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As the rainy season approaches, Niger’s authorities are sounding urgent warnings. The Operational Centre for Monitoring, Alerting and Crisis Management (COVACC) is highlighting severe risks of livestock losses and infrastructure damage linked to the first storms expected across the country’s agropastoral belt. On May 11, 2026, the COVACC—under the Nigerien Ministry of Interior—urged communities, especially […]
The extradition process of Kemi Seba, the Franco-Béninois activist, is unfolding in Pretoria, where he has adopted a dramatic stance. Going by his legal name, Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, he has publicly claimed that returning to Bénin would put his life at risk. Yet, when examined through the lens of legal realities and recent […]
PSG vs Lens: a festive Ligue 1 clash ahead of champions league final As the Ligue 1 season reaches its climax, the upcoming PSG vs Lens fixture stands out as more than just a routine match. Scheduled for Wednesday evening, this encounter carries unique significance for both clubs and French football as a whole. a […]
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a firm declaration in his latest statement, vowing to intensify the fight against terrorism until Boko Haram is completely dismantled. His remarks followed a devastating assault by the jihadist faction on a military outpost in Barka Tolorom, situated along the Chad shoreline of Lake Chad, resulting in 24 […]
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a firm pledge earlier this month, declaring on social media that the fight against insurgent groups would continue with renewed vigor until their complete elimination. His statement came in response to a devastating attack carried out by an affiliate of the jihadist organization Boko Haram on a military […]
Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno made a firm declaration following a recent assault: “We will intensify our efforts with unwavering resolve until this threat is completely eliminated.” His statement came in response to an audacious attack carried out by an offshoot of the jihadist faction Boko Haram on a military base in Barka Tolorom, […]
The President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, delivered a firm message on Facebook: “We will continue the fight with renewed determination until this threat is completely eradicated.” His statement came in response to a deadly attack by an armed faction linked to the Islamist group Boko Haram on a military base near Barka Tolorom, […]
In Senegal, the political landscape is witnessing a growing divide between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, sparking sharp criticism from opposition figures. Abdou Mbow, a prominent member of the Takku Wallu parliamentary group and the Alliance for the Republic (APR), has publicly framed the situation as a political showdown paired with […]
The Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) in Côte d’Ivoire, which had consistently been a central point of political friction and an enduring source of disagreement between the executive branch and opposition parties, has now been officially dissolved. This pivotal announcement was made on May 6 by government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly. He declared that this action “will […]
Le 11 May 2026, N’Djamena became the epicenter of regional transit discussions as logistics and transport stakeholders from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic convened for the fifth tripartite forum. The gathering focused on enhancing trade fluidity through Cameroonian ports, addressing logistical bottlenecks, and fostering economic integration across Central Africa. Over two days, government […]
Tchad, Cameroun and central african republic unite to boost transcamerounais trade corridor N’Djamena is hosting the 5th tripartite forum bringing together Tchad, Cameroun and the Central African Republic to address challenges in regional transit and commerce. The event, which kicked off on May 11, 2026, has drawn high-level officials including the Director General of Tchad’s […]
The race for the 2025/26 Ligue 1 title heats up as Paris Saint-Germain head to Lens in a must-watch fixture. Fresh off their dramatic late victory over Stade Brestois, the Parisians are on the brink of sealing another championship crown. A draw or win would virtually hand them the trophy, while a rare loss could […]