Folarin Balogun’s summer exit from Monaco gains momentum as Premier League clubs circle

Folarin Balogun poised for Premier League move after Monaco sets firm transfer price Folarin Balogun, the standout striker of the United States men’s national team, is edging closer to a…

Niger three years after russian alignment, insecurity deepens further

Three years after the military junta in Niger forged a strategic partnership with Russia in July 2023, the country continues to grapple with an escalating jihadist insurgency. Despite the stated…

Ebola outbreak in democratic republic of Congo: rising toll and slow response

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s National Institute of Public Health has confirmed 1,003 Ebola cases, including 254 fatalities, translating to a mortality rate of 25.3%. Nearly all reported cases—91.3%—and 80.7%…

Togo advances sustainable aviation fuel with new storage and supply deals

Togo accelerates aviation energy transition with durable fuel initiatives Togo is advancing its aviation modernization agenda through two landmark agreements designed to bolster the sector’s energy transition and strengthen fuel…

Mauritania seeks Gabon’s backing for OIF leadership bid

Recent high-level discussions between Gabon and Mauritania have underscored the deepening ties between the two nations, with Libreville reaffirming its strong support for Nouakchott’s candidacy to lead the International Organisation…

Sonko denies ultimatum to senegalese president amid constitutional reform talks

In a decisive response to escalating political rumors, Ousmane Sonko, Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, has categorically refuted claims of issuing an ultimatum to the President of the Republic. Addressing…

Gabon’s democracy needs stronger political debate to thrive

Since the dawn of multiparty democracy following the landmark 1990 national conference, Gabon’s political landscape has thrived on vigorous debates. While these exchanges have sometimes been turbulent, they have undeniably…

DR Congo and Burundi strengthen security and health ties amid regional challenges

On Monday, June 22, 2026, President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo of the Democratic Republic of the Congo hosted a high-level meeting with Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye at the African Union City…

Mauritania seeks Gabon’s backing for OIF leadership role

The Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, Messouda Bahama Mohamed Laghdaf, arrived in Libreville on an official mission to present Mauritania’s candidacy for the…

Senegal’s political tensions: Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko at a crossroads

Appels sur l’actualité From Dakar: Senegal’s shifting political landscape The brief alliance between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko lasted barely two years. With the president sidelining his former prime…

Burkina Faso faces european scrutiny over governance and rights

The Burkinabè transitional authorities, emerging from the September 2022 coup d’état, have reportedly opted for confrontation rather than transparency after facing criticism from a resolution passed by the European Parliament…

Atlético de madrid threatens legal action over julian alvarez transfer saga

The transfer saga surrounding Julian Alvarez has intensified, with the Atlético Madrid signaling their intent to take legal recourse against FC Barcelona. The Argentine striker, whose contract with Atlético expires…