Ivory Coast sets shea nut price at 250 FCFA per kg
Economy Published August 17, 2026 | Abidjan.net TV Ivory Coast establishes new price for shea almonds at 250 FCFA per kilogram Related videos Agenda for fairs and exhibitions – August 2026 Egypt (Cairo): Signing of agreement between Dr. Laheq Al Otibi (Arab Union of Construction and Real Estate Development) and Siriki Sangaré (Chamber of Real […]
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Benin’s public debt: why alarm bells are unwarranted
Following the release of the latest figures on Benin’s public debt, which reached 9,122.2 billion F CFA, some voices have expressed concerns about potential over-indebtedness. However, an objective analysis of key macroeconomic indicators clearly demonstrates that the nation’s financial situation remains entirely under control, with no justification for alarm. Benin’s debt ratio remains well below […]
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Niger’s deepening security crisis after mPLJ attack claims 15 soldiers
Niger finds its escalating insecurity increasingly challenging the military government’s assertions of sovereignty. A recent dual assault in the country’s northern reaches, claimed by the Movement for Justice and Liberty of the Peoples (MPLJ), resulted in the deaths of at least 15 soldiers. This incident starkly illustrates a harsh reality: the junta, led by General […]
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Local governments in Lomé sharpen financial skills for better service delivery
Lomé, August 17, 2026 — Local governments in Togo’s maritime region are stepping up efforts to enhance their financial independence and service delivery. From August 17 to 19, 2026, officials from Golfe 2, Golfe 3, Agoè-Nyivé 5, and Agoè-Nyivé 6 are gathering in Golfe 7 for a specialized training session focused on financial resource mobilization […]
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Sénégal launches high-tech hospital to boost healthcare sovereignty
Senegal has taken a major step toward strengthening its healthcare system with the inauguration of the Polyclinique Internationale de Dakar (PID). Situated strategically between the Hôpital Principal de Dakar and the Corniche Ouest, this 2,500 m² medical facility aims to cut down on costly medical evacuations abroad while positioning the capital as a leading healthcare […]
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Forced patriotism training for journalists in Burkina Faso sparks freedom of speech concerns
In a move that has sent shockwaves through defenders of fundamental freedoms, over forty Burkinabè journalists recently completed several days of military-led training near Ouagadougou. Marketed as a civic education program, this initiative conceals a far more troubling agenda: an attempt to re-educate and subjugate independent journalism under the guise of patriotism. The implications for […]
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Key developments in Senegal on sunday, august 16, 2026
Key developments in Senegal on sunday, august 16, 2026 Sunday, August 16, 2026, brought a series of significant events across Senegal. A gathering of the Kiiraay movement in Mbacké descended into disorder, prompting intervention from law enforcement. Concurrently, the presidents of Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire embarked on private visits to France, sparking considerable public discussion. […]
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Gabon: a journalist released after nearly four months of detention
In Gabon, the recent release of a journalist, detained for almost four months due to publications deemed critical of the authorities, has reignited critical discussions surrounding press protection during the transitional period. This situation, brought to public attention by local media, underscores the fragile legal framework governing the profession since the August 2023 change in […]
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Senegal’s cost of living: Dakar prices exceed Paris for essential goods
In a nation grappling with persistent inflation, a striking observation has reignited discussions about the elevated cost of living across Senegal. A video, originally filmed by French content creator Simon Labas and uploaded in December 2025, has recently resurfaced across social media platforms. It vividly illustrates a series of product prices recorded at various retail […]
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Tchad. Tchad: l’opposant Succès Masra prône la réconciliation
Politique Présidentielle américaine. Les démocrates démarreront les primaires 2028 en Caroline du Sud Exit l’Iowa et le New Hampshire, le Parti démocrate a choisi samedi de désigner la Caroline du Sud comme premier Etat à voter aux primaires pour la présidentielle de 2028. Un choix censé mieux représenter la diversité des électeurs. By Maimouna Kaboré […]
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Sénégal Mali transporters seek smoother border crossings between Dakar and Bamako
Sénégal-Mali transporters seek smoother border crossings between Dakar and Bamako The bustling trade corridor linking Dakar and Bamako is facing mounting congestion challenges. At the heart of the issue lies Moussala, where a 15-kilometre queue of trucks stretches toward the Mali border, leaving drivers stranded and businesses struggling to meet delivery deadlines. Expanding trade strains […]
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Fenerbahçe suffers turkish league defeat ahead of olympique lyonnais champions league clash
Foot, Turquie Fenerbahçe suffers turkish league defeat ahead of olympique lyonnais champions league clash Fenerbahçe affronte l’OL ce mardi (coup d’envoi à 21 heures). (AFP) Just three days before their crucial UEFA Champions League playoff first leg against Olympique Lyonnais, Fenerbahçe suffered an unexpected 1-2 defeat on the road against Gençlerbirligi in their opening Turkish […]
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