Gabon advances digital regulation as HAC meets Meta over social media suspension

The future of social media in Gabon dominated discussions at a major digital regulation conference held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. From June 1 to 3, 2026, Germain Ngoyo Moussavou, President…

Benin’s citizen-driven budget model wins global acclaim and sets new standards

The Republic of Benin has just secured its place among the world’s elite in public finance governance. Recent findings from the Open Budget Survey have elevated the country to the…

Senegal political tensions escalate as opposition leader rejects new government

The political rift between Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has now reached its peak. During a press briefing held in Dakar on Tuesday, the former Prime Minister outlined…

Strategic return of France Gabon relations

Politics France and Gabon: A Strategic Reengagement 81 No comment Libreville, June 4, 2026 — The upcoming state visit of Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to France on July…

Massive demolitions near Niamey airport to bolster security against jihadist threats

In Kobontafa, a densely populated neighborhood bordering Niamey‘s international airport, residents are hurriedly dismantling their homes before the impending demolitions. Roofs, doors, and windows are being stripped down as authorities…

Mali and World Bank collaborate to transform national education system

The government of Mali is entering a decisive new phase of collaboration with the World Bank to fortify the national education sector. This initiative is designed to tackle the significant…

Gabonese leader warns against partisan misuse of transition mandate

In a significant break from months of silence, prominent Gabonese figure Dieudonné Minlama Mintogo has issued a strong warning to the country’s new leadership. Speaking exclusively to the press, he…

Mali announces bounties for top jihadist and rebels after deadly attacks

Iyad Ag Ghaly, a seasoned Tuareg rebel and former Malian diplomat, now leads the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an alliance formed in 2017. Most wanted…

Mali government offers rewards for top jihadist and rebel leaders

Iyad Ag Ghaly, a former Tuareg rebel and Malian diplomat, now heads the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM), a coalition formed in 2017 that has become a dominant force…

Mali junta offers bounties for top jihadist and rebel leaders

Once a Tuareg rebel and seasoned Malian diplomat, Iyad Ag Ghaly now commands the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an alliance formed in 2017 that has…

Mali offers bounties for jihadist leaders after deadly attacks

The Malian junta has escalated its fight against terrorism by placing a bounty on the heads of key jihadist figures, including the leader of the Group for Support of Islam…

Morocco’s king appoints judges to top judicial council

His Majesty the King has appointed two new members to the Supreme Council of the Judiciary, reinforcing the judicial system’s leadership. Among the appointees is Mr. Mohamed Abdennabaoui, who has…