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The commune of Abobo is in mourning following the passing of one of its most prominent political and customary leaders. Koné Gogé, widely known as Le Doyen, former mayor of Abobo, delegate of the PDCI-RDA for Abobo 2, and traditional chief of Kpafonon village, passed away on May 12, 2026, in Abidjan. This information has […]
regional military push forces boko haram fighters to flee lake Chad strongholds A coordinated regional offensive involving air and ground operations has driven Boko Haram jihadists from their hideouts along Lake Chad, according to intelligence sources and eyewitness accounts. joint military operations dismantle jihadist presence Since Friday, Chadian forces, supported by Nigerian and Nigerien troops, […]
Rodez edges Red Star in chaotic Ligue 2 playoff thriller In a Ligue 2 playoff showdown at Saint-Ouen’s Stade Bauer, Rodez pulled off a dramatic 2-3 victory against the Red Star, overturning two early deficits to secure their place in the next round. The Aveyron-based side will now face Saint-Étienne at Geoffroy-Guichard in a high-stakes […]
The Chad is grappling with a mounting humanitarian crisis as over 1.3 million refugees and returnees, predominantly women and children, seek shelter in a nation already strained by poverty and an underfunded healthcare system. This critical situation was highlighted during a recent mission by a senior United Nations official specializing in reproductive and sexual health. […]
A significant conference addressing Sénégal’s escalating debt crisis recently convened in Dakar, under the patronage of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Although Sonko himself was unable to attend the opening due to illness, as conveyed by Justice Minister Yacine Fall, the event proceeded with a clear mandate: to explore innovative solutions beyond the traditional framework offered […]
The bustling capital of Dakar has become the epicenter of a critical economic discussion this week, as policymakers, economists, and civil society leaders convene to address Sénégal’s escalating debt burden. The International Conference on Debt, themed “From Crisis to Solutions: Rethinking Sénégal’s Debt and Moving Beyond Austerity”, underscores the urgency of exploring sustainable alternatives to […]
The holding company, Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, has formally declared its acquisition of SICTA, the Société Ivoirienne de Contrôle Technique Automobile. SICTA stands as the long-standing leader in Côte d’Ivoire’s automotive technical inspection sector. During a press gathering in Abidjan on April 29, David Fofana, the CEO of Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, elaborated on the SICTA takeover and the […]
IMF–Senegal talks: Debt management and economic reforms take center stage Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), engaged in critical discussions with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye following a meeting on the sidelines of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi. The talks centered on debt sustainability and key economic reforms, though concrete […]
The weekend of May 10-11, 2026, has been etched into Mali’s energy crisis as a period of unprecedented sabotage. In the forested region of Kayes, near the Baoulé forest reserve, militants from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) destroyed multiple high-voltage transmission towers. This strategic attack unfolded under the watch of […]
Norwegian development minister’s key visit to Senegal A high-level diplomatic engagement unfolded in Dakar as the Norwegian Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, concluded a two-day official visit to Senegal on May 4, 2026. Hosted by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dakar, the visit underscored Norway’s commitment to deepening bilateral ties and collaborative efforts with […]
President Alassane Ouattara is preparing to implement a series of structural modifications within the Rassemblement des houphouëtistes pour la démocratie et la paix (RHDP), the ruling party in Côte d’Ivoire. According to recent reports, the Ivorian leader detailed these upcoming changes to the party’s presidium during a high-level meeting held on May 7 in Abidjan. […]
Paris Saint-Germain is set to play its postponed 29th-round Ligue 1 fixture against second-place RC Lens this Wednesday, May 13th. This pivotal match could see the capital club clinch its fifth consecutive French championship. Paris Saint-Germain is eyeing a potential double, having already secured a spot in the Champions League final for the second consecutive […]