Côte d’Ivoire: Abidjan displacements, key elections, and world cup aspirations dominate headlines

Côte d’Ivoire: Abidjan displacements, key elections, and world cup aspirations dominate headlines Abidjan’s recent events have captured the nation’s attention, with significant focus on ongoing urban demolitions, crucial electoral outcomes,…

Belgian embassy closure in Mali signals deeper diplomatic rift

The Belgian government has confirmed the definitive closure of its embassy in Bamako, marking a historic break in bilateral relations after decades of cooperation. Effective June 30, the decision underscores…

Gabon and EU advance political dialogue in Libreville

The second session of the political dialogue between Gabon and the European Union commenced on June 8, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès within Libreville’s Cité de la Démocratie. This…

Cameroon intensifies gold mining oversight as sonamines tightens grip

The National Mining Company (Sonamines) is significantly increasing its scrutiny of gold operators across Cameroon. Following a comprehensive inspection tour through the Adamaoua and East regions, key hubs for artisanal…

Real Madrid eyes Michael Olise amid Mbappé’s world cup ambitions

As the French national team prepares to depart for its Boston training camp ahead of the 2026 World Cup (June 11–July 19), whispers of a high-stakes transfer deal are gathering…

Ebola outbreak in DRC: 515 confirmed cases, 91 deaths, Ituri still hardest hit

Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC: Current situation as of June 8, 2026 The Ebola virus disease outbreak (Bundibugyo strain) continues to strain the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of…

Ebola in drc: 515 confirmed cases, 91 deaths as ituri remains outbreak epicentre

The Ebola virus disease outbreak (Bundibugyo strain) continues to spread in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. As of the latest situation update, 515 confirmed cases have been recorded since…

GCE 2026 exams postponed after leaked papers surface online

GCE 2026 exams postponed after leaked papers surface online An investigation has been launched to identify those responsible for the leak as the Ministry urges 208,761 candidates to remain composed…

Gabon initiates nationwide savings audit after PosteBank collapse

Almost nine years after PosteBank SA, a subsidiary of La Poste, collapsed in 2017 and froze lifelong savings, the Gabonese government is taking decisive action. Through an official statement from…

Gabon and european union strengthen ties in new political dialogue

Gabon and the European Union are embarking on a significant phase of their political collaboration, commencing this Monday, June 8, 2026, at the Democracy City Congress Palace in Libreville. Ahead…

Niamey hosts Mohammed VI Foundation conference on religious guidance in Africa

The Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema convened an international symposium in Niamey on June 6 and 7, under the theme “The Commandership of the Faithful and its role in…

Morocco’s HIV test shortage exposes flaws in public procurement and local production

There is something absurd about this picture. Public health facilities run out of rapid HIV tests for over a year in some cases, patients are sent home without screening, and…