The Beninese Senate has inaugurated its first Bureau, a significant milestone in the establishment of this constitutional institution. The election of its leadership took place this Thursday, August 6, 2026,…
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Ryanair expands winter routes with 17 new flights to Morocco
Ryanair expands winter routes with 17 new flights to Morocco Ryanair is set to launch its most ambitious winter program yet in Morocco, adding 17 new routes—seven of which will…
Sénégal regain of donor confidence under scrutiny as aldiouma sow criticises sonko’s approach
The return of international donors to Sénégal has sparked sharp reactions from political circles, with Aldiouma Sow, a key advisor to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, delivering a scathing critique of…
Niger recovers 74 billion FCFA in anti-corruption drive in Niamey
In Niamey, the tide has turned against financial misconduct and debt defaulters in Niger. On August 5, 2026, a high-profile meeting unfolded in the presidential palace, where the Supreme Council’s…
Senegal assembly gears up for landmark legislative session
Senegal assembly gears up for landmark legislative session The National Assembly Bureau has finalized an intense agenda for the upcoming extraordinary session, featuring two draft laws, three legislative proposals, and…
Canada opens historic embassy in Cotonou to boost Bénin ties
Africa Canada opens historic embassy in Cotonou to boost Bénin ties The opening of Canada’s first embassy in Cotonou marks a landmark moment in bilateral relations with Bénin, bringing together…
Burkina Faso suspends wheat flour imports to boost local production
The transitional government of Burkina Faso has taken a bold economic sovereignty step by suspending all imports of wheat flour, semolina, and couscous. This decisive move aligns with the newly…
Uranium sale in Niger raises financial and governance concerns
The Nigerien uranium sector is once again under scrutiny following the revelation of an opaque transaction involving a substantial stockpile of yellowcake. According to insiders, the 300-tonne reserve owned by…
Niger’s security dilemma: general Tiani’s ideological challenge
Two years after seizing power from democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum, ostensibly to restore national security, General Abdourahamane Tiani faces a reality that undermines the foundational narrative of his regime.…
World bank grants 340 billion cfa francs to Senegal for economic resilience
The World Bank has approved a financial package of 340 billion CFA francs for Senegal, as confirmed by the Presidency in Dakar. This decision comes amid ongoing negotiations between the…
Benin canada partnership boosts women’s digital economy and resilience
When high-level delegations meet, economic agreements often steal the spotlight. Yet the recent visit by Canadian Minister Anita Anand to Cotonou on August 5th carried a quieter but equally transformative…
Togo strengthens judiciary with 28 new judges in civil and military courts
Togo’s judicial system receives a major boost with fresh appointments Togo has taken a decisive step toward modernizing its judicial infrastructure. In a recent executive session held in Lomé, officials…