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Following a high-level meeting with Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye, the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Coalition Article 64 (C64) concluded its three-day visit to Bujumbura on July 9, 2026. Under scrutiny for engaging with President Félix Tshisekedi’s administration, C64’s leadership quickly clarified their stance. Martin Fayulu and fellow coalition members denied initiating the meeting, insisting […]
After meeting with Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye, the Coalition Article 64 for constitutional order defense (C64) has returned to Bujumbura on July 9, 2026, after a brief deployment. The leaders of the C64 have assured the public that they did not initiate any meeting with President Ndayishimiye, but rather accepted his invitation to discuss political […]
In Senegal, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has decided to cut short the summer recess of lawmakers at the National Assembly. The move, announced just weeks before the usual end of the parliamentary break, forces legislators to return to the Soweto Square hemicycle ahead of schedule. This aligns with the Diomaye Faye–Sonko administration’s push to swiftly […]
In Senegal, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has cut short the parliamentary summer recess for lawmakers, cutting their break short just weeks before it was due to end. The move forces legislators to return earlier than planned to the Soweto Square hemicycle, signaling the government’s resolve to fast-track key legislative priorities. This decision aligns with the […]
Au lendemain du camouflet infligé par le Conseil constitutionnel, qui a invalidé la proposition de loi constitutionnelle n° 18/2026, la réaction de la deuxième personnalité de l’État était particulièrement attendue. Le président de l’Assemblée nationale, Ousmane Sonko, a officiellement réagi à ce verdict. La preuve d’une vitalité démocratique Loin d’y voir un affront ou le […]
Bayern Munich closes in on joão palhinha transfer deal Bundesliga Bayern Munich Benfica J. Palhinha FC Bayern Munich is actively seeking to offload João Palhinha, following his return from a loan spell. A promising new opportunity for the club’s midfield roster has now presented itself. A Portuguese outlet has indicated that Benfica Lisbon is showing […]
Coupe du Monde 2026 A jubilant yet orderly night: the aftermath of France’s World Cup triumph in Paris July 10, 8:16 AM Share Share WhatsApp LinkedIn Email Messenger France’s hard-fought 2-0 victory over Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals set the stage for a largely peaceful celebration across Paris and its suburbs, with authorities reporting […]
The French team’s 2-0 victory over Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals sparked celebrations across Paris and the surrounding Île-de-France region, with authorities reporting remarkably orderly crowds. According to security sources, the festive atmosphere remained largely peaceful throughout the night, despite isolated incidents. In the capital and nearby suburbs, spontaneous gatherings formed as jubilant fans […]
Coupe du Monde 2026 A joyful night with few arrests: Paris celebrates France’s victory over Morocco Following France’s 2-0 triumph over Morocco, celebrations across the Île-de-France region unfolded largely without major disturbances, resulting in a notably low number of arrests. The French national team’s 2-0 quarter-final victory against Morocco in the World Cup sparked widespread […]
Opposition Calls for Massive Protests Against Tshisekedi The opposition in the Democratic Republic of Congo has called on President Félix Tshisekedi to step down amid concerns over constitutional reforms that could allow him to serve a third term. The C64 group, a coalition of opposition parties, held a press conference in Kinshasa, where they announced […]
Le serial buteur de Manchester City, Erling Haaland, a confirmé s'être transféré au Real Madrid. Le nom d'Erling Braut Haaland était cité par Enrique Riquelme lors de sa campagne présidentielle pour briguer la présidence du club merengue. L'opposant de Florentino Pérez avait affirmé qu'il s'engagerait à recruter le serial buteur de Manchester City si il […]
In the heart of Bamako, the Médine market stands as a bustling center where commerce and craftsmanship intersect. Among the vendors is Adama Konaté, who doesn’t just sell imported bicycles from France, the United States, England, Canada, and China—he also repairs and assembles new models on-site. The market’s Diguèbakonona section offers more than just two-wheeled […]