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Burkina Faso harnesses digital tools to strengthen national solidarity Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – The government has taken a decisive step toward modernizing public social policies through the official launch of the Dɛmɛ Sira digital platform. This initiative, unveiled at a ceremony in Ouagadougou, marks a significant milestone in leveraging technology to mobilize national solidarity. The […]
The historic first return flight of Burkinabè pilgrims from the 2026 Hajj landed at Ouagadougou International Airport on June 2, carrying 342 faithful who had completed their spiritual journey in the holy sites of Islam. The arrival marked the official start of the repatriation phase, greeted with warmth by family members and government officials. Dressed […]
Benin names Claudy Siar as Special Advisor for Culture and Media The renowned media personality and panafrican advocate Claudy Siar has been appointed Special Advisor to the President of Benin for cultural affairs, media, and national visibility. Staff Writer |June 3, 2026|2 min read A A A Follow for updates Summarize Listen Comment A panafricanist […]
A leading figure within Pastef les Patriotes, Aldiouma Sow, has forcefully rejected allegations of a clandestine agreement between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Speaking in a detailed statement posted on social media, Sow dismissed claims of a ‘secret pact’ forged during the President’s time at the Cap Manuel prison, emphasizing […]
Les revenus du commerce électronique en Afrique dépasseront 46 MM$ en 2025 © DR Morocco is poised to invigorate its digital commerce landscape. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce is actively developing a comprehensive national roadmap, designed to enhance the sector’s structure, bolster its competitive edge, and expand its footprint across international markets. This strategic […]
In the wake of Ousmane Sonko’s public disagreements with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Aminata Touré, spokesperson for the Diomaye Président coalition, took swift action today to address rising concerns. Speaking in a morning broadcast, the former Justice Minister delivered a clear message: the recent political rift does not signal a retreat from governance commitments or […]
The U.S. State Department has unveiled fresh sanctions targeting key figures behind rebel factions fueling instability in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) since 2021. Washington intensifies pressure on armed groups accused of atrocities In an official statement released this week, the U.S. government imposed targeted penalties on senior commanders of the FDLR […]
The recent official trips undertaken by Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni to Abuja (Nigeria), Niamey (Niger) and Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso) signal a new chapter in regional relations. This shift reflects a deliberate effort to restore direct diplomatic channels amid shifting geopolitical dynamics across West Africa. Following a prolonged period of strained ties—triggered by political transitions in […]
A coalition of young activists in Kinshasa has publicly outlined the prerequisites for any constitutional reform in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), emphasizing that the process must meet three critical conditions before gaining their support. The group, known as the Nouvelle Génération Congolaise, held a press conference on June 2 to address the ongoing […]
The youth-led Nouvelle Génération Congolaise has set firm conditions for any constitutional reform debate in Kinshasa, emphasizing the need for transparent justification. In a press briefing held on June 3, the movement outlined three non-negotiable prerequisites: a clearly demonstrated necessity, a broad national consensus, and a peaceful political environment. Why the urgency? questioning the motives […]
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso and Italy celebrated the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, reaffirming their robust ties of friendship and cooperation. The Italian Embassy hosted a commemorative event that evening, drawing together high-ranking Burkinabè officials, members of the diplomatic community, and Italian expatriates. Bêbgnasgnan Stella Eldine Kabré/Kaboré, Minister Delegate […]
The robust start to Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa export season, with nearly one million tonnes already contracted for the 2026-27 harvest, faces potential disruption from the looming El Niño weather phenomenon expected in July, industry insiders warn. In response to stock regulation needs, the Conseil du Café et du Cacao (CCC) in Abidjan has raised its […]