggling to survive. Jacques Safari, a street vendor selling eggs in Goma, is one of those feeling the pinch. Before the border shutdown, he regularly sold five trays […]
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