Senegal former leader meets successor ahead of un leadership bid

The political landscape of Senegal is set for a significant moment this Friday, July 17, 2026, as former president Macky Sall prepares to arrive in Dakar for a short meeting…

French prime minister’s debut foreign trips focus on qatar and Morocco

Fresh from his appointment as Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu has embarked on his first official overseas mission this week, prioritizing two key diplomatic destinations: Doha and Rabat. The unprecedented foreign…

Congo’s strategic minerals fuel industrial ambitions amid global demand

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has rapidly emerged as a critical link in the global supply chains for essential minerals. With vast reserves of cobalt, copper, lithium, coltan,…

Cameroon’s 292 billion fcfa african development bank funding hangs in the balance

A significant financial risk has emerged for Cameroon, following a joint portfolio review held in Yaoundé on July 14, 2026, between the Cameroonian government and the African Development Bank (AfDB).…

Democratic Republic of Congo begins review of 2027-2030 military programming law

Democratic Republic of Congo begins review of 2027-2030 military programming law National Assembly Politics Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 07:52 The Democratic Republic of Congo’s National Assembly has launched the…

Cameroon’s government launches crackdown on illicit gold trade

Economie Cameroon’s government launches crackdown on illicit gold trade On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, a crucial working session took place at the Ministry of Commerce conference room, marking a significant…

Hidden lives and rising fears: lgbtq+ people in Senegal seek refuge abroad

World • Senegal In Senegal, being LGBTQ+ now means living in hiding or fleeing: the surge in calls for help to France Isolation, fear, and relentless persecution have forced many…

Mali Algeria thaw diplomacy hinges on political not military solutions

The resumption of diplomatic relations between Bamako and Algiers has sent ripples across the Sahel. After more than a year of escalating tensions, Mali and Algeria announced the restoration of…

Gabon urges global reform for climate finance access in New York

During the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) in New York, the African Union’s Permanent Mission hosted the unveiling of a joint OECD-OIF/IFDD report focusing on access to green financing. Addressing a…

N’Djamena hosts key water summit amid Africa’s growing water crisis

N’Djamena has been chosen to host the African Water Forum, an initiative jointly organized by the Chadian government and the World Bank under the Water Forward program. Over two days,…

Gabon’s employment paradox: why young people struggle to find work amidst skill shortages

A striking paradox undermines Gabon’s labor market: despite one in three active young people being unemployed, numerous sectors struggle to find the skilled workforce they desperately need. This challenging situation,…

Former senegalese president macky sall returns to Dakar for critical un bid talks

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall is set to make his first return to Senegal on Friday, July 17, since stepping down from power in April 2024. This significant visit, a…