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Cotonou, Bénin – May 24, 2026 – Bénin has delivered one of Africa’s most compelling political narratives this year. On Sunday, May 24, in an atmosphere of republican solemnity rarely witnessed across the continent, Romuald Wadagni officially took the oath of office as the new President of the Republic. He succeeds Patrice Talon, who completed […]
Romuald Wadagni officially assumes presidential duties in Bénin. On Sunday, May 24, 2026, Romuald Wadagni was formally inaugurated as the new President of the Republic of Bénin. The transition of power saw the newly sworn-in head of state accompany his predecessor, Patrice Talon, to his vehicle, marking the official end of Talon’s tenure. The investiture […]
French defender Maxence Lacroix is poised to play his final Premier League match for Crystal Palace this Sunday, May 24, as the English championship season concludes. His future, it appears, lies elsewhere. Maxence Lacroix has significantly elevated his profile over the past year. Following a remarkable season with Crystal Palace, the talented French center-back earned […]
Lindsey Heaps’ European journey with OL Lyonnes culminated in a Champions League final loss to FC Barcelona, marking her last appearance in the competition before her impending move to Denver. Just three weeks prior, she believed she had secured an early lead, only for the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) to intervene. That prior incident, against […]
Politics Mali’s challenging path: five years post-coup under assimi goïta Five years ago, Assimi Goïta seized power in Mali through a coup d’état. Since then, his leadership has drawn significant criticism, yet he maintains a degree of popular support. This analysis delves into the complex realities. Exactly five years have passed since General Assimi Goïta […]
Le retour des supporters sénégalais à l’aéroport international de Ndiass ce dimanche matin. (Seyllou/AFP) Senegalese football fans, who had been imprisoned following disturbances during the CAN 2025 final in Rabat this past January, have now returned to Senegal. Their release came on Sunday morning after King Mohammed VI of Morocco granted them a royal pardon […]
chadian supreme court upholds succés masra’s 20-year prison sentence Chad’s highest judicial body, the Supreme Court, on Thursday, May 21st, definitively confirmed the 20-year prison sentence for former Prime Minister and leader of the Les Transformateurs party, Succès Masra. The court’s rejection of his appeal immediately triggered widespread dismay and disappointment among his many supporters […]
Ousmane Sonko : ce que pensent les Sénégalais de son limogeage Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. Ousmane Sonko : ce que pensent les Sénégalais de son limogeage Published 24 mai 2026 Le limogeage d’Ousmane Sonko comme Premier ministre continue de faire réagir au Sénégal. Dans la rue, les […]
D. Rice Arsenal Premier League B. Saka Declan Rice has revealed the immense pressure he felt as Arsenal pursued their first Premier League title in 22 years, waiting for any misstep from Manchester City. The England international confessed he had to temporarily distance himself from his teammates, unable to bear watching the decisive match unfold […]
Cristian Romero has made a surprise return to England ahead of Tottenham’s pivotal Premier League clash with Everton, defying calls from club legends for him to stay away during the club’s relegation fight. The Argentine defender, who had initially stayed in Argentina to recover from a knee injury, reversed his decision just days before the […]
Following a fierce assault on the Niger National Guard (GNN) at Kirtachi, situated in the Tillabéri region, an internal radio message dated May 22, 2026, has brought to light the true extent of losses suffered by the Defense and Security Forces (FDS). This official military document, marked “secret defense,” confirms that a formidable array of […]
South Africa has formally initiated the extradition process against the pan-African activist Kemi Seba. This legal action carries significant diplomatic and economic implications, resonating with international markets. The legal steps taken by Pretoria hold ramifications extending well beyond its national boundaries. The official commencement of extradition proceedings against Kemi Seba, a prominent figure in continental […]