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Breaking Legal Senegal legal action launched against ousmane sonko over touba remarks A legal complaint has been filed with the Public Prosecutor at the Dakar High Court against Ousmane Sonko, current National Assembly President and leader of the PASTEF party. The complaint comes from a collective of Serigne Touba’s descendants, who are seeking an investigation […]
Rabat prepares to host the 15th Morocco-France High-Level Meeting this Thursday, marking another milestone in the strengthened strategic partnership between the two nations. The upcoming session, scheduled for Thursday in the capital city of Rabat, will bring together high-level delegations from both Morocco and France. This 15th edition of the High-Level Meeting aims to deepen […]
Politics Cameroun and France strengthen parliamentary cooperation On July 15, 2026, the President of Cameroon’s National Assembly, Théodore Datouo, met with French Senator Ronan Le Gluet to discuss enhanced parliamentary collaboration and strategic partnerships between the two nations. The high-level discussion covered critical areas including development projects and future bilateral initiatives. Staff Writer |July 15, […]
With his contract running until June 2028, Bradley Barcola faces a pivotal moment in his career following France’s World Cup exit against Spain (0-2) in the semi-finals. The young striker now has the breathing room to assess his future after France’s national team concluded its tournament campaign. Two prominent Premier League clubs, Liverpool and Arsenal, […]
On Wednesday, 15 July 2026, the European Union (EU) and Cameroon’s government introduced a groundbreaking financial scheme designed to enhance access to bank loans for Cameroonian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The initiative, part of the Support Project for Economic Development through Value Chain Promotion and Private Initiative (PAD-CV), aims to unlock up to 30 […]
News UNESCO Mali participates in the 16th Inter-School Excellence Competition at ENI-ABT. The event brought together students, educators, academic leaders, and partners to foster excellence among Malian youth in the fields of science and innovation. UNESCO July 15, 2026
La démarche judiciaire a été formalisée à travers une correspondance datée du 14 juillet 2026 et enregistrée dès le lendemain au parquet du Tribunal de grande instance hors classe de Dakar. Signée par Serigne Modou Maroun Niang et Serigne Mourtalla Bousso, cette plainte fait suite à des propos qu’aurait tenus le leader de Pastef lors […]
Port-Bouët’s Rue des Caraïbes, a key thoroughfare in southern Abidjan, has been completely shut to traffic since Wednesday, July 15. This closure will last two and a half months as crews work on a critical railway bridge for Abidjan Metro Line 1. Normal traffic flow is expected to resume by September 30. The Ministry of […]
The systematic removal of officials linked to Ousmane Sonko from public administration roles is more than a routine administrative shuffle. Observers note it as part of a deliberate long-term strategy by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to cultivate a network of loyal political figures—dubbed the “Diomaye-compatible talent pool”—that could eventually embed both the presidential coalition and […]
Congo targets 60% clean water access by 2035 through continental collaboration Addressing leaders, development partners and water experts in N’Djamena, the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo underscored his nation’s vast water resources while stressing the need to convert this potential into tangible benefits for citizens. The Congolese government has set a clear agenda: […]
From military command to armed rebellion: the shifting allegiance of Dido Ali The Chad political landscape faces renewed turbulence as Dido Ali, once a prominent military figure within the Movement for Change and Prosperity (MPC), is now accused of spearheading efforts to destabilize the sitting regime. His transformation from respected chief-of-staff to alleged warlord underscores […]
In a disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through Abba Bogani, armed individuals reportedly linked to the Wagner Group allegedly seized two prominent local figures. The victims include the president of a youth organization and a civilian known for his outspoken views. This brazen act has raised serious concerns about security and the rule of […]