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Breaking News Économie: Est de la RDC: le M23 contrôle toujours 15 % à 30 % de la production mondiale de coltan à Rubaya, la France dénonce le financement de son administration « illégale» ⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Museveni insiste sur la coopération régionale pour relever les défis sécuritaires dans l’Est de la RDC ⠀ ⠀ Politique: […]
Uganda’s President Museveni Advocates for Strengthened Regional Cooperation in Eastern DRC Security Efforts Floribert Anzuluni received by Yoweri Museveni Security Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni recently hosted Floribert Anzuluni, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Minister of Regional Integration, at his Kisozi presidential farm, approximately 150 kilometers from Kampala. The meeting, held on Monday, July 13, saw […]
Cameroun’s missing gold: billions vanish from state coffers A clandestine gold rush has taken hold in Cameroun’s Est and Adamaoua regions. Here, countless mining operations flourish with little to no state oversight. This unchecked activity allows billions of francs to be siphoned away, primarily ending up in Dubaï. The illicit trade is orchestrated by sophisticated […]
The strengthening of ties between France and Morocco takes a significant step forward this week as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu arrives in Rabat for an official two-day visit. The high-level meetings, scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, underscore the growing momentum in bilateral relations following recent diplomatic breakthroughs. The agenda includes a series of strategic discussions […]
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Prime Minister, Judith Suminwa, used her platform at the United Nations Security Council’s rotating presidency in New York to spotlight critical justice and security priorities for her nation. During her address, she emphasized three pillars: the urgent protection of civilians, the eradication of sexual violence as a weapon of […]
The Spanish foreign minister’s latest remarks have thrust a delicate diplomatic issue into the heart of domestic politics. José Manuel Albares recently described the Partido Popular (PP) as an «anti-Moroccan» force, escalating a verbal clash that extends far beyond routine opposition politics. Albares argues that the PP is weaponizing Spain’s foreign policy—particularly its relationship with […]
Senegal highlights transformative decade at UN sustainable development forum The Senegalese government has demonstrated remarkable progress in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during its third Voluntary National Review (VNR) presented at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development in New York on July 13, 2026. The delegation, led by Cheikh Tidiane Dièye, Minister […]
The return of Lucas Digne to Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly nearing completion, as a well-informed journalist revealed the French national team’s left-back is poised to depart Aston Villa. Digne is set to commit to Paris Saint-Germain until June 2029. Crucially, the player himself has confirmed this development to his fellow ‘Bleus’ teammates while in the […]
Africa’s urgent path to pharmaceutical sovereignty By Dr. Arnaud Kaboré For decades, most African nations have relied heavily on imported pharmaceuticals to meet their healthcare needs. In this analysis, Dr. Arnaud Kaboré—a pharmacist and engineer—outlines a strategic roadmap for policymakers to achieve pharmaceutical sovereignty by 2045. Why Africa’s pharmaceutical dependence is a growing threat Despite […]
Technological revolutions consistently spark the same debate: should we prioritize regulation to safeguard progress or innovation to fuel growth? While Europe leans toward risk-averse frameworks and the United States champions market-driven approaches, Africa is pioneering a distinct path. The continent views artificial intelligence not merely as a tool but as a strategic asset capable of […]
Morocco releases detained journalist Ali Lmrabet amid ongoing probe Freedom regained, but legal battle continues The investigative journalist Ali Lmrabet, known for his critical reporting, was released on July 15 after being held for three days. His arrest at Tanger airport on July 12 sparked widespread concern among press freedom advocates. The prosecutor’s office in […]
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) government have formalized their commitment to deepen collaboration in support of humanitarian action and the enhancement of detention conditions across the country, particularly in the eastern regions. This landmark agreement was solidified during a high-level meeting in Kinshasa between […]