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Updated today at 5:55 PM Reading time: 7 minutes. File generated on Read in the app Summary Share Boubacar Sidiki Haidara Sahel political analyst Saleh Kebzabo Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno Succès Masra Albert Pahimi Padacké

The 99th founding anniversary of the People’s Liberation Army of China was commemorated recently in Libreville, bathed in the twin themes of remembrance and peace under the banner of the China-Gabon partnership. At the Chinese embassy, Ambassador Zhou Ping took the floor to underline the flourishing ties between Gabon and Beijing—ties that are set to […]

The historic meeting between Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and Sierra Leonean counterpart Julius Maada Bio at Freetown’s State House marked a pivotal moment in the West African diplomatic calendar. This high-level exchange, part of a state visit launched on August 2, underscored efforts to deepen the Libreville-Freetown axis—a thriving economic corridor poised to […]

champions league qualifier: olympique lyonnais faces sparta prague in prague Olympique Lyonnais journeys to Prague this Tuesday for the crucial first leg of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round encounter against Sparta Prague. Below, find all the essential broadcast information for this significant match. Last season, Olympique Lyonnais secured a commendable 4th place finish […]

The glittering facade of Lomé’s port and the government’s narrative of economic modernization struggle to conceal a harsher truth: Togo’s financial and social landscape under President Faure Gnassingbé is deteriorating at an alarming rate. While official halls buzz with talk of progress, the economic reality for ordinary citizens tells a starkly different story. Over the […]

drc protocol for fdlr disarmament: what’s next for peace in eastern Congo The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has taken a critical step toward stability in the east by signing a surrender protocol with the Forces Démocratiques de Libération du Rwanda (FDLR), a long-standing armed group with roots in Rwanda’s tragic 1994 genocide. According to […]

Securing a US visa from Bamako is no longer a straightforward process. American consular authorities have shifted the issuance of visas for Malian applicants to Dakar, making Senegal’s capital the mandatory transit point for those seeking entry to the United States. This change follows months of strained diplomatic relations between Washington and Mali’s ruling junta, […]

Burkina Faso’s digital road safety initiative shows promising early results Minister of Security, Mahamadou Sana, witnessed the immediate effectiveness of the e-verbalisation system for road infractions just hours after its launch. On August 1, 2026, at midnight, Burkina Faso officially activated its innovative e-verbalisation system, designed to automatically detect traffic code violations. Just twelve hours […]

Historic affirmation of US backing for Morocco’s territorial integrity In a landmark message delivered to King Mohammed VI on the occasion of Morocco’s 27th Throne Day celebrations, the United States reaffirmed its unwavering recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Western Sahara. The communication, signed by President Donald Trump, underscores Washington’s firm support for Rabat’s autonomy […]

In a significant development for Mali’s executive branch, President Assimi Goïta has acquired a new presidential aircraft. This strategic upgrade to the nation’s official fleet underscores ongoing dynamics within Sahel politics, ensuring modern and secure transport capabilities for the Malian head of state.

Bénin celebrates 66 years of independence with historic national day This past Saturday, August 1, 2026, the Republic of Bénin marked its 66th anniversary of gaining full sovereignty. The national celebration unfolded along the iconic Boulevard de la Marina in Cotonou, featuring a blend of ceremonial traditions and symbolic gestures that highlighted both institutional continuity […]