Pilgrims return from hadj 2026 with prayers for Burkina Faso peace

The first wave of Burkinabè pilgrims returned to Ouagadougou on June 2, 2026, after weeks of spiritual devotion in Islam’s holy sites. A total of 342 faithful disembarked at the…

Benin Claudy Siar appointed presidential cultural envoy

Afrique Benin : Claudy Siar appointed Presidential Cultural Envoy The former host of Couleurs Tropicales on RFI has been appointed this Wednesday, June 3, 2026, as the Presidential Cultural Envoy…

Aldiouma Sow refutes secret pact claims and warns of internal divisions within Pastef

Aldiouma Sow, a prominent member of the National Political Bureau of Pastef, has issued a detailed public statement to support party officials who have aligned themselves with President Bassirou Diomaye…

Morocco’s digital ambition: building an african e-commerce powerhouse

E-commerce : comment le Maroc veut devenir une plateforme africaine El Mehdi El AzharyPublié le 03/06/2026 à 16:20 Temps de lecture : favoris Les revenus du commerce électronique en Afrique…

Senegal aminata toure addresses political tensions after sonko’s remarks

Following Ousmane Sonko‘s latest controversial statements challenging President Bassirou Diomaye Faye‘s leadership, Aminata Touré, Coordinator of the Diomaye Président coalition, took decisive action today to clarify the situation. Speaking publicly…

Us sanctions rebel leaders fueling Congo crisis in eastern drc

U.S. Targets Rebel Commanders in Eastern DRC to Curb Escalating Violence The U.S. State Department has imposed fresh sanctions on key rebel figures driving instability in Eastern Democratic Republic of…

How Benin, Nigeria, Niger and Burkina Faso are reviving cross-border ties

Diplomatic engagement between Benin, Nigeria, Niger and Burkina Faso has entered a new phase, marked by high-level visits and concrete steps toward restoring neighborly relations. President Romuald Wadagni of Benin…

Young activists in Kinshasa set conditions for constitutional reform in DRC

young activists in Kinshasa set conditions for constitutional reform in DRC A newly formed youth organization in Kinshasa has taken a firm stance on the ongoing debate surrounding constitutional reform…

Young activists in Kinshasa set conditions for constitutional reform in DRC

young activists in Kinshasa set conditions for constitutional reform in DRC On Wednesday, June 3, a youth-led organization in Kinshasa convened a press conference to address the ongoing debate surrounding…

Benin and Niger: charting a course for border reopening and renewed partnership

A significant stride towards de-escalating economic and diplomatic tensions across West Africa has been observed. Less than 24 hours after the highly strategic working visit by Béninois President Romuald Wadagni…

Italy and Burkina Faso strengthen ties during Italy’s 80th Republic Day

Diplomatic relations between Burkina Faso and Italy reached new heights as both nations commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic in a vibrant evening ceremony held in Ouagadougou. The…

Cocoa export outlook dims as El Niño threatens west african harvest

Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa export momentum, which saw nearly 1 million tonnes already contracted for the 2026-27 harvest, faces potential disruption from the looming El Niño weather pattern expected in July.…