Month: July 2026

Historic milestone reached in Côte d’Ivoire’s territorial planning This week in Abidjan, Dr. Souleymane DiarraSouba, Minister of Planning and Development, led a landmark national workshop to validate the study for Côte d’Ivoire’s National Territorial Development Framework (SNAT CI-2045). The gathering brought together key stakeholders including government officials, prefects, local authorities, technical and financial partners, private […]

The recent CEDEAO court ruling on Togo’s constitutional changes has sparked fierce debate in Lomé. While the government dismisses it outright as legally irrelevant, the Association of Victims of Torture in Togo (ASVITTO) has launched a scathing public condemnation, accusing authorities of orchestrating a state-sponsored constitutional coup. Government asserts court lacks jurisdiction Within hours of […]

Days before the annual Grand Magal celebrations in Touba, Senegal’s National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko paid a traditional courtesy visit to the General Khalife of the Mouride brotherhood, Serigne Mountakha Mbacké. Leading a high-profile delegation of lawmakers and key Pastef party figures, he reaffirmed the deep ties between the state and the Mouride community amid […]

With over 3,000 confirmed cases and nearly 1,500 deaths reported in the latest government update, the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues its relentless spread. Health officials warn that the virus is now multiplying at an exponential rate, doubling its cases every 20 days—a pace far outstripping current response efforts. Julien […]

After decades under a unicameral system, Bénin has taken a historic step forward with the inauguration of its first-ever Senate. The landmark event underscores the nation’s commitment to strengthening its democratic framework and institutional evolution. An unprecedented political transformation The transition from a single-chamber parliament to a bicameral structure represents a major shift in how […]

Sénégal 2026: Diomaye Faye rallies youth to serve the nation ahead of Dakar youth Olympics National news Ahead of the Dakar Youth Olympic Games 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye challenged Senegal’s brightest students to channel their talents toward national progress. Speaking during the annual Concours général awards ceremony, he framed the upcoming sporting event as […]

The Minister of Planning and Development, Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA, led a pivotal national workshop in Abidjan to validate the study for Côte d’Ivoire’s National Territorial Planning Scheme (SNAT CI-2045). The gathering brought together representatives from government institutions, prefectural bodies, local authorities, technical and financial partners, alongside public administrations, private sector representatives, civil society, academia, experts, […]

Escalating violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s eastern provinces has intensified violations of international humanitarian law, with civilians bearing the brunt of unchecked hostilities. Despite repeated pledges from authorities and international partners, these breaches persist, prompting urgent calls for stricter enforcement and accountability. On July 23, the International Committee of the Red Cross […]

Mouride spiritual leader calls for peace and national unity ahead of Senegal’s Grand Magal The spiritual heart of Senegal’s Mouride Brotherhood is preparing for its most sacred annual gathering. As the city of Touba prepares to welcome millions of pilgrims for the Grand Magal of 2026, scheduled for Sunday, August 2, the Khalife général of […]

The Benin is poised to take center stage in continental diplomacy next year. Starting in September 2026, the country will hold the rotating presidency of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC). Final preparations for this transition unfolded in Addis Ababa, where Benin’s Foreign Minister, Corinne Amori Brunet, met with the AU Commission Chairperson, […]