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security central african republic security breaking news blood gold: exposing Wagner’s africa funding networks through criminal ties June 2, 2026 6 Share: Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp A groundbreaking investigation has lifted the veil on the shadowy financial pipelines that sustain the Wagner Group’s operations across Africa, with a particular focus on the Central African Republic […]
When China announced its historic policy of zero tariffs on imports from 53 African nations—including Ivory Coast—on May 1, 2026, it marked more than a symbolic gesture. For Dr. Randolphe G. Kichiedou, PhD, agricultural economist, this decision signals a strategic shift in Sino-African trade relations, offering a rare opportunity to address long-standing structural imbalances. The […]
The Cotonou-Niamey axis has endured a profound crisis since the July 2023 coup d’état in Niger and the subsequent imposition of stringent regional sanctions. This period was marked by tightly sealed borders and a barrage of accusations from Niamey. However, a closer look at the unfolding events reveals a more intricate picture: despite the firm […]
In the heart of West Africa, Burkina Faso is witnessing a troubling escalation in state-led repression that threatens to silence dissent across the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The arrest of influential imam Mohamed Ishaq Kindo and the suspension of the country’s largest student union, the UGEB, underscore a deliberate crackdown under military rule. These […]
Wadagni’s visit underscores shared resolve in West Africa On Tuesday afternoon, His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, President of the Republic of Bénin, arrived in Ouagadougou for a high-stakes state visit aimed at deepening diplomatic ties with Burkina Faso. The visit, framed as both a gesture of friendship and a strategic mission, signals a renewed commitment to […]
President Romuald Wadagni of Bénin landed in Ouagadougou on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, commencing an official friendship and working visit to Burkina Faso. This significant bilateral engagement aims to strengthen Bénin Burkina cooperation within West Africa. Upon his arrival at Ouagadougou International Airport, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of Faso, personally greeted the […]
02 june 2026 Download pricing gridTheme Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode Senegal hosts pan-african parliamentary unity talks breaking news 02 june 2026 Dakar became the epicenter of African parliamentary diplomacy on Tuesday as the Senegalese National Assembly welcomed delegates from across the continent for the 85th session of the African Parliamentary Union […]
Cotonou has embarked on a significant diplomatic reorientation. Immediately following his inauguration as Bénin’s head of state, President Romuald Wadagni commenced a crucial regional tour, making his initial stops in Niamey and Ouagadougou. The primary objective is to de-escalate tensions with the nations forming the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and to re-establish Bénin’s pivotal […]
Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni touched down in Niamey on Tuesday, commencing an official visit poised to potentially mend and normalize relations between Bénin and Niger. These ties have been severely strained since the military takeover in Niger in July 2023. Upon his arrival in the Nigerien capital, the Béninois head of state received a welcome […]
Bénin is significantly advancing its policy for restoring forest landscapes. This Monday, June 1, 2026, the Hêkandji Public Primary School in the commune of Tori-Bossito served as the focal point for the 42nd observance of the National Tree Day. This pivotal event officially inaugurated the national reforestation campaign for the 2026-2027 period. This year’s celebration, […]
The Kingdom of Morocco has reaffirmed its commitment to placing humanitarian intervention at the very centre of its continental diplomacy. During a high-level session of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council, Mohamed Arrouchi, the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom to the AU and the UNECA, explained that this strategic focus is a direct […]
Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Amine Mohamed Lô has officially announced the formation of a new Senegalese government, comprising 30 members. Notably, the cabinet does not include any representatives from PASTEF-Les Patriotes, the party holding a majority in the National Assembly. This executive reorganization emerges amidst a significant national political realignment in Senegal, characterized by the […]