Melbet scandal: hidden financial ties between cyprus, Senegal and Russia

Melbet scandal: hidden financial ties between cyprus, Senegal and Russia A complex financial web linking Cyprus, Senegal and Russia has been uncovered following investigations into the Melbet betting platform. The…

Togo: former defence minister’s hunger strike exposes regime tensions

In a dramatic turn of events, a once-powerful figure in Togo’s political landscape has resorted to a hunger strike to protest her detention, transforming a legal matter into a national…

How Senegal’s sufi brotherhoods shape modern politics

Religious influence meets political ambition in Senegal In a secular Senegal profoundly shaped by Sufi brotherhoods, faith and politics often intertwine. The historical figures of Senegalese Islam are now being…

Olympique lyonnais faces sparta prague in champions league qualifiers

L’Olympique Lyonnais (OL) faces a crucial test tonight as they kick off their Champions League campaign in the third qualifying round. After finishing fourth in Ligue 1 last May, the…

Togolese gospel artist Noélie Elykem tears passport on TikTok

A live TikTok session featuring gospel artist Noélie Elykem shredding her passport has sparked intense debate across Togo and beyond. While the dramatic act unfolded thousands of miles away in…

Togo: detained ex-minister Marguerite Gnakadé enters hunger strike

Since July 27, 2026, Togo’s former defense minister has refused all food in protest against the harsh conditions of her imprisonment. Almost a year after her arrest for criticizing President…

Chad’s opposition struggles against mahamat idriss déby itno’s repression and divisions

Chad’s political landscape under Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno Since assuming power in April 2021, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has faced mounting pressure from both domestic and international observers over his…

Gabon Paris economic deals await concrete outcomes

Economy Gabon’s Paris visit: economic promises now face implementation By Editor-in-chief August 4, 2026 128 No comment Libreville, August 4, 2026 – President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s state visit to…

Gabonese president’s visit to Côte d’Ivoire strengthens west african ties

African Politics Gabonese President’s visit to Côte d’Ivoire underscores regional cooperation 52 No comment Libreville, August 4, 2026 — Gabon’s President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, accompanied by First Lady Zita…

Burkina Faso’s justification strategy over rsf allegations

Government defends rapid communication unit amid growing scrutiny Burkina Faso’s authorities appear to rely more on justification than transparency when addressing criticism. During a public address at the flag-raising ceremony…

Lyon faces Sparta Prague in crucial Champions League qualifier

Olympique Lyonnais kick off their European campaign this evening as they travel to face Sparta Prague in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round. The Groupama…

Gabon’s state visit to Sierra Leone strengthens economic ties

The state visit to Freetown by Gabon’s leadership underscores a strategic push to deepen diplomatic and economic influence across West Africa. Multiple cooperation agreements are set to be finalized, reviving…