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French asylum denial for whistleblower exposing Wagner’s Centrafrique operations A whistleblower who exposed Russia’s Wagner Group operations in Centrafrique faces deportation despite receiving a special travel permit from French authorities. Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo, a Centrafrican journalist, has been denied asylum in France after exposing Moscow’s covert influence campaigns orchestrated by the Wagner Group. His legal team […]
Centrafrican whistleblower denied asylum in France despite Wagner revelations the key point Centrafrican investigative journalist Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo has been denied asylum in France, despite exposing Wagner Group operations. He had secured temporary entry into the country in 2024, following direct intervention by French authorities. Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo, a Centrafrican journalist who risked everything to expose the […]
The French authorities have rejected the asylum application of Central African journalist Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo, who exposed Moscow’s covert influence operations linked to the Wagner Group in his home country. Despite securing a special travel document facilitated by French President Emmanuel Macron in 2024, his bid to remain in France has now been denied. His legal […]
François Silibi officially took his seat in the National Assembly this Friday, July 10, 2026, marking the start of a new chapter in Benin’s legislative landscape. His induction follows the departure of Deputy Louis Vlavonou, who transitioned to the Senate after serving as President of the National Assembly—a role that grants him a de jure […]
Benin welcomes François Silibi as new deputy in parliament François Silibi officially took his seat in the National Assembly this Friday, July 10, 2026, filling the vacancy left by Louis Vlavonou, who has transitioned to the Senate as a member ex officio due to his prior role as President of the National Assembly. Who is […]
Bénin Bénin’s national assembly welcomes new deputy françois silibi François Silibi officially commenced his duties at the National Assembly this Friday, July 10, 2026. He steps into the parliamentary seat previously held by Louis Vlavonou, who transitioned to the Senate as an ex-officio member, a position he assumed due to his prior role as President […]
After a career journey that saw him develop at Toulouse FC and play for prestigious clubs like FC Barcelona, Schalke 04, Benfica Lisbon, OGC Nice, and ultimately West Ham, Jean-Clair Todibo, 26, is reportedly looking to make a significant return to Ligue 1 with Olympique de Marseille. This move aligns with his stated desire following […]
Mali’s new football coach Anthony Da Silva unveils his ambitious plan for the Aigles du Mali A month after officially signing his contract, Anthony Da Silva made his first public appearance on July 6, 2026, in Bamako. The newly appointed head coach of the Mali national team outlined a vision centered on excellence, identity, and […]
One month after officially signing his contract, Anthony Da Silva made his inaugural public appearance before the press on July 6, 2026, in Bamako. The newly appointed head coach of the Mali national football team, the Aigles, outlined a comprehensive vision rooted in demanding standards, a clear team identity, and a distinctive playing philosophy. A […]
La date limite pour la livraison des audits financiers est arrivée à grande vitesse et fait trembler tout Libreville en mi-juillet. Le Comité d'audit et de consolidation des passifs exigibles de l'État, lancé le 17 juin dernier par le ministre de l'Économie Thierry Minko, doit livrer ses conclusions la semaine prochaine sur un stock de […]
Fierce fighting erupted yesterday in Tin Araban, close to Tabankort, where a large military convoy comprising Malian armed forces (FAMa) and their Russian-backed Africa Corps allies was ambushed by a coalition of rebel and terrorist armed groups. As tensions escalate in the region, the deafening silence from Bamako’s transitional government signals a deliberate effort to […]
Nécrologie : Ousmane Sonko annonce le décès de Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké (photo) Ousmane Sonko a exprimé sa profonde tristesse suite au décès de Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, rappelé à Dieu ce 9 juillet 2026. Le président de l’Assemblée nationale a rendu hommage à ce guide religieux, soulignant son accueil chaleureux et ses qualités humaines […]