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General Abdourahamane Tiani made his first official trip outside Africa since assuming power in July 2023 by visiting Turkey. The landmark visit to Ankara, concluded on June 5, 2026, marks a renewed alliance between the two nations, cemented by the signing of major agreements spanning security, economics, and social development. Turkey’s expanding military footprint in […]
During his official visit to Ankara, General Abdourahamane Tchiani disrupted conventional diplomatic norms by disclosing that Recep Tayyip Erdogan had authorized the delivery of military equipment to Niger prior to any financial settlement. While Niamey’s leadership presents this as a gesture of solidarity, the deviation from standard international arms trade protocols reveals the underlying mechanics […]
The Burkina Faso women’s national football team concluded another round of friendly matches ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). After a scoreless draw, the Stallions and the Eagles shared the spoils once more with a 2-2 result on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Stade du 4 Août in Ouagadougou. The […]
During the landmark PASTEF congress held at the Dakar Arena, Ousmane Sonko delivered a decisive message to his movement: the era of reckless rhetoric and personal attacks must end. The leader of the Patriotes party firmly declared that insults, derogatory nicknames, and public mockery have no place in the organization’s future. This bold stance signals […]
The Republic of Tchad is gearing up for the written exams of the 2026 baccalaureate, scheduled from June 8 to 13, with a record number of candidates poised to participate. Organizers have announced that 106,231 students across the country and one overseas center are set to take the tests, underscoring a robust preparation aimed at […]
Updated today at 10:40 PM 4-minute read File generated on Read in app Marième Soumaré Senegal correspondent Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye
Russian clandestine air operations deepen influence across the Sahel The Kremlin has quietly established an aerial logistics network in the Sahel that operates far beyond the visible deployment of Africa Corps paramilitaries. While international attention focuses on uniformed troops, Moscow has constructed a sophisticated infrastructure designed to project power and gather intelligence across West and […]
Barely two years into their shared leadership, the once-united duo of Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko has fractured. Tensions had been simmering for months before the Senegalese president took decisive action, dismissing his prime minister in a move that sent shockwaves through the political landscape. This past weekend, Sonko was reinstated as leader of […]
Senegal’s political landscape under scrutiny as Ousmane Sonko addresses concerns Add Yahoo as preferred source to view our articles on Google. In the capital, Dakar, the political climate remains tense as key figures navigate a delicate balance of power. Ousmane Sonko, a prominent opposition leader, sought to ease concerns over potential instability in Senegal’s governance. […]
Under the leadership of President Romuald Wadagni, the Republic of Bénin is embarking on a bold new chapter in its national development strategy. Central to this vision is the revitalization of long-standing cooperation with the People’s Republic of China, marked by the resumption of large-scale infrastructure initiatives across Cotonou and key northern regions. Strategic infrastructure: […]
The Ministry of National Education has officially announced the outcomes of the 2026 Baccalaureate First Part (BAC I) examination. A total of 76,259 candidates registered for the national assessment, with 55,707 students securing passes—a commendable 73.05% success rate. This year’s results mark a notable achievement for the 2026 cohort, representing a critical milestone in their […]