Bénin’s 42nd national tree day: empowering youth for a greener future

Bénin is intensifying its commitment to ecological restoration, particularly concerning its forested landscapes. This past Monday, June 1, 2026, the Hêkandji Public Primary School within the Tori-Bossito municipality hosted the…

European partners commit 348 million euros to bolster water security in Morocco

A significant financial agreement worth 348 million euros, roughly 3.7 billion dirhams, was formalized in Rabat this Tuesday. This major investment is dedicated to a comprehensive water program designed to…

Constitutional council examines ousmane sonko’s parliamentary eligibility

constitutional council examines ousmane sonko’s parliamentary eligibility The Constitutional Council is currently scrutinizing the parliamentary status of Ousmane Sonko, a development that has ignited significant debate within opposition circles. Lawmakers…

Cameroon martinez zogo torture video revealed in court

The high-profile trial surrounding the murder of Martinez Zogo, a prominent Cameroonian radio host whose body was discovered in January 2023 following a brutal attack, resumed on June 1, 2026,…

Mali and Burkina Faso step up joint security and diplomatic efforts amid armed threats

Strengthening cross-border security amid rising armed threats Mali and Burkina Faso are deepening their security collaboration to address escalating armed threats along their shared borders and the recent surge of…

Prime minister al aminou lo’s inaugural address signals new direction and subtle message to predecessor

During his inaugural address, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo highlighted the critical need for governmental action to be centered on the general interest. He also pointedly referenced previous consultations…

Senegal unveils new government without ousmane sonko’s pastef party

Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Amine Mohamed Lô of Senegal revealed the composition of a new 30-member government on Monday evening. Notably, the cabinet does not include representatives from the PASTEF-Les…

Gabon: clarifying the presidential power debate amid institutional shifts

In Gabon, the conversation around national sovereignty has taken a decisive turn following recent political developments. Political leader Nadia Christelle Koye has broken her silence to challenge what she identifies…

Malian civilians caught in the crossfire as JNIM alleges abuses by FAMa and Africa Corps in Niono

In a statement released on May 31, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) has openly accused the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) and their Russian allies from…

Cross-border trade disruption as Rwanda-democratic republic of Congo border closes

politicsdemocratic republic of the Congo cross-border trade disruption as Rwanda-democratic republic of Congo border closes june 2 2026 The closure of border crossings between Goma in the Democratic Republic of…

Benin’s president wadagni begins tenure with strategic Nigeria visit

Barely invested as the President of the Republic on May 24, Romuald Wadagni wasted no time in making his mark on the international stage. On Monday, June 1, the Beninese…

Senegal’s cabinet takes shape: PASTEF excluded from new government

On the evening of Monday, June 1, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lô unveiled his new government, a team comprising 30 ministers. Notably absent from this cabinet formation is…