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After an impressive loan spell earlier this year, Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka has officially joined Coventry City on a permanent basis ahead of the 2026-2027 Premier League season. The 28-year-old international has already proven his worth in the Sky Blues’ shirt, delivering a standout performance during a critical league clash against Derby County in April. […]
With Gonçalo Ramos’ move to AC Milan officially confirmed this week, another player is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Moscardo, who joined the club for €20 million in January 2024, could soon be heading to Espanyol Barcelona on loan. Moscardo’s journey to PSG has included two loan spells: one at Stade […]
Bénin: farewell honors for retiring air force general Bertin Bada After 43 years of dedicated service, General Bertin Bada has formally retired from the Beninese Armed Forces, marking the end of an era that spanned over four decades of military leadership. Ceremony in Cotonou honors a distinguished career A solemn military ceremony was held on […]
As the summer transfer window swings into full gear, Olympique de Marseille finds itself under intense scrutiny. The club is navigating a critical period, with financial constraints and regulatory pressures forcing tough decisions. The European football governing body has issued a stern warning: Marseille must offload players to avoid potential sanctions that could sideline them […]
The Senegalese civil society has expressed strong support for the constitutional reform process, provided it is conducted through a referendum free from political maneuvering. This stance was clearly articulated by the influential movement Y’en a marre, which has been actively engaged in civic issues for over a decade. Civil society calls for transparent constitutional reform […]
With the summer transfer window heating up, Paris Saint-Germain is scrambling to bolster its squad under new management. Among the club’s top priorities is landing Ayyoub Bouaddi, a teenage sensation turning heads in both domestic and international competitions. Sources close to the negotiations indicate the French giants are fully aware of the price tag attached […]
When road closures become political tools in Mali’s conflict On June 24, 2026, the strategic highway linking Bamako to Mourdiah and Nara in west-central Mali reopened after weeks of blockade enforced by the JNIM (Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin). While the reopening marks a return to normalcy for travelers and traders, the circumstances surrounding it reveal […]
The silent siege of Tombouctou: when fuel shortages bring a historic city to its knees Perched on the edge of the Sahara, Tombouctou—once a beacon of knowledge and trade—now faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. Cut off from the rest of Mali by relentless insecurity, the city is trapped in a suffocating energy blackout, leaving its […]
For over four decades, a career defined by unwavering dedication and flawless service, the Bénin Armed Forces bid farewell to their most decorated officer. General Bertin Bada, the nation’s first five-star general, retires from active duty after 43 years of safeguarding the Republic’s skies and institutions. a career of service and integrity Joining the military […]
Gabon’s government is tightening its oversight of projects funded by the African Development Bank (BAD) to speed up their completion and ensure tangible benefits for citizens. Vice-President Hermann Immongault led a strategic meeting with a BAD delegation, including Country Administrator Mamour Ousmane Ba, in Libreville. The session also included Louise Mvono, Minister of Planning, and […]
The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, has delivered a firm message to the nation ahead of Independence Day celebrations, stressing that dialogue must not be exploited as a tool to undermine institutions or subvert the people’s will. Speaking in Kinshasa, the head of state reiterated his commitment to inclusive discussions […]
PSG’s summer exodus: Randal Kolo Muani close to Juventus move Paris Saint-Germain is gearing up for a busy summer transfer window after completing the sale of Gonçalo Ramos to AC Milan. The French champions are preparing for further departures, with Randal Kolo Muani’s move to Juventus appearing imminent. The striker is on the verge of […]