Togo and DRC deepen ties amid eastern Congo security crisis

Lomé and Kinshasa strengthen diplomatic ties to address the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) crisis. On the sidelines of cultural events in the Kozah region, Togolese President Faure…

Senegal reaffirms commitment to strengthened partnership with France during national celebrations

Senegal’s Foreign Minister highlights evolving bilateral ties at French national event The deep-rooted historical, cultural, and economic connections between Dakar and Paris were underscored by Foreign Minister Me Moussa Sarr…

Gabon Takes Control of Iboga Industry Amid Global Interest

Plante sacrée au cœur des rites traditionnels gabonais, l'iboga s'apprête à vivre une véritable révolution industrielle. Alors que la crise des opiacés secoue les États-Unis, cet arbuste endémique suscite un…

Burkina Faso declares two EU diplomats persona non grata amid diplomatic tensions

POLITICS 2 min read Burkina Faso declares two EU diplomats persona non grata amid diplomatic tensions The Burkinabe government has declared two European Union diplomats persona non grata, ordering their…

UN speech: Congo demands fair global minerals trade and calls out Rwanda

Natural wealth should empower nations, not fuel instability. This principle guided the Democratic Republic of Congo’s bold diplomatic stance at the United Nations this week. On July 14, 2026, Foreign…

Political tensions flare as congolese coalition prepares major protest

Tensions have escalated between two influential figures within the ruling coalition in Democratic Republic of Congo, as a planned opposition march draws nearer. Augustin Kabuya, Secretary General of the Union…

Senegal’s leadership reshuffle: Diomaye and Sonko’s strategic moves

The Senegalese political landscape is undergoing significant restructuring as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and opposition leader Ousmane Sonko implement sweeping changes within their ranks. These strategic moves aim to strengthen…

Celebrating ousmane sonko’s 52nd birthday with heartfelt tributes

On July 15, 2026, Ousmane Sonko, the President of the Pastef party and current Speaker of the National Assembly, marked his 52nd birthday. The occasion sparked an outpouring of well-wishes…

Niger tackles cement price crisis with emergency price controls amid market flaws

Government Implements Price Caps to Address Rising Cement Costs In response to escalating cement prices and reported shortages across multiple regions, the Government of Niger has introduced emergency measures to…

Judicial appointments in Senegal raise concerns over sonko’s 2029 exclusion

The latest judicial appointments in Senegal have sparked intense debate, with analysts warning of potential political consequences. According to political scientist Mamadou Wane, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s moves suggest a…

Bénin embarks on bold cultural restitution drive to boost economy and identity

The Republic of Bénin is taking a decisive step forward in its cultural restitution journey by establishing a National Scientific Committee on July 14, 2026. This strategic move follows the…

DRC at un: calling for action against Rwanda-backed rebels in critical minerals governance

DRC at UN: calling for action against Rwanda-backed rebels in critical minerals governance Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner at the United Nations podium Security Wednesday 15 July 2026 – 10:11 The Democratic…