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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 […]
Asset declarations are once again proving to be a crucial test of credibility for Senegal’s executive branch. Reports from Dakar indicate that numerous government ministers have reportedly failed to comply with this legal requirement. This comes despite asset transparency being a cornerstone pledge of the Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko administration since they took […]
Chad is accelerating efforts to modernize and revitalize its transit corridors connecting N’Djamena to Douala and Bangui, aiming to enhance trade flows between Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic (CAR). This initiative goes beyond mere road infrastructure improvements—it’s a strategic move to bolster economic competitiveness, ensure food security, and strengthen regional integration within the […]
A significant development has emerged in the judicial handling of the 45 billion CFA francs (approximately 69 million euros) arms procurement contract, initially signed during the previous presidential term of Macky Sall in Senegal. Following a complaint lodged by the State Judicial Agency (AJE), a body tasked with safeguarding the Senegalese public’s financial interests, two […]
The alteration of the ceremonial location is now confirmed. Originally slated to unfold amidst the grandeur of the Stade Charles de Gaulle in Porto-Novo, Romuald Wadagni’s investiture ceremony will now ultimately take place at the Palais des Congrès in Cotonou. Far from being a mere logistical adjustment, this decision exemplifies political coherence and underscores the […]
Paris Saint-Germain will face RC Lens on Matchday 29 of Ligue 1 with a notable absence of seven players, including several key squad members. The Parisians, already on the brink of securing the league title, face a challenging trip to the Stade Bollaert-Delelis with a depleted roster. Injury blow casts doubt on PSG’s title defense […]
In the unforgiving terrain of northern Togo, where the dry Harmattan winds give way to the stifling heat of May, the border isn’t just a line on a map—it’s a battleground. Against a backdrop of rising extremist violence creeping from the Sahel, President Faure Gnassingbé made a high-stakes visit to the front lines of Operation […]
A dozen transport companies have halted all routes in and out of Bamako, West Africa’s Mali, as jihadist groups tighten their stranglehold on the capital through coordinated road blockades and vehicle burnings. why transport companies are grounding their fleets Transport firms cite security concerns as the primary reason for suspending operations. “We’ve temporarily suspended services […]
Following devastating nocturnal raids by jihadist factions against a Chadian military base in Barka Tolorom, which claimed 25 lives—including two high-ranking officers—and injured 46 others on May 4th, the Chadian Air Force launched immediate retaliatory airstrikes. These military operations targeted islands within Lake Chad, a region under the control of Boko Haram militants, situated along […]