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No more distant speeches or stiff ceremonial appearances. Since assuming office, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has adopted a bold new approach to governance: showing up in person, microphone in hand, amid workers and local communities. The strategy is clear—leadership through action, not words. The Head of State frequently conducts unannounced site visits, personally inspecting […]
OL – Olympique Lyonnais Olympique Lyonnais denied request to postpone first Ligue 1 match against Toulouse July 6, 2026 Share Share Whatsapp LinkedIn Email Messenger Olympique Lyonnais (OL) sought to delay their opening Ligue 1 fixture against Toulouse, originally set for August 22, citing potential Champions League playoff clashes. However, the Ligue de Football Professionnel […]
The spokesperson for Chad’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ibrahim Adam Mahamat, has once again categorically refuted claims that N’Djamena is involved in a plot to destabilize the Central African Republic. Chadian diplomats dismissed the accusations as part of a coordinated disinformation campaign designed to undermine Chad’s reputation and strain its diplomatic ties with neighboring nations, […]
The State of Kuwait has forcefully denounced the recent terror plots thwarted in Morocco, reaffirming its unwavering support for the Moroccan government. In an official statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, authorities expressed their condemnation of these failed attempts, which «targeted the security, stability, citizens, and residents of the brotherly Kingdom of Morocco». […]
France finalises diplomatic withdrawal from Burkina Faso amid rising West Africa tensions France has completed the withdrawal of all its diplomatic personnel from Burkina Faso, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing diplomatic rupture between the two nations. This move aligns with a roadmap previously outlined by Ouagadougou, following a unilateral decision by the Burkinabè […]
Alliance denounces MINUSMA’s alleged logistical backing for Wagner mercenaries in Am-Dafock battle The Alliance du Sursaut Patriotique has publicly accused the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSMA) of providing logistical support to the Russian mercenary group Wagner during the recent Am-Dafock battle. The accusation comes as tensions escalate in […]
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has issued a strong condemnation of recently foiled terrorist operations targeting Morocco, reaffirming its unwavering solidarity with the North African nation in safeguarding its security and stability. Amman’s swift response came through an official statement from the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, which described the thwarted plots as […]
In a bold move reshaping Senegal’s political landscape, prominent religious leader Imam Kanté has declared the formation of a new political party to support Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s ambitions. This initiative comes amid growing speculation about the future of opposition dynamics and potential alliances in the lead-up to the 2026 elections. The announcement has sparked discussions […]
Olympique Lyonnais is determined to maximize its prospects for a coveted spot in the Champions League, prompting the club to formally request a deferral of its inaugural Ligue 1 encounter. Lyon’s management has communicated with the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP), submitting an official plea for the postponement of their away game against Toulouse, originally […]
France withdraws diplomats from Burkina Faso amid diplomatic tensions Share Share Whatsapp LinkedIn Mail messenger Published yesterday at 9:48 PM Read in the app French foreign ministry confirms the withdrawal of all diplomats from Burkina Faso as bilateral relations deteriorate. All French diplomats stationed in Burkina Faso have returned to France “late last week,” and […]
Politics Senegal’s political storm: Aldiouma Sow targets Ousmane Sonko’s controversial transformation In a televised appearance, Aldiouma Sow condemned Ousmane Sonko’s alleged shift toward authoritarian tendencies, sparking fresh debates about Senegal’s political future. The political landscape in Senegal continues to fracture as internal divisions within the Pastef party deepen. During a high-profile appearance on TFM this […]
The Gabonese government has launched nationwide public consultations to present the draft National Marine Space Zoning Plan, a landmark initiative under the country’s Blue Economy strategy. Teams from the Ministry of the Blue Economy are traversing coastal towns and fishing communities to outline the government’s long-term vision for sustainable marine resource management. In Port-Gentil, the […]