Mali president’s prolonged absence sparks ceo uncertainty in ECOWAS

For over two months, the political landscape of Mali has been unsettled due to the extended absence of the Head of State, leaving many to question the stability of the…

Benin’s tourism boom draws west african visitors to Cotonou

Cotonou is rapidly emerging as a top regional destination, thanks to a bold decade-long strategy that injected nearly €2 billion into culture, heritage preservation, and luxury hospitality. Once overshadowed by…

Bénin’s passport ranks second in Africa for continental mobility

Few documents symbolize a nation’s commitment to openness and regional integration as powerfully as a passport. In Benin’s case, its travel document has not only gained prominence but has also…

Niger prime minister oversees Kafra south-east 1 drilling launch in Agadez

Niger prime minister oversees Kafra south-east 1 drilling launch in Agadez In a significant demonstration of regional cooperation, the Prime Minister of Niger, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Agadez this…

Algeria and Niger launch Kafra South oil exploration project

In a landmark move to strengthen energy ties between Algeria and Niger, officials have officially launched the drilling of the Kafra Sud-Est 1 oil exploration well. The historic event, which…

Celta Vigo’s season opener at risk as LaLiga inspects fungal outbreak on pitch

The highly anticipated season opener for Celta Vigo in LaLiga is hanging in the balance after an unexpected fungal outbreak surfaced on the pitch at Estadio de Balaídos. Authorities from…

LaLiga match postponed due to pitch damage at Celta Vigo

The Spanish football league has officially announced the postponement of the highly anticipated clash between Celta Vigo and Osasuna, originally scheduled for Sunday evening at 21:30 CET. This decision comes…

Tobacco tax reforms vital for public health in Cameroon

Mbankomo workshop explores fiscal solutions to reduce tobacco harm Mbankomo — Over three intensive days, policymakers, health officials, and civil society representatives gathered not to discuss hospital construction or drug…

Diplomatic thaw between Mali and Algeria gains momentum

diplomatic thaw between Mali and Algeria gains momentum Tensions flared between Bamako and Algiers in April 2025 after Malian authorities shot down an Algerian drone they claimed had violated national…

Morocco tightens border control in ceuta amid rising migration

Morocco has pledged to implement all necessary measures to address the escalating migration crisis unfolding at the border of Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the North African coast. As tensions…

Us ambassador to Gabon keith heffern nomination advances in senate

Diplomacy U.S. Ambassador to Gabon: Keith Heffern’s Nomination Gains Momentum in Washington Staff Report August 13, 2026 116 views No comments Libreville, August 13, 2026 — The nomination of career…

New headquarters of West Africa’s anti-money laundering body opens in Abidjan

The economic hub of West Africa welcomed a milestone event today as Adama Coulibaly, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Economy, Finance and Budget, officially inaugurated the new headquarters of the Intergovernmental…