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Cotonou recently experienced a day charged with profound symbolism on May 24, 2026. Beyond the official investiture of Bénin’s new president, Romuald Wadagni, it was the composition of the political and diplomatic attendance that truly captured the attention of observers. Opposition figures, former heads of state, representatives from several neighboring West African countries, and personalities […]
On Sunday afternoon, May 24, 2026, the community of Baga-Sola in the Lake Chad province witnessed a powerful display of solidarity. Young people, organized under the Coordination of Lake Youth Associations (CADELAC), extended crucial support to the Defense and Security Forces (FDS), who stand at the forefront of the ongoing campaign against Boko Haram. Addressing […]
General Ali Ahmat Aghabache, Chad’s Minister of Public Security and Immigration, issued a directive on May 25, 2026, calling for heightened vigilance among security forces across the nation. The mandate specifically targets public spaces and religious sites in anticipation of the upcoming Tabaski holiday. In an official communiqué, Minister Aghabache instructed all pertinent security agencies […]
Wolfsburg relegated after dramatic playoff loss to Paderborn VfL Wolfsburg’s 29-year Bundesliga stay ends after playoff defeat to SC Paderborn In a stunning playoff reversal, VfL Wolfsburg suffered a 2-1 extra-time defeat to SC Paderborn on Monday night, sealing their relegation to the 2.Bundesliga for the first time since the 1996-97 season. The loss marks […]
The executive boards of the Chadian Magistrates’ Union (Syndicat des Magistrats du Tchad, SMT) and the Autonomous Magistrates’ Union (Syndicat Autonome des Magistrats du Tchad, SYAMAT) have filed an official complaint against the Minister of Public Security and Immigration, Ali Ahmat Aghabache, with the Prosecutor General at the N’Djamena Court of Appeal. In their complaint, […]
Senegal’s political shift: new prime minister named after Sonko’s dismissal RFI lun. 25 mai 2026 à 8:19 PM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye reshaped the government’s top leadership on Monday, appointing Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as the new Prime Minister. The move follows […]
Senegal welcomes new prime minister after cabinet reshuffle President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed economist Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô as Senegal’s new Prime Minister, as announced in a televised decree on May 25. Lô previously served as Secretary-General in the first government formed by Faye, who assumed office in April 2024, before being elevated to […]
In a decisive move to reclaim public spaces, the municipal authorities of N’Djaména’s 7th district have initiated a sweeping operation to clear encroachments along the Taïwan Avenue. Launched on Monday, this campaign targets chaotic street vending, unauthorized structures, and stray animals obstructing traffic, aiming to restore order and enhance urban livability. The operation, spearheaded by […]
Live Spielstände, Statistiken und Highlights 25 mai 2026 17:12+02:00 Un coup de pouce pour Arsenal ? Ousmane Dembélé et Achraf Hakimi ont tous deux manqué le match amical interne du PSG, alimentant les craintes sur leur état physique à l’approche de la finale de la Ligue des champions Ousmane Dembélé A. Hakimi Arsenal Paris Saint-Germain […]
In a dramatic shift of power, the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a Tuareg rebel group, has reclaimed control of Kidal, a strategic city in northern Mali. This follows a coordinated offensive with the Jama’at Nusrat ul-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM), an al-Qaeda-linked militant faction, that overwhelmed Malian armed forces and their Russian allies in […]
In Bondoukou, Côte d’Ivoire, the departmental delegate for the National Youth Council of Côte d’Ivoire (CNJCI) for Bondoukou, Alexis Adjoumani Kouadio, recently called upon associative leaders and youth representatives to embrace a responsible approach to politics. This significant appeal took place during a capacity-building workshop held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the regional Youth […]
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially parted ways with his Prime Minister and former political comrade, Ousmane Sonko, on Friday, May 22, 2026. This significant political development follows months of escalating tensions between the two prominent figures, who jointly ascended to power in April 2024. The popular rallying cry, « Diomaye Moy Sonko » (meaning « Diomaye […]