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An “empire of drugs” flourishes in the heart of Central Africa, and the Russian paramilitary group Wagner is at its core. In the Republic of Central Africa, the illicit trade of tramadol has breathed new life into the group’s operations, transforming it into a dominant force in the region’s shadow economy. The antalgic medication, typically […]
Abidjan — Two prominent voices from Africa and Europe have urged a fundamental shift in how Africa and Europe approach migration, emphasizing freedom over restriction and cooperation over division. The call came during the opening of the Liberal Political Dialogue Forum in Abidjan, held from July 15 to 16, 2026, under the theme “Migration, Security […]
Peru’s elected president Fujimori backs Morocco’s Sahara autonomy plan Keiko Fujimori, Peru’s elected president, reaffirms support to Morocco’s territorial integrity and UN resolution 2797 This marks a decisive break with decades of Peruvian governments’ ambiguous stance on Western Sahara Support for Sahara autonomy plan Ending decades of ambiguity Past flirtations with Polisario Morocco’s diplomatic push […]
L’IA au service du terrorisme : comment Boko Haram réduit ses effectifs grâce aux chatbots Une étude de l’université de Cambridge affirme que Boko Haram exploite plusieurs plateformes d’intelligence artificielle pour préparer ses opérations. Les chercheurs décrivent une évolution rapide des méthodes du groupe terroriste et alertent sur les défis posés aux services de renseignement.
Democratic Republic of Congo: is the scale of the ebola epidemic being underestimated? A grave warning has been issued by global health authorities. Two months following the confirmation of the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo, official figures released on July 15 indicate over 2,000 cases, tragically resulting in 796 fatalities. However, experts […]
Rabat set the stage for a pivotal diplomatic event on Thursday, 16 July 2026, as it hosted the 15th session of the Morocco-France High-Level Meeting. The gathering, co-chaired by Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch and his French counterpart Sébastien Lecornu, marked a significant milestone in the exceptional partnership between the two nations. Lecornu’s arrival in […]
In the dense forests of eastern Cameroon, a quiet but lucrative gold rush is underway. Dozens of makeshift mines dot the landscape, operated by small-scale miners and shadowy intermediaries. Yet beneath the surface of this informal economy lies a troubling reality: the vast majority of the gold extracted—worth billions—never sees a Cameroon bank account. Instead, […]
The first half of the World Cup semi-final clash between England and Argentina offered little in the way of excitement. Had the match concluded after the initial 45 minutes, plus three minutes of added time, no one would have disputed the outcome, primarily because there would have been virtually nothing noteworthy to report. Both teams […]
From military command to armed rebellion: the shifting allegiance of Dido Ali The Chad political landscape faces renewed turbulence as Dido Ali, once a prominent military figure within the Movement for Change and Prosperity (MPC), is now accused of spearheading efforts to destabilize the sitting regime. His transformation from respected chief-of-staff to alleged warlord underscores […]
Home International Africa Premium article Macky Sall’s return to Senegal fuels political tensions On Friday, July 17, Senegal’s former president will make his first visit to the country since his electoral defeat two years ago. The announcement has sparked sharp divisions and reignited memories of his administration’s repression. Simon Martin Updated on July 15, 2026 […]
La fête nationale française a été célébrée à N’Djamena, réunissant diplomates et personnalités pour souligner l’amitié et la coopération entre la France et le Tchad. Le soir du 14 juillet 2026, l’ambassade de France au Tchad a organisé une cérémonie à la résidence de France, marquée par une ambiance de convivialité et de partage. La […]
Libreville, Mercredi 15 Juillet 2026 (Sahel Insider) – À N’Djamena, ce 15 juillet 2026, le Président du Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a placé son pays au cœur d’un débat qui dépasse désormais les frontières environnementales pour toucher aux fondements mêmes du développement, de la stabilité économique et de la souveraineté des nations africaines. En […]