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The autonomous district of Abidjan has intensified its urban renewal drive with the demolition of the Zimbabwe district in Vridi-3, executed on June 2. The operation targeted a 28-hectare area long occupied by a close-knit fishing community situated near the Port of Abidjan. Thousands of residents were forcibly evicted within hours, sparking widespread criticism over […]
TSG Hoffenheim and Newcastle United lock horns over Ivorian sensation At just 19 years old, Ivorian winger Bazoumana Touré has become the hottest name in football’s transfer market this summer. Newcastle United has taken the lead, launching direct negotiations with TSG Hoffenheim to secure the young star’s signature. The Magpies are pulling out all the […]
In a high-stakes political confrontation in Dakar, Senegal‘s opposition leader Ousmane Sonko delivered a scathing rebuke to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, warning that governance is no trivial matter. a sharp political clash in Dakar The capital city of Senegal became the epicenter of a fierce political debate as Ousmane Sonko, a prominent opposition figure and […]
The President of Faso, Head of State, Captain Ibrahim TRAORÉ, held a working session this Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the Koulouba Palace with his counterpart from the Republic of Benin, Romuald WADAGNI, on an official visit to Ouagadougou. In a joint press release issued by Burkina Faso’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Karamoko Jean Marie […]
In a dramatic turn of events, Senegal’s political landscape has been rocked by a fierce confrontation between two of its most prominent figures. Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, has launched a bold offensive against his former ally, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, exposing deep divisions within the ruling coalition. Sonko’s latest address to the […]
Ousmane Sonko, former Prime Minister of Senegal and leader of the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, has provided his account of the events leading to his removal from office. In a public statement, he recounted a pivotal conversation with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye that, according to him, sealed his fate as head of government. Key meeting follows […]
Dakar — Political tensions in Sénégal have escalated as opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, head of the Pastef party, issues a bold statement about his party’s ability to destabilize the government. In a press interaction following the formation of the latest cabinet, Sonko declared that his party holds significant leverage over the executive branch. « We […]
Gabon’s president Oligui Nguema to embark on official France visit in july 2026 The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has announced his upcoming official visit to France, scheduled for July 20, 2026. This diplomatic engagement follows a recent interview where he outlined his international agenda, signaling the growing importance of Gabon-France relations in […]
Prominent Gabonese opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze remains behind bars after Libreville’s appeals court dismissed his procedural nullity request on Tuesday. His legal team continues to condemn what they describe as an unlawful detention and irregular judicial process. Court affirms continued detention despite defense’s objections Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, Gabon’s former Prime Minister and a vocal critic of […]
Unprecedented political tensions have surfaced following an unusual request from President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. In a detailed account, Sonko reveals the behind-the-scenes dynamics of his removal and why he rejected the terms of their separation. The political landscape in Senegal has been set abuzz by revelations surrounding the abrupt […]
Politique Gabon’s economic diplomacy: a new era of african and international partnerships Libreville, Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – In a strategic move to foster sustainable economic transformation, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema is actively solidifying a new approach in Libreville. This strategy centers on forging strong alliances between African capital and global partners, with a […]
Benin and Niger set to reopen border after high-level diplomatic talks Following a landmark diplomatic mission to Niamey and Ouagadougou, Benin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni has signaled a thaw in relations with the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), raising hopes for the imminent reopening of the Benin-Niger border after nearly three years of strained […]