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The once-brilliant facade of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) has begun to crumble, two years after its much-hyped establishment. Beneath the fiery declarations of sovereignty from the juntas in Bamako, Ouagadougou, and Niamey, a harsh reality persists: the only truly coordinated and effective fighting force dictating its own rules remains the Support Group for […]
Le Président du Conseil, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, a reçu vendredi à Lomé une envoyée spéciale du président tchadien, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. Au cœur des échanges : le renforcement de la coopération bilatérale, l’intégration africaine et le prochain Forum africain de l’eau prévu à N’Djamena. Le Président du Conseil, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, a accordé, vendredi […]
The government of Mali has finalized the funding arrangements for the North 225 kV high-voltage loop project around Bamako (PBNB), securing a total investment of €166 million. This strategic infrastructure aims to reinforce the capital’s power supply backbone and extend coverage to surrounding peri-urban zones. According to the African Development Bank (AfDB), the initiative will […]
Diplomacy Morocco joins Mediterranean Union parliamentary assembly leadership Rabat strengthens its role in the Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean by securing a seat on its Bureau and taking charge of the Artificial Intelligence Commission, marking a new phase in its parliamentary diplomacy. Morocco’s parliamentary delegation played a pivotal role in the 10th Summit […]
Libreville, Monday, July 6, 2026 – Gabon has achieved a significant milestone in its economic transformation by inaugurating its inaugural national sovereign Data Center. This advanced infrastructure transcends mere technological equipment, signaling the nation’s entry into a new era of development where data mastery is crucial for national sovereignty, robust security, and enhanced economic competitiveness. […]
The Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), a prominent separatist movement, has recently launched a second military offensive this weekend, aligning itself with the Jamaat-e-Nosra al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM). Their joint objective is to reclaim control over northern and central regions of Mali, currently held by government forces. This latest push follows coordinated assaults initiated by the FLA […]
L’opposition en République démocratique du Congo (RDC) appelle à réclamer, dans la rue, la démission du président Félix Tshisekedi. Elle accuse celui-ci de vouloir modifier la Constitution pour se maintenir au-delà de la limite de deux mandats. Système « Fatshi » L’opposition, qui avait initialement appelé à manifester mercredi notamment dans la capitale Kinsahsa, a repoussé vendredi […]
The French Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, is set to arrive in Rabat on July 15 for his maiden official visit to Morocco. During his trip, he will jointly chair, alongside Morocco’s Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, the High-Level Moroccan-French Joint Commission. This high-stakes meeting aims to bolster bilateral ties, with a strong focus on energy, defense, […]
On July 6, 2026, the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) marked its second anniversary, an occasion highlighted by a distinctly assertive address from its current President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. The Burkinabè head of state presented what he deemed a largely successful assessment, outlining ambitious plans for the future of the organization, which unites Burkina Faso, […]
Tottenham Hotspur have made a seismic statement in the Premier League transfer market by finalizing the acquisition of Italy’s midfield maestro Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United. The deal, valued at a staggering £92.5 million (approximately €108 million) with an additional £7.5 million (€9 million) in performance-related bonuses, shatters records and underscores the club’s ambition to […]
The second edition of the Student Banker Day and the inaugural Mentoring Day, organized by the Association of Alumni and Student Bankers of Félix Houphouët-Boigny University (AEB-UFHB) in collaboration with Afrique Femme, the Ministry of Youth Promotion, Professional Integration and Civic Service, and the Youth Employment Agency, took place at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny University in […]
Tensions between Senegalese President Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko have escalated to an irreversible point, with the president’s recent announcement of a new party set to launch in the coming days. The rift appears unbridgeable, leaving observers questioning whether the two can ever reconcile within the Patriotes africains du Sénégal pour le […]