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At least 22 military personnel and civilian auxiliaries supporting the army were tragically killed in suspected jihadist attacks over the weekend in northern Burkina Faso. On Saturday morning, a base belonging to a Rapid Intervention Battalion (BIR) in Di, situated near Dédougou, came under attack from suspected jihadist militants. This assault resulted in the deaths […]
The Central African Republic (CAR) has grappled with profound instability for decades, beginning with a three-year civil war that engulfed the nation in 2004, followed by protracted conflicts against various insurgent groups. In an attempt to re-establish order, the government extended an invitation to Russian Wagner Group mercenaries in early 2018, initially deploying them as […]
Lomé’s business community faces a crippling state debt impasse Lomé — The economic heartbeat of Togo is faltering as the private sector faces an unprecedented liquidity crisis. Despite repeated assurances from government officials, delays in settling domestic debt—arrears owed to local businesses for completed projects and rendered services—have pushed the sector to the brink of […]
The collaborative efforts between Morocco and France are poised for a significant boost with the impending official visit of French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu to Rabat. Scheduled for July 15 and 16, this trip will see the Prime Minister accompanied by a substantial delegation of ten ministers, marking it as one of the most crucial […]
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ StumbleUpon Pinterest Shares Au Global dialogue on AI Gouvernance organisé par les Nations Unies à Genève, la Côte d’Ivoire a porté une voix forte pour une IA inclusive et partagée. (CIO Mag) – M. Djibril Ouattara, ministre de la Communication, Porte-parole du Gouvernement, représenté son pays et appelé à une gouvernance […]
In a recent diplomatic gesture, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Togo was awarded the rank of Commander in the Order of the Stallion, Burkina Faso’s highest honor. While official channels frame this distinction as evidence of a robust diplomacy of openness, solidarity, and proximity pursued by Lomé, the underlying political realities present a far […]
The PDCI-RDA Seeks Urgent Political Dialogue To Establish Electoral Commission Abidjan, July 7, 2026 (AIP) – The spokesperson for the PDCI-RDA, Brédoumy Soumaïla, reiterated on Wednesday, July 7, 2026, at Abidjan Cocody, that his party’s stance on establishing a consensual electoral organ remains unwavering. “The PDCI-RDA has formally requested the government to initiate this dialogue […]
A pivotal summer is unfolding at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea actively reshapes its roster. The past week has seen intense transfer activity, with new signings announced and a definitive list of players marked for potential departure. The club is committed to rebuilding its squad for the upcoming season, aiming for robust competitiveness across all positions […]
On July 8, 2026, Niamey hosted the second round of high-level consultations between the foreign ministers of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov. The event was framed by officials as a pivotal step toward fostering a relationship rooted in sovereignty and mutual respect. Yet beneath the official narrative lies a […]
Face à la croissance démographique, le Grand Abidjan fait l’objet d’une réorganisation structurelle majeure. Entre grands chantiers d’infrastructures et programmes de logements, les autorités ivoiriennes déploient une stratégie sectorielle visant à instaurer une planification urbaine plus moderne, ordonnée et sécurisée à l’horizon 2030. La dynamique démographique de la Côte d’Ivoire propulse le pays à l’avant-garde […]
Sylvia Bongo Ondimba, the spouse of former Gabonese President Ali Bongo, is currently under suspicion in a Swiss financial investigation. She is alleged to have transferred millions of euros to a bank in Geneva, with these funds reportedly stemming from the embezzlement of public assets. Geneva’s judicial authorities are actively investigating the former Gabonese First […]
Marking the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party (PCC) foundation, the Chinese Embassy in Gabon recently hosted a significant press conference. This event aimed to illuminate the remarkable trajectory of an organization that has become a pivotal force on the global stage. Addressing journalists and invited guests, Chinese diplomats underscored the historical path of […]