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The Femme Ivoirienne en Politique (FIP) organization inaugurated the nation’s first National Women Builders of the Nation Week on Thursday, July 30, at the Yopougon town hall. The event, scheduled for August 1–4, 2026, aligns with Côte d’Ivoire’s 66th Independence Day celebrations. Themed “66 Years of Independence: Women’s Achievements and Future Prospects in Côte d’Ivoire”, […]
Human rights Mali: deadly air strike in Mopti raises questions about Africa Corps operations A recent report implicates Africa Corps, a Russian-backed paramilitary group, in an airstrike that killed eight civilians—including three children—in central Mali. According to Human Rights Watch, the June 15 attack on the village of Kyrnia did not target any identifiable military […]
Gabon has successfully re-entered global financial markets with a substantial $920 million Eurobond issuance, an operation widely recognized as a powerful indicator to foreign investors. Orchestrated under the guidance of the Committee for the Transition and Restoration of Institutions (CTRI), this capital raise represents the Gabonese Treasury’s inaugural significant venture into foreign-currency denominated sovereign debt […]
Bringing his series of significant courtesy visits in Touba to a close, Mr. Ousmane Sonko, the President of the National Assembly, recently engaged with several revered spiritual leaders. His itinerary included direct meetings with Serigne Cheikh Say Mbacké, the esteemed Khalife of Serigne Souhaïbou Mbacké, followed by a visit to Serigne Cheikh Mbacké, who serves […]
The eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) remains trapped in a cycle of violence that extends far beyond mere military conflict. According to researcher Josaphat Musamba, this persistent instability is not coincidental but part of a calculated regional influence strategy. While Kinshasa claims to have reached a disarmament and demobilization agreement with […]
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) and its 55 member federations have declared an unprecedented boycott of upcoming FIFA World Cup tournaments. This landmark decision comes in response to FIFA’s controversial plan to open the capital of its flagship competitions to private investors. The unanimous rejection, conveyed in a strong statement from the European […]
Gabon has successfully garnered over 524 billion FCFA from international financial markets, sending a powerful message of confidence to foreign investors. Marking its re-entry into this pivotal market, the nation, under the decisive leadership of President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, executed this significant operation. The funds are earmarked for settling outstanding debt obligations and advancing […]
Abidjan, July 31, 2026 — The nation’s attention remains riveted on the unfolding judicial drama within the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire-African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA), even as key economic developments and social initiatives capture the spotlight. Judicial turbulence rocks the PDCI-RDA The PDCI-RDA finds itself at the center of a legal storm, with the delayed […]
Recent diplomatic discussions emanating from Beijing have offered insights into the burgeoning relationship between China and Morocco. These conversations, held within Chinese diplomatic circles, underscore a growing strategic focus on the North African kingdom and its pivotal role in broader China-Africa cooperation. The engagement between the two nations is marked by a shared commitment to […]
The Cameroonian Treasury successfully mobilized 800.7 billion FCFA (approximately $1.4 billion) from the domestic market in the first half of 2026, according to the latest public debt outlook published by the autonomous caisse d’amortissement (CAA), the sovereign debt management agency. While this figure remains substantial within the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC), it […]
Porto-Novo hosts historic senate inauguration, marking a new chapter in Beninese governance The historic Palais des Gouverneurs in Porto-Novo has become the stage for a landmark event in Benin‘s political evolution. The inauguration of the Senate signals the definitive end of the country’s unicameral legislative system, ushering in a new era of bicameral governance. Rooted […]
Celebrating 27 years of Moroccan-Malian solidarity The 27th anniversary of Morocco’s Throne Day festivities in Bamako became a powerful showcase of the deepening bonds between the two nations. Against the backdrop of economic development discussions, Moroccan and Malian officials reviewed the progress of their bilateral cooperation, highlighting achievements that benefit both populations. Among the key […]