Africa’s electrification drive gains momentum with Gabon joining mission 300 million connections

Economy Africa’s electrification drive gains momentum with Gabon joining mission 300 million connections 172 Libreville, June 19, 2026 – Africa is making unprecedented strides toward universal electricity access, with over…

Senegal’s constitutional council retreats in Sonko parliamentary case

The Constitutional Council of Senegal, once hailed for its bold stance on constitutional supremacy, has taken a step back in a recent ruling. On June 17, 2026, the Council declined…

African development bank outlines strategy for Burkina Faso’s growth

The African Development Bank (AfDB) is refining its approach to support Burkina Faso’s development ambitions. A high-level delegation led by Lamin Barrow, AfDB’s West Africa Director-General, conducted a working visit…

Bénin strengthens drug war with destruction of 95kg cocaine in ouidah

Bénin strengthens drug war with destruction of 95kg cocaine in Ouidah On a decisive Thursday in Ahozon, within Ouidah’s municipal limits, the Republic of Bénin demonstrated its unwavering commitment to…

Burkina Faso debates religious freedom law amid security challenges

Legislative milestone for Burkina Faso’s religious freedom law The National People’s Assembly (ANP) is set to deliberate a pivotal draft law on religious freedom this Saturday, marking a significant step…

Senegal political crisis: navigating power struggles between president and speaker

Since March 2024, when Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko jointly propelled the Pastef (Patriotes africains du Sénégal pour le travail, l’éthique et la fraternité) party into power, their political…

Morocco and Gambia solidify strategic ties through president Barrow’s Rabat message

Morocco and Gambia solidify strategic ties through president Barrow’s Rabat message A special envoy from Banjul delivered a letter to King Mohammed VI, highlighting the robust state of bilateral relations…

Gabon gears up for un anti-corruption review in 2026

From June 29 to July 1, 2026, Libreville will host a high-level international assessment as part of Gabon’s second review cycle under the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). A…

Morocco’s religious model: a shield against extremism

In the aftermath of the 2003 Casablanca attacks, Moroccan authorities recognized that security measures alone would not suffice. Instead, they launched a sweeping reform to strengthen religious oversight, training imams…

Weekly analysis of African and international hot topics

This week’s edition examines pressing security and political developments across Africa and the globe. From the Sahel to the Horn of Africa and beyond, journalists dissect the most urgent issues…

Mbappé celebrates Konaté’s Real Madrid transfer ahead of world cup

An exciting new chapter is about to unfold for Ibrahima Konaté, one that will soon intertwine his path with that of Kylian Mbappé. Following the conclusion of the current World…

PSG eyes young Moroccan star Ayyoub Bouaddi in transfer race

Amid the current transfer window and the ongoing FIFA World Cup where he’s representing Morocco, the Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly turning its attention toward emerging talent Ayyoub Bouaddi. The 18-year-old…