President Ouattara highlights Côte d’Ivoire’s dynamic economy and development goals
President Alassane Ouattara affirmed Côte d’Ivoire’s sustained development trajectory, underscoring its dynamic economy. The nation continues to achieve one of the highest annual growth rates in the region and globally, a testament to its robust economic fundamentals. This declaration was made during his traditional address to the Nation on the evening of August 6th, marking […]
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Bénin’s inaugural senate: ex-president patrice talon takes the helm
Bénin has officially established its first-ever Senate, an institution brought into existence following a constitutional revision enacted in November 2025. This new legislative body is primarily tasked with enhancing the regulation of the nation’s political landscape. The Senate comprises 25 parliamentarians whose membership is not determined by popular election. Instead, individuals become members by right, […]
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Parliamentary inquiry sparks political tensions in Senegal’s higher education sector
Over the past two years, Senegal’s Ministry of Higher Education has seen three different ministers at its helm: Abdourahmane Diouf, followed by Daouda Ngom, and currently Boubacar Camara, who took office on June 1, 2026. Six parliamentary inquiry commissions are on the agenda for the extraordinary session convened by the National Assembly on Monday, August […]
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Chad media training partnership boosts journalism standards
Chad Chad’s media training alliance aims to elevate journalism standards A new partnership between Chad’s leading journalism school and media association seeks to modernize local journalism through hands-on training, internships, and continuous professional development. August 6, 2026 — 2 min read Share N’Djamena partnership unites academic rigor with media industry needs N’Djamena — On August […]
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Senegal assembly to convene urgent session on august 10
Senegal’s National Assembly to convene extraordinary session The National Assembly of Senegal has published an official decree convening its members for an extraordinary session on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM. This session, authorized by Assembly President Ousmane Sonko, will focus on critical legislative priorities and oversight measures. The decree, numbered 192, outlines a […]
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Patrice Talon’s senate presidency: a new chapter in beninese politics
On Thursday, August 6, 2026, Benin’s political landscape witnessed a historic shift. Delegates convened at the Governors’ Palace in Porto-Novo elected former President Patrice Talon to lead the nation’s newly established Senate, marking the inauguration of a bicameral parliamentary system. Having steered the country’s executive branch for a decade (2016–2026), Talon’s leadership under the banner […]
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Patrice talon takes senate leadership in Benin’s new political era
Just two months after completing his second presidential term and handing over power, former Beninese President Patrice Talon has been elected as the inaugural head of the newly established Senate of Benin. The vote, held this Thursday, marks the beginning of a five-year mandate and signals a pivotal shift in the country’s institutional framework. This […]
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Haitham Hassan’s celtic move: a step closer to champions league ambition
06 août 2026 23:27+02:00 Traduit par Un transfert fou propulse Haitham Hassan en Ligue des champions : une étape vers l’accomplissement du rêve Mercato H. Hassan Real Oviedo Celtic Premiership Égypte Écosse La star égyptienne au Celtic Scottish powerhouse Celtic has successfully secured the transfer of Egyptian winger Haitham Hassan from Spanish club Real Oviedo. […]
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Patrice talon sworn in as Benin senate president with unity pledge
Patrice Talon sworn in as Benin Senate president with unity pledge In a historic session held Thursday at Porto-Novo’s Governor’s Palace, former President Patrice Talon was elected to lead Benin’s newly established Senate. Addressing the gathered senators, he emphasized the need to transform the institution into a cohesive “family” built on consensus, responsibility, and mutual […]
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Mali revamps defense and security framework for modern threats
After more than two decades under the same national defense framework, Mali is rolling out a sweeping security reform to address evolving threats, including cyber risks and internal crises. The overhaul, recently adopted by the National Transitional Council, replaces the outdated 2004 defense law and expands its scope to encompass homeland security, cybersecurity, and crisis […]
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Un warns of isil’s growing threat in Sahel and lake Chad region
Global alarm: ISIL’s decentralised network spreads across Africa The United Nations has raised the alarm over the escalating threat posed by the so-called Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIL) across Africa, particularly in the Sahel and the Lake Chad Basin. While the group’s central leadership has weakened, its regional branches have gained unprecedented autonomy, […]
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Gabon seeks to boost economy through mining sector growth
Gabon seeks to boost economy through mining sector growth The Gabonese government is positioning mining as a cornerstone of economic diversification, aiming to counterbalance the gradual decline in oil production. Recent months have seen a surge in investment commitments, alongside intensified exploration and research activities across multiple provinces. Officials now project that mining could contribute […]
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