Niamey, July 28, 2026 — Niger’s public sector reform initiative has reached a critical milestone following the latest session of the Conseil consultatif de la Refondation (CCR). Under the leadership…
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Cameroon court jails man for 6 months over Facebook post criticizing President Biya
A court in Cameroon has handed down a six-month prison sentence to a man accused of insulting President Paul Biya through a social media post. The case centers on a…
Congo constitutional court clears path for president tshisekedi third term
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Constitutional Court has issued a pivotal ruling that paves the way for President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third consecutive term in office. This…
Burkina Faso shines at u18 and u20 five nations championships
Burkinabè junior athletes delivered outstanding performances at the 2026 U18 and U20 Five Nations Athletics Championships held in Ouagadougou on July 25–26. With a commanding total of 67 medals, Burkina…
Mor Tallah Gueye steps down from FDCUIC in solidarity with Sonko
In a bold move that underscores unwavering commitment to principle, Mor Tallah Gueye, President of the Board of Directors of the FDCUIC, has announced his resignation from the position. His…
RDC : la Cour constitutionnelle valide une loi ouvrant la voie à un 3e mandat pour Tshisekedi
#FREEGLEIZES Depuis le 29 juin 2025, notre confrère Christophe Gleizes, journaliste pour Society et So Foot, est emprisonné en Algérie. Nous ne l’oublions pas et réclamons sa libération. En savoir plus sur #FREEGLEIZES By Kadi Alhassane — Senior correspondent
Controversial revelations about political funds received by Ousmane Sonko
In a surprising disclosure, Member of Parliament Guy Marius Sagna has exposed the details of funds allocated to Ousmane Sonko during his tenure as Prime Minister. According to Sagna, Sonko…
Urgent appeal for release of detained moroccan filmmaker and rapper
The detention of Moroccan filmmaker and musician El Mahdi Lyoubi since July 13, 2026, following an unexplained travel ban, has sparked widespread concern over artistic freedom and free speech in…
High-level meeting between Benin’s president and aliko dangote in Cotonou
The official presidential residence in Cotonou witnessed a landmark meeting on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, as Benin’s Head of State, Romuald Wadagni, hosted Nigerian business magnate Aliko Dangote. The closed-door…