Goma, a bustling commercial hub in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), is facing severe economic disruptions following the closure of its border with Rwanda. Once a thriving artery…
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Military regimes tighten grip on civic space in west african alliance
The arrest of influential cleric Mohamed Ishaq Kindo and the suspension of Burkina Faso’s main student union highlight a growing crackdown under the country’s military leadership. This week’s events reveal…
Regional diplomacy President Romuald Wadagni strengthens ties with Burkina Faso
The President of the Republic of Bénin, His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, arrived in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, Tuesday afternoon for an official friendship and strategic working visit. This…
Gabonese leader confirms official France visit in july 2026
Gabon’s President, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has announced his upcoming official visit to France on July 20, 2026, during an interview. While specific details remain undisclosed, this trip is expected…
Panafricanism takes center stage at Dakar’s 85th union parliamentary session
Dakar, Senegal — The 85th session of the African Parliamentary Union Executive Committee is set to kick off in Dakar on June 3 and 4, 2026, drawing high-level parliamentary delegations…
Benin Nigeria strengthen ties with romuald wadagni’s historic visit
Bénin’s fresh leadership meets Nigeria’s top officials in Lagos Nigeria rolled out the red carpet for Bénin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni on June 1, marking his first international visit…
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…
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…
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…
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…