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Donald Trump réaffirme le soutien des États-Unis à la souveraineté du Maroc sur le Sahara occidental Le président Donald Trump s’exprime sur la piste d’essai de General Motors, lundi 27 juillet 2026, à Milford, dans le Michigan. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) – Tous droits réservés AP Photo Tous droits réservés AP Photo Par Chaima Chihi Publié le 02/08/2026 […]
The final days of July 2026 have etched another tragic chapter into Niger’s recent history. On July 31, coordinated assaults by the Islamic State in the Sahel (ISIS-S) claimed the lives of at least 38 soldiers from the country’s defence and security forces (FDS). The first strike targeted the town of N’Guigmi in the Diffa […]
Randal Kolo Muani joins Juventus, Lens breaks transfer record, Bacher moves to Lyon The summer transfer window in Ligue 1 continues to make headlines, with several high-profile moves reshaping the competitive landscape. Among the most significant developments, French international Randal Kolo Muani has completed his long-anticipated move to Juventus, while Olympique Lyonnais secures young talent […]
Paris Saint-Germain has finalized the transfer of striker Randal Kolo Muani to Italian giants Juventus, the club announced on August 2. The deal, valued at €38 million, includes potential performance-based bonuses worth an additional €12 million. Kolo Muani, a 27-year-old French international, joined PSG in August 2023 from Eintracht Frankfurt for over €90 million—a record […]
Paris Saint-Germain are accelerating their transfer plans ahead of the summer window, with multiple deals in motion simultaneously. While the club eyes reinforcements such as Mika Godts (Ajax Amsterdam) and Ferran Torres (FC Barcelona), their most intriguing pursuit remains the potential arrival of 23-year-old Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. Suzuki, who impressed during the World Cup […]
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Paul Kessany, the Minister of Youth, Sports, Cultural Radiance, and Arts, advanced the decentralization policy championed by President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema by signing a framework agreement for the transfer of competences with the Commune of Libreville. This significant reform aims to bring public policies closer to citizens by empowering […]
The Paradox of Power: How Repression Consumes Its Own Architects Burkina Faso’s political landscape under Captain Ibrahim Traoré has exposed a troubling paradox: the tools of repression designed to silence dissent are increasingly being turned against those who once championed the regime. What began as a crackdown on traditional opponents—political dissidents and critical voices—has expanded […]
In a striking diplomatic move, Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has bestowed a notable honor upon former US President Donald Trump. The monarch announced on August 1st that the nation’s Tiznit-Dakhla expressway would be renamed Highway Donald Trump, a tribute to the American leader’s historic 2020 decision recognizing Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara. The decision underscores […]
Chad Chad’s governance crisis: when public mismanagement overshadows religious rhetoric How can divine justice justify the systematic plundering of national resources? Alwihda Info 02 August 2026 — 3 min read Share The recent statements from Chad’s head of state, attributing the nation’s governance failures to divine will and invoking divine fear to control the population, […]
After months of uncertainty in the transfer market, Borussia Dortmund appears ready to finalise the departure of Brazilian right-back Yan Couto. The 24-year-old defender, whose contract runs until 2030, is on the verge of securing a move to Italian Serie A side Como 1907, following protracted negotiations. Como emerges as the frontrunner in Couto’s departure […]
In a measured address broadcast to the nation, President Romuald Wadagni delivered a message steeped in reflection and solidarity. The speech underscored the importance of collective memory while reaffirming his commitment to fostering an inclusive leadership in the face of Benin’s pressing challenges. Honoring the bravery of defense and security forces The heart of the […]
Morocco dedicates longest african highway to donald trump in western Sahara A historic gesture honors the former US president: a 1,055 km expressway now bears his name, connecting southern Morocco to the disputed Western Sahara region. In a landmark decision announced by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco has officially named its Tiznit-Dakhla expressway the […]