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Senegal’s football community remains in shock following the Lions of Teranga’s early exit from the 2026 World Cup, compounded by post-elimination revelations that have intensified scrutiny of the sport’s governance. Criticism has now turned toward Abdoulaye Fall, president of the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), whose public statements have fueled outrage. Fall recently pinpointed the national […]
The shareholding structure of the Banque internationale pour le commerce et l’industrie de Côte d’Ivoire (BICICI) continues to evolve. Three years after BNP Paribas exited and the bank transitioned to fully Ivorian ownership, the Banque nationale d’investissement (BNI) finalized an agreement on July 13 with Brandon & Mcain Capital to sell its entire stake in […]
Belgian winger Leandro Trossard, a Premier League champion and Champions League runner-up with Arsenal last season, has finalized his transfer to Turkish giants Besiktas. After spending three and a half seasons with the Gunners, where he contributed 36 goals and 34 assists in 174 appearances, the 31-year-old forward has been granted permission to travel to […]
Burkina Faso ends diplomatic presence in France with symbolic gesture In a decisive move reflecting deepening bilateral tensions, Burkina Faso has officially closed its embassy in Paris. The twelve Burkinabe diplomats stationed in the French capital returned to Ouagadougou, where they were received by Foreign Minister Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré. Upon their arrival, the diplomates presented […]
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire – A two-day forum on vocational training, the FIMEC 2026, is set to take place in Abidjan from July 15-16 under the theme ‘Competences, Employment and Economic Transformation in Africa: The Strategic Role of Vocational Training’ The event, organised by the National Agency for Vocational Training (AGEFOP), aims to make vocational training […]
In a significant move to bolster regional stability, Chad and Russia have stepped up their military and diplomatic collaboration. On July 14 in Moscow, Chadian Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Sabre Fadoul and his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, underscored the importance of strengthening defense partnerships to address security challenges in the Sahara-Sahel region. A landmark agreement was […]
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is set to embark on his first official international tour since assuming office, with Rabat as his primary destination. Following a solemn tribute in Doha, he will arrive in the Moroccan capital on Wednesday, July 15, for a two-day state visit aimed at deepening the strategic partnership between France and […]
Gabon’s Ministry of Digital Economy and the Federation of Gabonese Enterprises (FEG) have launched Kimba Connect 2026, the nation’s first national open innovation challenge. Held at the headquarters of the Bank of Central African States (BEAC) in Libreville, the initiative bridges the gap between businesses facing digital transformation hurdles and local startups ready to deliver […]
INTERSOS sta selezionando un/a Chef de Mission da inserire nella sua operatività in RD del Congo. Durata 12 mesi. Tipo contratto: Co.co.co. Scadenza candidature 29/07/2026 INTERSOS est une Organisation Humanitaire Non Gouvernementale, à but non lucratif, qui a l’objectif d’assister les victimes de désastres naturels et de conflits armés. INTERSOS base son action sur les […]
While currently competing in the World Cup with the France national team, Lucas Digne has discreetly finalized his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain in recent days. The 32-year-old left-back is set to depart Aston Villa to make his highly anticipated return to the Parc des Princes this summer. It appears Digne recently shared the exciting news […]
Economy Gabon’s aviation authority faces scrutiny amid modernization push By Editor-in-Chief July 14, 2026 178 No comments Libreville, July 14, 2026 – In every nation, core institutions endure testing periods. Yet when controversy dominates public discourse to the point of overshadowing ongoing reforms, a critical question inevitably arises: Is the public debate truly aimed at […]
Key facts Provisional toll: 24 fatalities and 36 injured among 69 passengers and crew Location: Touba-Biankouma route, near Bafingdala village, Bafing region (northwest) Time: Monday 13 July 2026 around 11:30 Investigation: Accident Investigation and Analysis Bureau (BEA) deployed by Transport Ministry A catastrophic road accident unfolded Monday morning on the Touba-Biankouma route in western Côte […]