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DR Congo Alerts the UN on the Links Between Natural Resources and Armed Conflicts The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has warned the United Nations that there is a strong link between natural resources and armed conflicts in the region. The DRC’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, made this statement before the UN […]

Democratic Republic of Congo highlights environmental leadership while condemning cross-border aggression at Francophonie assembly Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde, President of the Senate Politics Monday, July 13, 2026 – 21:33 The capital of Cameroon became the epicenter of diplomatic exchanges from July 6-11, 2026, as it hosted the 51st Session of the Francophonie Parliamentary Assembly (APF). This […]

The diplomatic landscape of the Sahel is undergoing a significant transformation following the official normalization of relations between Bamako and Algiers. After a year and a half of unprecedented tensions, the two nations have restored full diplomatic ties, reopening embassies and airspace—a move that has far-reaching implications for regional stability and the future of key […]

Senegal: presidential coalition condemns ousmane sonko’s aggressive rhetoric The coalition supporting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has voiced profound “indignation” following the latest media offensive from Ousmane Sonko, leader of Pastef. They characterized Sonko’s statements as “scandalous remarks” and “crypto-personal attacks,” asserting that such rhetoric “does not honor his function as president of the National Assembly.” […]

The Permanent Secretary of Gabon’s National Climate Council, Fabrice Ntchango, is representing the country at a high-level regional workshop in Dakar, Senegal. The event focuses on accelerating the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) with a strong emphasis on rural electrification as a catalyst for energy transition. Gabon’s participation underscores its unwavering commitment to climate […]

The Beninese health sector is on the cusp of a historic milestone as the Beninese Agency for Medicines and Health Products (ABMed) undergoes a rigorous assessment by the World Health Organization (WHO) this July. Following a four-day deep-dive evaluation of regulatory frameworks, market surveillance, and clinical trial oversight, the country is inching closer to achieving […]

Sahel defense update Niger launches first defense attaché training program The Nigerien government inaugurates its inaugural defense attaché training program, revolutionizing military diplomacy and institutional capacity building. — 2 min read The Honorable Minister of State for National Defense, General Salifou Mody, presided over this morning’s opening ceremony at the War College for the inaugural […]

PolitiqueMali L’UA reste aux côtés du Mali face aux défis sécuritaires Nafissa Amadou 13/07/202613 juillet 2026 En visite à Bamako, le président de la Commission de l’Union africaine réaffirme son soutien au Mali, malgré la suspension du pays de l’organisation en 2021. Copier le lien Le président de la Commission de l’Union africaine (UA) est arrivé […]

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission arrived in Bamako on Sunday to underscore the bloc’s unwavering solidarity with Mali as the country grapples with persistent security threats. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf’s visit follows a pledge to strengthen collaboration between the AU and Malian authorities despite the nation’s 2021 suspension from key Union institutions. The suspension, […]

Central African Republic clamps down on timber firms over tax evasion and Wagner tactics The Ministry of Forest Economy has issued a stern warning to timber companies operating in the Central African Republic, accusing them of emulating the controversial methods of the Wagner Group while simultaneously dodging legally mandated logging taxes. These practices, according to […]

Amid a charged political climate in Senegal, sharp exchanges between key figures have intensified, with Dr Abdourahmane Diouf, a prominent government minister, launching a fierce critique against Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party. The backdrop of rising tensions Recent remarks by Ousmane Sonko targeting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye during the party’s gathering in Touba […]

The corridors of power in Dakar witnessed a historic shift today as Ousmane Diagne was sworn in as the new President of the Constitutional Council of Senegal, a pivotal institution in the nation’s judicial framework. a judicial heavyweight reclaims leadership Ousmane Diagne, a seasoned magistrate whose career spans decades in Senegal’s legal system, officially assumes […]