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Togo low turnout at opposition meeting in akassimé
The much-anticipated rally organized by the Cadre National de Concertation pour le Changement (CNCC) failed to draw the expected crowds. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Akassimé field in Lomé
Read MoreMacron criticizes Mali junta over french troop withdrawal amid jihadist surge
Macron criticizes Mali junta over french troop withdrawal amid jihadist surge During an official visit to Nairobi, French President Emmanuel Macron strongly criticized the Malian military junta’s decision to expel
Read MoreThe enduring influence of French businesses in Sénégal
From the scenic Dakar coastline to the historic Gorée Island, and spanning the airport highway to remote rural settlements, thousands of solar-powered streetlights now illuminate the landscape of Sénégal. This
Read MorePape thiaw’s can debut with Senegal: an exclusive look in ‘l’antre du lion’
« L’Antre du Lion » : Pape Thiaw revient sur sa première CAN avec le Sénégal, diffusion le 17 mai sur la RTS ( vidéo) Coach Pape Thiaw offers an intimate look
Read MoreSenegal delegation heads to Nairobi for africa forward summit
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko leads delegation to Nairobi summit The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, officially launched the Senegalese delegation today as it prepares to depart for Nairobi.
Read MoreAfrican football rocked by caf’s controversial decision to strip Senegal of afcon 2025 title
Recent reports indicate a growing backlash against the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) contentious ruling. The Egyptian club Pharco FC has declared an indefinite boycott of all CAF-organized tournaments, citing
Read MoreDiplomatic thaw brewing between Benin and Niger as wadagni takes office
The anticipated leadership transition in Bénin has sparked cautious optimism across the border in Niger. With Romuald Wadagni set to assume the presidency in late May, Niger’s Foreign Minister Bakary
Read MoreCitizen power in Senegal: history, challenges and renewal
This article explores the concept of citizen power in post-2024 Senegal, where the election of Bassirou Diomaye Faye marked a turning point. It examines the concept through three lenses: contemporary
Read MoreIndustrialisation as a catalyst for economic growth in Côte d’Ivoire
During a press event held in Abidjan-Plateau, the strategic importance of industrialising Côte d’Ivoire took centre stage. Paul-Harry Aithnard, the Director for the UEMOA Region and General Manager of Ecobank
Read MoreBurkina Faso transforms cities with urban greening amid heat and dust
Burkina Faso is rolling out an ambitious urban greening initiative to combat rising temperatures and dusty streets. The national landscaping program aims to create 80 green spaces, green 60 roundabouts,
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire aims to become Africa’s leading space technology hub
The space economy is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of Côte d’Ivoire’s strategic development, as the nation aspires to establish itself as a premier continental hub. Ivorian leaders view the mastery
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire : Abidjan s’apprête à devenir le centre névralgique de l’espace en Afrique
Un rendez-vous historique pour les technologies satellitaires à Abidjan Du 24 au 26 septembre 2026, le Parc des Expositions d’Abidjan sera le théâtre de la première édition de l’Africa Space
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