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Côte d’Ivoire unveils ambitious high-speed rail project connecting Abidjan to the north
Côte d’Ivoire is poised to embark on a monumental journey, ushering in a new era of infrastructure modernization. Under the framework of its National Development Program (PND) 2026-2030, the government
Read MoreBeninese president romuald wadagni’s Nigeria visit strengthens ECOWAS unity
With his inauguration barely settled, Bénin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni made a bold diplomatic move. Exactly one week after assuming office on May 24, 2026, he embarked on his
Read MoreMali’s economic outlook darkens as moody’s flags rising risks
Mali’s economic trajectory has taken a sharp turn for the worse after the global ratings agency Moody’s downgraded the country’s sovereign credit outlook from stable to negative, while keeping its
Read MoreFaulty degrees tarnish Burkina Faso’s public sector integrity
The recent dismissal of three high-ranking civil servants by Burkina Faso’s Council of Ministers—one from the Presidency, another from Water and Forests, and a third from Information Sciences—has laid bare
Read MoreSenegal’s shifting political landscape and new economic challenges
In a span of just four days at the end of May, Senegal witnessed a dramatic reshuffling of its political leadership that left observers questioning the nation’s economic trajectory. On
Read MoreBenin’s president begins diplomatic tour with key visit to Nigeria
Just eight days after taking office, Benin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni embarks on his maiden foreign visit—landing in Abuja on June 1, 2026, for high-stakes talks with Nigerian counterpart
Read MoreTogo education system ends sms result fees amid billions cfa scandal
Government terminates controversial SMS result delivery system following financial irregularities For years, Togo’s education system operated a lucrative yet clandestine revenue stream that drained financial resources from vulnerable households. The
Read MoreTogo’s gnassingbé dynasty: a half-century of power and the cost to democracy
Togo’s political dynasty: a 50-year grip on power The Togo stands out as a nation where power has remained within a single family for half a century, a record unmatched
Read MoreParis Saint-Germain nears first major transfer deal
As the 2025-2026 season culminated in a historic back-to-back Champions League triumph, Paris Saint-Germain is already strategically planning its next campaign, focusing intently on strengthening its formidable squad. PSG concluded
Read MoreSenne lammens hailed as premier league’s top transfer
After an outstanding season with Manchester United, Senne Lammens has earned significant recognition in England. Senne Lammens has been recognized for his exceptional performance during his debut season at Manchester
Read MoreForced evictions in Niamey leave 26 000 without shelter
In Niamey, the announcement of a sweeping forced eviction displacing 26 000 individuals has sparked widespread outrage among civil society groups. By executing this large-scale operation without any form of
Read MoreEscalating tensions in Ouagadougou: the traoré regime’s deepening isolation
The transitional administration in Burkina Faso, under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, appears to have reached a critical juncture. Once celebrated by supporters as a transformative leader, the head
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