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The Republic of Tchad is gearing up for the written exams of the 2026 baccalaureate, scheduled from June 8 to 13, with a record number of candidates poised to participate. Organizers have announced that 106,231 students across the country and one overseas center are set to take the tests, underscoring a robust preparation aimed at […]
Russian clandestine air operations deepen influence across the Sahel The Kremlin has quietly established an aerial logistics network in the Sahel that operates far beyond the visible deployment of Africa Corps paramilitaries. While international attention focuses on uniformed troops, Moscow has constructed a sophisticated infrastructure designed to project power and gather intelligence across West and […]
Under the leadership of President Romuald Wadagni, the Republic of Bénin is embarking on a bold new chapter in its national development strategy. Central to this vision is the revitalization of long-standing cooperation with the People’s Republic of China, marked by the resumption of large-scale infrastructure initiatives across Cotonou and key northern regions. Strategic infrastructure: […]
The Ministry of National Education has officially announced the outcomes of the 2026 Baccalaureate First Part (BAC I) examination. A total of 76,259 candidates registered for the national assessment, with 55,707 students securing passes—a commendable 73.05% success rate. This year’s results mark a notable achievement for the 2026 cohort, representing a critical milestone in their […]
The Nigerian military announced the successful rescue of 360 hostages on Sunday from a Boko Haram stronghold in the southern region of Borno State, located in the country’s northeast. The operation targeted the rugged Mandara Mountains, a known hideout for the insurgent group. This development comes as Abuja intensifies its counterterrorism efforts. Last month, Nigerian […]
The Policy Center for the New South (PCNS) has released an in-depth study on global repercussions of escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Economic vulnerabilities exposed by Hormuz tensions A newly published collective work titled “Hormuz and the Invisible Fractures: The Price of a Distant War” examines the far-reaching consequences of the Iran-United States-Israel […]
LIBÉRATION Boko Haram frees over 400 captives in Nigeria’s Borno state More than 400 individuals, previously abducted by the jihadist group Boko Haram, have regained their freedom in Nigeria’s northeastern Borno State. Their release, which occurred earlier this year in a village within the region, was confirmed by both a local senator and a youth […]
International Nigeria: des centaines de personnes enlevées par Boko Haram ont été libérées Nigerian military forces have announced the liberation of 360 individuals held captive by Boko Haram in the country’s northeastern region. Tragically, two infants succumbed to exhaustion during their prolonged detention. Several hundred individuals, previously abducted by the jihadist group Boko Haram earlier […]
Morocco has just marked a turning point in its aviation history. Royal Air Maroc (RAM) inaugurated a groundbreaking direct route between Casablanca and Los Angeles, becoming the first African carrier to establish a non-stop connection between the continent and the U.S. Pacific coast. A milestone flight takes to the skies The inaugural service departed Mohammed […]
In a significant development in the fight against insurgency in the region, hundreds of civilians previously held captive by Boko Haram militants in Nigeria’s northeast have been freed. The release, confirmed by local authorities and community leaders, marks a critical moment in the ongoing efforts to restore safety and stability in Borno State, one of […]
Nigeria : Boko Haram libère plus de 400 femmes et enfants enlevés dans l’État de Borno Actus. Plus de 400 personnes, principalement des femmes et des enfants enlevés par Boko Haram dans le nord-est du Nigeria, ont été libérées. Les circonstances de leur remise en liberté restent inconnues. Publié le 07/06/2026 à 11h05 – Par […]
During a pivotal gathering, industry leaders elected a refreshed leadership team to steer the Moroccan Water and Environmental Sanitation Association (AMEPA) for the next four years. The assembly endorsed a 27-member board of directors and a 12-member executive committee, drawing representation from both public and private stakeholders across the water sector. Delegates also convened an […]