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Andrew Robertson’s nine-year journey at Liverpool has reached its conclusion as the 32-year-old left-back finalizes a switch to Tottenham Hotspur, marking a significant shift in the Premier League’s transfer landscape. Reports indicate the Scotland international has already reached a personal agreement with Spurs, capping months of speculation surrounding his future at Anfield. His departure follows […]
Senegal politics: why the rift between Bassirou Faye and Ousmane Sonko deepened The abrupt break between Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, barely two years into their mandate, follows months of escalating friction at the highest levels of government. This political split has put Senegal, long regarded as a cornerstone of […]
Senegal’s political separation: faye and sonko at a crossroads Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. A significant political separation has unfolded in Senegal, involving President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This notable development comes barely two years into their shared governance, following a period marked […]
Turin derby postponed after violent clashes between fans leave one seriously injured The highly anticipated Serie A clash between Torino and Juventus scheduled for kick-off at 20:45 on Sunday evening was delayed by an hour due to dangerous unrest among supporters outside the stadium. Violent confrontations erupted between rival fan groups ahead of the 38th […]
The economic hub of Abidjan is currently hosting the third edition of the African Textile Care Professionals Forum (FAPET), running from May 20-22, 2026. This gathering at Abidjan-Plateau brings together industry leaders from across the continent to tackle critical challenges around modernizing and industrializing Africa’s textile care sector. Themed ‘Structuring, ecological transition and innovation: steering […]
Paris Saint-Germain’s hopes of a third Champions League title hinge on Saturday’s high-stakes final against Arsenal in Budapest, yet Parisians won’t witness the customary victory parade along the Champs-Élysées. The Paris police prefecture has confirmed that no official celebration is planned if the club lifts the trophy. What to expect if PSG triumph The absence […]
The political landscape in Senegal remains in flux as a dramatic weekend unfolds. Just 48 hours after the dismissal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, the President of the National Assembly, Malick Ndiaye, announced his resignation from the speaker’s position on Sunday, May 25. The decision followed an emergency meeting of his party, Pastef. In a […]
Senegal’s political landscape reshaped: the inevitable split between Sonko and Diomaye Faye A significant political shift has unfolded in Senegal, as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially removed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko from his position on Friday, May 22. This decisive action formalizes a deep-seated political divergence that had been evident for an extended period, marking […]
Bénin: Romuald Wadagni takes office as new president Romuald Wadagni has officially been sworn in as the new President of the Bénin during a ceremony held in Cotonou on Sunday, May 24. The former Finance Minister inherits the leadership after a decade under Patrice Talon. Elected in April with over 94% of the vote, the […]
ReactionArne Slot reflects on Liverpool’s champions league qualification and emotional farewells Arne Slot recently addressed the press, discussing Liverpool’s successful qualification for the Champions League, offering a candid assessment of the season, and acknowledging the heartfelt send-off given to departing club legends Andy Robertson and Mohamed Salah, following the Reds’ 1-1 draw in their […]
Senegal’s political landscape shaken as Assembly leader steps down The Senegalese political scene has been jolted by a fresh wave of instability. El Malick Ndiaye, President of the National Assembly, announced his resignation just 48 hours after Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko was removed from office by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. In a statement shared on […]
Cotonou’s Palais des Congrès esplanade transformed into a hub of West African diplomacy on Sunday, May 24, as dignitaries from across the continent converged for Romuald Wadagni’s presidential investiture. The attendance list read like a who’s who of politics and business: Nigerian Vice-President Kashim Shettima, Ivorian Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé, Niger’s Premier Ali Mahamane […]