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The provisional results of Gabon’s latest population and housing census have been officially handed over to the Constitutional Court, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s demographic governance. On a Tuesday morning in Libreville, Vice-President of the Government Hermann Immongault presented the comprehensive Recensement général de la population et du logement (RGPL) findings to Court […]
In a decisive move against persistent cross-border threats, Bénin and Burkina Faso have launched joint military patrols in the strategically vital Koualou region. This long-anticipated bilateral security cooperation, championed by Cotonou, marks a significant on-the-ground implementation. Driven by an assertive defense diplomacy under Bénin’s new president, Romuald Wadagni, this operational alliance aims to effectively neutralize […]
In the heart of Dakar, the Moroccan embassy’s residence played host to a landmark event on July 14. The occasion? The unveiling of a captivating photographic exhibition titled Morocco–Senegal: a shared history, a common destiny. The gathering brought together political, diplomatic, and media figures, all united by a shared mission: to celebrate the depth of […]
The brief yet highly anticipated return of Macky Sall to Dakar marks an unprecedented political juncture since the presidential transition in April 2024. The former Senegalese head of state personally announced on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, via his social media platforms, that he would be arriving in the capital this Friday, July 17, for a […]
The Togolese Council of Ministers President and African Union mediator for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)-Rwanda conflict, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, met with DRC Regional Integration Minister Floribert Anzuluni in Pya, Kozah Prefecture, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation between Lomé and Kinshasa and addressing the ongoing security […]
Togo’s mediator meets DRC envoy to address eastern Congo security and peace efforts Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé with DRC envoy Floribert Anzuluni Security Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 08:59 Togo’s President and African Union mediator Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé hosted DRC Integration Minister Floribert Anzuluni in Lomé to discuss security challenges in eastern Democratic Republic […]
Le 14 juillet 2026, l’OMS a révélé que l’épidémie d’Ebola en RDC pourrait être deux à quatre fois plus importante que les 1 926 cas officiels annoncés par Kinshasa. Une remise en cause publique qui expose les failles de surveillance du gouvernement congolais et soulève des tensions diplomatiques entre souveraineté nationale et coordination internationale.
The abrupt and unilateral decision by Burkinabè authorities to terminate scholarships for students pursuing studies in Morocco is not merely raising questions; for many observers, it definitively confirms the authoritarian drift of Ibrahim Traoré’s regime. This repressive measure threatens to shatter the academic prospects of a generation already stifled by a military government that appears […]
The Prime Minister of France, accompanied by a dozen ministers, is embarking on a two-day official visit to Morocco starting this Wednesday. The primary objective is to reinforce a partnership that has shown notable improvement after a period of strained relations. diplomatic momentum after years of tension This visit marks the Prime Minister’s first official […]
Libreville is hosting a critical phase in the preparation of Gabon’s 2027 budget, as the government initiates budget conferences focused on revenue and expenditure. This move follows an official announcement confirming the launch of these pivotal discussions. Structured into two distinct phases as outlined in a 2026 government directive, the first round—targeting ministerial inputs—runs from […]
Diplomacy Peru backs Morocco’s autonomy plan and territorial integrity for Western Sahara The incoming Peruvian government has pledged its unwavering support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its southern provinces, as announced by the office of President-elect Keiko Fujimori. July 15, 2026 at 8:40 AM Updated on July 15, 2026 at 10:48 AM This […]
Bénin Bénin and Burkina Faso launch joint counter-terrorism operation at koualou border In a decisive move against the escalating terrorist threat jeopardizing regional stability, the Béninois and Burkinabè armed forces have significantly intensified their collaborative efforts. summary a robust response following last may’s tragedies a significant political and diplomatic signal Since Tuesday, July 14, 2026, […]