JNIM alleges abuses against civilians in Mali’s Niono region

In a statement released on May 31, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) has openly accused the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) and their Russian allies from

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Border closure between Congo and Rwanda hits local traders hard

The abrupt closure of border crossings between Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Gisenyi in Rwanda has sent shockwaves through local markets, leaving small-scale traders scrambling to adapt.

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President wadagni’s inaugural diplomatic push targets Nigeria for stronger ties

Barely a week after his inauguration as President of the Republic on May 24, Romuald Wadagni has swiftly asserted his presence on the international stage. On Monday, June 1, the

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Economic repercussions of the Bénin-Niger border closure

Even with alternative routes through Nigeria, traders and transporters are experiencing substantial financial setbacks and a noticeable deceleration in their operations. The extended closure of the border between Niger and

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Joint Nigeria-Benin forces neutralize over 500 terrorists in Babanna border offensive

A significant joint military undertaking by Nigerian and Beninese forces has led to the neutralization of more than 500 terrorists in the border region of Babanna, situated within Nigeria’s Niger

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Bordeaux sets legal precedent for african art restitution

An unprecedented chapter in African heritage restitution unfolded recently when Bordeaux authorities made a bold legal move involving 53 artworks from multiple African nations. On June 1, 2026, the city’s

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Senegal new government formalizes coalition between Diomaye and Sonko

In a decisive move to solidify political stability, Senegal has sworn in a freshly constituted cabinet that embodies the ongoing collaboration between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and opposition leader Ousmane

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Chad’s security minister addresses senators on persistent insecurity challenges

Tchad Chad’s security minister addresses senators on persistent insecurity challenges Chad’s Public Security Minister, Ali Ahmat Aghabache, recently responded to senators’ concerns regarding ongoing insecurity and violence, providing insights into

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Benin president romuald wadagni’s diplomatic mission to Sahel allies

On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, President Romuald Wadagni of Bénin embarked on an official tour to Niamey and Ouagadougou, marking a historic moment as the first Béninois head of state

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Congo referendum bill sparks heated debates in parliament

politicsDemocratic Republic of the Congo Congo referendum bill sparks heated debates in parliament The proposed law on referendum procedures has intensified political tensions between ruling and opposition factions in Kinshasa.

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Bénin’s new president romuald wadagni kicks off west african tour with Niamey and Ouagadougou visits

The freshly inaugurated President of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, launched his first diplomatic mission on June 2nd with simultaneous visits to Niamey and Ouagadougou. This move marks the beginning of a

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Bénin’s foreign minister highlights opportunities for south korean investors

Bénin’s foreign minister highlights opportunities for south korean investors During a high-level meeting in Seoul on June 1, Benin’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Corinne Amori Brunet, outlined the West African

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