High-level talks in Rabat between Morocco and uae leadership

During a private visit to Rabat, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, held a significant meeting with King Mohammed VI of Morocco at the…

Gabon: Morocco’s CIMAF boosts cement sector with €40m investment

On May 20, 2026, a landmark agreement was signed at the Palais Rénovation in Libreville, marking a pivotal moment for Gabon’s construction industry. Anas Sefrioui, CEO of Ciments de l’Afrique…

Benin’s bold diplomatic push to mend ties with Sahel allies

In a decisive shift in regional diplomacy, the newly inaugurated President of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, has embarked on an urgent diplomatic mission to Niger and Burkina Faso. This initiative marks…

Surviving Jnim blockades in Mali amid hunger and fear

Life Under Siege: How Communities in Mali Adapt to Jnim Blockades The Jnim group has weaponized blockades across Mali, transforming roads, farmlands, and markets into battlegrounds. Their strategy isn’t about…

Bénin ramps up forest restoration with national tree planting campaign

In a bold stride toward environmental restoration, Bénin has intensified its efforts to rehabilitate degraded landscapes. On June 1, 2026, the École Primaire Publique (EPP) Hêkandji in the commune of…

Romuald wadagni’s Niamey visit signals potential Benin-Niger thaw

The Beninese Head of State, Romuald Wadagni, touched down in Niamey on Tuesday for an official visit that may signal a thaw in the strained relations between Benin and Niger,…

Eu pledges €348 million to boost Morocco’s water strategy

Rabat witnessed a landmark agreement this week as the European Union and key European development agencies finalized a €348 million funding package, equivalent to approximately 3.7 billion Moroccan dirhams, to…

Senegal constitutional council examines Ousmane Sonko’s parliament seat

Senegal’s constitutional council scrutinizes Ousmane Sonko’s parliamentary mandate The Constitutional Council of Senegal has taken center stage in a high-stakes legal battle that could determine whether opposition leader Ousmane Sonko…

Shocking video of tortured radio host displayed in Cameroon murder trial

The high-stakes trial surrounding the 2023 murder of Martinez Zogo, a prominent Cameroonian radio host, resumed on June 1, 2026, at the military court in Yaoundé. A chilling video, recovered…

Mali and Burkina Faso step up joint security and diplomatic efforts against armed groups

The governments of Mali and Burkina Faso are intensifying their joint security and diplomatic initiatives to counter the growing threats posed by armed groups along their shared borders. This coordinated…

Prime minister al aminou lo’s inaugural address emphasizes national interest amidst executive transition

During his inaugural address, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo articulated a vision for governmental action deeply rooted in the national interest. He notably referenced prior consultations with Ousmane Sonko,…

Sénégal’s new government forms without Ousmane Sonko’s party

Sénégal’s Prime Minister, Ahmadou Al Amine Mohamed Lô, unveiled a new 30-member government on Monday evening. This significant announcement revealed that the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, despite holding a majority in…