Mali Seven

Gabon and the European Union are embarking on a significant new phase of their political partnership, commencing this Monday, June 8, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès in Libreville’s Cité…

Niamey hosts Mohammed VI Foundation colloquium on religious guidance in Africa

The Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema convened a two-day international colloquium in Niamey on June 6 and 7, focusing on “The Commandership of the Faithful and its role in…

Morocco’s HIV test shortage: public procurement bypasses local producers

There is something deeply contradictory in the current situation. Public health facilities in Morocco have experienced shortages of rapid HIV tests lasting over a year in some cases. Patients are…

Salmata Sawadogo crowned Burkina Faso’s woman of the year at fourth mousso d’or awards

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – The prestigious fourth edition of the Mousso d’Or awards took place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Ouagadougou, celebrating the remarkable contributions of Burkinabè women. This…

Bénin’s transition: Talon and Wadagni’s unity demonstrated through church reconciliation

President Romuald Wadagni’s meeting on 4 June 2026 with a delegation from the Church of Celestial Christianity reveals an unexpected political dimension: a model state transition where two presidents share…

Niger-Turkey: strengthening a strategic partnership in ankara

General Abdourahamane Tiani embarked on his inaugural official visit outside Africa since assuming leadership in July 2023, choosing Turkey as his destination. Concluding on June 5, 2026, this landmark trip…

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Niger secures Turkish arms supply ahead of payment amid strategic barter deal

The recent state visit of General Abdourahamane Tchiani to Ankara has laid bare an unconventional arms procurement arrangement between Niamey and Ankara. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has approved the immediate…

Burkina Faso and Mali women’s teams share draws in can 2026 warm-up

The Burkina Faso women’s national football team completed another round of friendly matches ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). After a goalless draw (0-0), the Stallions…

Peaceful protest in Kinshasa marks democratic milestone

The political history of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has often followed a grim and predictable pattern: every call for protest brings tear gas, gunfire, and looting to Kinshasa.…

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Ousmane Sonko calls for end to insults and mockery within PASTEF at Dakar congress

Ousmane Sonko used the PASTEF congress at Dakar Arena to mark the end of unruly behaviour and to steer his movement towards a profound reinvention of its militant mindset. The…

Chad’s 2026 baccalaureate: over 106,000 candidates prepare for crucial exams