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Morocco and the United Kingdom have set an ambitious goal to double their bilateral trade volumes while deepening investment ties, leveraging the momentum generated by major infrastructure initiatives tied to the 2030 FIFA World Cup and other transformative projects. During a high-level business forum in Rabat, Moroccan Minister of Industry and Trade Ryad Mezzour and […]
The Kingdom of Morocco has elevated humanitarian action as a cornerstone of its foreign policy and African cooperation initiatives, guided by the forward-thinking vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, as stated by Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi during a public session of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC). Speaking at a dedicated discussion on […]
In a candid address following his abrupt removal from office, former Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko outlined the behind-the-scenes dynamics that shaped his departure and the shifting political landscape under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye-Diakhar. Speaking publicly for the first time since the announcement, he disclosed details of the exchanges that allegedly strained their partnership and […]
Presentation of the public action monitoring report published by the collective of civil society organizations, with the support of Cepas Only 25% of decisions made during cabinet meetings in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) between April and December 2025 have been fully implemented. This critical finding emerges from a recent public action monitoring report, […]
Bénin and Niger establish joint committee to reopen border In a significant move toward strengthening bilateral ties, the governments of Bénin and Niger have launched a joint committee of experts tasked with evaluating the conditions for reopening their shared border. The announcement follows a high-level working visit by Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni to Niamey, where […]
Following a landmark working visit by Beninese President Romuald Wadagni to Niamey on June 2, 2026, Niger and Benin have taken a decisive step toward restoring cross-border ties. The two nations announced the formation of a joint expert committee tasked with assessing the feasibility of reopening their shared border within the next two weeks. The […]
Bénin and Niger launch joint committee to restore border operations Following a high-level working visit to Niamey by Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni on June 2, 2026, both nations have agreed to establish a technical task force tasked with finalizing plans to reopen their shared border within the next 15 days. The announcement came as part […]
When China announced its historic policy of zero tariffs on imports from 53 African nations—including Ivory Coast—on May 1, 2026, it marked more than a symbolic gesture. For Dr. Randolphe G. Kichiedou, PhD, agricultural economist, this decision signals a strategic shift in Sino-African trade relations, offering a rare opportunity to address long-standing structural imbalances. The […]
The newly elected President of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, made a brief but significant visit to Niger on Tuesday, June 2, marking his first encounter with the military leadership in Niamey since the coup in July 2023. This meeting signals a potential thaw in the strained relations between the two neighboring countries, which have been aggravated […]
Senegal’s political rift: Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko drift apart Saikou Seydi june 2, 2026, 5:29 pm utc Add us as your preferred source on Google for seamless updates. On monday, Senegal’s newly appointed prime minister unveiled the government’s lineup. Hours earlier, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the ruling party Pastef-Les Patriotes, declared that none of […]
As discussions regarding the modification or overhaul of the current Constitution gain momentum in the République Démocratique du Congo, one thing is certain: the existing democratic framework is reaching its limits. To overcome this deadlock, I strongly support a rigorous restructuring of the Congolese political landscape into three primary ideological pillars: the left, the right, […]
The President of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, concluded a working visit to Niger today, following a brief but significant stay in Niamey. The Beninese leader was received at the airport by Niger’s transitional military leader, General Abdourahamane Tiani, marking a notable gesture of diplomatic engagement. While the specifics of their discussions remain undisclosed, the visit underscores […]