Us sanctions m23 intelligence officer and fdlr commander in Congo conflict

The United States is tightening its grip on key players fueling the ongoing crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed fresh

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Malian political detentions: a former justice minister speaks out on rule of law and anti-terrorism efforts

For one month now, Mountaga Tall, a respected lawyer, former minister, and staunch advocate for democracy in Mali, has been held incommunicado by State Security, his detention completely outside any

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Senegal assembly demands removal of ousmane sonko

The Front for the Defense of the Republic (FDR) has issued a formal statement calling for the expulsion of Ousmane Sonko from the National Assembly. The coalition, led by Khalifa

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Togo energy sector shake-up as ceet director general removed

The leadership of Togo’s electricity sector has undergone a significant shift following the removal of Débo-K’mba Barandao from his position as Director General of the Togolese Electricity Company (CEET). The

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Violent bus-truck collision on Togo’s national road n°1 leaves multiple victims

A severe traffic incident unfolded this Wednesday on National Road N°1 in Togo, involving a public transport bus and a heavy-duty truck. This exceptionally forceful collision resulted in extensive material

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DRC opposition unites in citywide strike against third term bid

DRC opposition unites in citywide strike against third term bid As the constitutional revision process gains momentum, influential voices are raising alarms about a potential power grab. On June 3,

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Senegal political crisis fdr seeks removal of sonko from parliament

Senegal political crisis: FDR demands removal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko from parliament The Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) has escalated tensions in Senegal’s political

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Benin Togo president wadagni’s diplomatic visit to lome

Lomé, June 3, 2026 — Following official engagements in Nigeria, Niger, and Burkina Faso, His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, President of the Republic of Benin, touched down in Lomé this afternoon

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Vandalism at Gabon’s communication authority raises security concerns

public sector Vandalism at Gabon’s communication authority raises security concerns 81 Libreville, June 3, 2026 — The deliberate destruction of offices within Gabon’s Haute Autorité de la Communication (HAC) has

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Ecobank’s 2026 general assemblies in Lomé: record results and strengthened governance

In Lomé, the 2026 General Assemblies of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) served a dual purpose: not only did they confirm the highly anticipated return of dividends, but they also ushered

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Congo constitutional reform standoff continues after city shutdown

Kinshasa’s streets remained unusually subdued on Wednesday afternoon as businesses cautiously reopened following a nationwide stay-at-home protest called by opposition groups. The demonstration, organized under the banner of the Article

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Opposition protests grind Kinshasa to a halt against president tshisekedi

Kinshasa has come to a virtual standstill as opposition forces mobilize to challenge President Félix Tshisekedi’s leadership. Protesters have flooded the streets, demanding political reforms and a shift in governance

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