Sonko pressures faye over local election date in Senegal
In a bold move during his nationwide tour to distribute Pastef party membership cards, opposition leader Ousmane Sonko intensified his scrutiny of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over the postponement of local elections. The rally in Louga drew significant turnout, setting the stage for a direct confrontation on electoral governance. The leader of Pastef didn’t mince […]
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Algeria’s historic win over ivory coast secures world cup spot
Algeria stuns Côte d’Ivoire to reach Women’s CAN semifinals and book 2027 World Cup spot Action from the thrilling quarter-final clash History was made on Saturday as Algeria’s women’s football team secured their first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations semifinal berth by defeating Côte d’Ivoire 2-1, simultaneously earning qualification for the 2027 FIFA World Cup […]
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Star oil Tchad and zone auto team up to boost lubricant quality in N’Djamena
Star Oil Tchad and Zone Auto Join Forces to Elevate Automotive Lubricant Standards in N’Djamena A landmark partnership between Star Oil Tchad and Zone Auto will expand the distribution of authentic TotalEnergies lubricants, accompanied by the launch of a new retail outlet in the heart of N’Djamena. — 4 min read N’Djamena, Tchad — A […]
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Ousmane Sonko criticises electoral decree amid political tensions in Senegal
Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Patriotes movement, has sharply criticised the presidential decree process, drawing parallels between recent high-profile dismissals and the delayed announcement of local elections. In a pointed statement, he highlighted that while the president has the authority to remove officials like Fadilou Keïta from the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations or Waly […]
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Sonko’s visit to louga interrupted by massive crowd in koki
Sonko’s visit to Louga halted by enthusiastic crowd in Koki The planned visit to the Koki daara took an unexpected turn as crowds overwhelmed the area, forcing a halt to the proceedings. During his Saturday morning visit to Louga, Ousmane Sonko arrived at the Koki daara, but the scale of the talibé gathering made it […]
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Tillabéri under renewed jihadist threat in Niger
An attack claimed by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) on the evening of August 7, 2026, against a Nigerien Armed Forces vehicle on the Kabaji-Belongam axis in the Tillabéri region has reignited national debates over security. While the group’s claim awaits independent verification, the incident underscores a broader crisis: the […]
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Psg held to draw by manchester united in pre-season clash
football pre-season Paris Saint-Germain held to a draw by Manchester United ahead of European Super Cup With just four days remaining until their European Super Cup showdown against Aston Villa, Paris Saint-Germain squared off against Manchester United in their second pre-season test. The match concluded in a 1-1 stalemate at the Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg, […]
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Bamako receives massive fuel shipment via 840 tanker trucks
A significant fuel delivery reached Bamako over the weekend as 840 tanker trucks transporting gasoline and diesel arrived under heavy military escort. The official national broadcaster confirmed the milestone, highlighting the coordinated security measures deployed to safeguard the precious cargo during its journey. Military and customs units maintain round-the-clock vigilance The nation’s defense and security […]
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Sonko challenges president on local elections timing in louga
During a political tour in the northern city of Louga, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the ruling party Pastef Les Patriotes and Speaker of the National Assembly, raised concerns about the government’s handling of upcoming local elections. The visit, part of a broader campaign to promote party membership drives, drew significant turnout from militants and supporters. […]
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Benin education minister armand kuyema natta outlines new vision for schools
Benin education minister armand kuyema natta outlines new vision for schools Armand Kuyema Natta, Benin’s Minister of Pre-Primary and Primary Education, launched an official tour on July 29, 2026, to meet teams in the Ouémé and Plateau regions. This first field visit since his appointment aims to strengthen collaboration with education sector leaders while introducing […]
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Benin minister meets with sme owners in alibori and borgou regions
Awaou Baco engages with small businesses in Alibori and Borgou The Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, Awaou Baco, concluded a two-day working visit to the Alibori and Borgou departments on July 28-29, 2026. The mission focused on assessing support programs for young entrepreneurs, artisans, farmers, and individuals with disabilities through the […]
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Bénin launches first national open government action plan
Bénin launches first national open government action plan Cotonou — Nearly 18 months after joining the Open Government Partnership (OGP), Bénin has taken a decisive step toward implementing its inaugural National Action Plan with a five-day workshop held in Cotonou from July 27 to 31, 2026. The intensive sessions brought together public administration officials, representatives […]
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