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Melbet scandal: suspicious financial links between Senegal, cyprus and Russia exposed An explosive investigation has uncovered a complex web of financial transactions linking Melbet’s online betting operations to suspicious activities across Senegal, Cyprus, and Russia. Among those implicated are individuals from multiple nationalities, including Russian national Filipp Mikhalin, Ivorian Mécapeu Catherine Prisca Droh, and accomplices […]
In a dramatic turn of events, a once-powerful figure in Togo’s political landscape has taken extraordinary measures to voice dissent. Marguerite Gnakadé, a former defense minister and longtime confidante of the president, has entered a hunger strike in detention, protesting conditions she describes as inhumane. After nearly a year behind bars, her protest underscores the […]
In a secular Senegal deeply marked by the influence of Sufi brotherhoods, religious fervor often intertwines with political agendas. The historical figures of Senegalese Islam are now central to sovereignist discourse, as political elites draw from their legacy to forge a national identity free from foreign interference while securing the allegiance of religious leaders. Political […]
For Olympique Lyonnais, the stakes couldn’t be higher as they embark on their European campaign this season. Following a fourth-place finish in Ligue 1 last May, the Olympique Lyonnais (OL) face a crucial challenge: securing a spot in the UEFA Champions League group stage. Their journey begins with a third-round qualifier against Sparta Prague, a […]
A viral TikTok livestream featuring gospel artist Noélie Elykem shredding her passport has ignited intense debate. Beyond the dramatic act, her gesture raises critical legal, political, and ethical questions about modern forms of dissent among the diaspora. From the United States, the Togolese gospel singer chose TikTok to voice her frustration with President Faure Gnassingbé’s […]
Since July 27, 2026, former Togolese defense minister Marguerite Gnakadé has refused all food behind bars to protest the treatment she says she endures as a political prisoner. Eleven months after her arrest for criticizing president Faure Gnassingbé’s governance, her protest amplifies the voices of about sixty detained opposition figures still held without trial. On […]
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Economie Gabon’s Paris visit: promises made, but when will gabonese see results? 128 Libreville, August 4, 2026 — The state visit of Gabonese leader Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to Paris from July 19 to 22 was more than a diplomatic showcase. Behind the ceremonial welcome and high-level meetings lay a clear economic agenda: securing commitments […]
African politics Gabon’s President Oligui Nguema strengthens ties with Côte d’Ivoire By Editor-in-Chief August 4, 2026 52 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, August 4, 2026 — Following stops in Accra, Banjul, and Freetown, Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s West African tour reaches a pivotal moment in Abidjan. The visit underscores the growing importance of diplomatic […]
Government Response to RSF Accusations Highlights Persistent Lack of Transparency The Burkina Faso administration persists in its pattern of deflecting criticism rather than addressing it transparently, as evidenced by the most recent episode involving allegations from Reporters Without Borders (RSF). During the national flag-raising ceremony on August 3, Communication Minister Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo delivered a […]
Olympique Lyonnais kicks off its European campaign this week with a high-stakes showdown against Sparta Prague in the third qualifying round of the Champions League. When and where to watch the Lyon vs Sparta Prague match The clash between the French side and their Czech counterparts is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, at 8:00 PM […]
The recent state visit by the Gabonese head of state to Freetown underscores Libreville’s strategic ambition to expand its diplomatic and economic footprint across West Africa. While cooperation with Sierra Leone has remained modest in recent years, this high-level engagement signals a concerted push to revitalize and deepen bilateral relations. Sierra Leone emerges as a […]