Morocco-eu water initiative tackles climate challenges with 3.7 billion dirham fund

economy Morocco and EU launch €348 million water partnership to combat climate change A landmark collaboration between Morocco and the European Union is set to transform the North African kingdom’s…

Senegal political split leaves students divided

In Senegal, the political fracture between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko continues to spark debate, particularly among the nation’s youth. Many students are struggling to…

Benin’s patient diplomacy: a path to Sahel reconciliation

Following the July 2023 coup in Niger and the subsequent imposition of stringent regional sanctions, the relationship between Cotonou and Niamey endured a profound crisis. This period was characterized by…

Senegal government formation: Ousmane Sonko addresses media after cabinet reshuffle

Following the announcement of Senegal’s freshly appointed cabinet, political tensions took center stage as opposition leader Ousmane Sonko convened a press briefing to share his perspective on the government formation…

Goma economic crisis deepens as Rwanda border remains closed

The suspension of passage at the border crossings between Goma, in the eastern République démocratique du Congo, and Gisenyi, Rwanda, is fueling significant anxiety among the local population. From street…

Bénin’s president Wadagni kicks off diplomatic tour in Nigeria

Just a week after taking office, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni embarked on his first official international trip to Nigeria, the West African giant and Benin’s leading trade partner. On June…

Civic space under threat in Burkina Faso and allies

civic space under threat in Burkina Faso and allies The arrest of imam Mohamed Ishaq Kindo and the suspension of Burkina Faso’s largest student union highlight growing repression under military…

Benin president romuald wadagni’s official visit to Burkina Faso

President Romuald Wadagni of the Republic of Benin landed in Ouagadougou on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, commencing a pivotal friendship and working visit to Burkina Faso. This…

Ousmane Sonko to address press amid political tensions in Senegal

Ousmane Sonko, Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly and leader of the opposition party Pastef, has called for a press conference scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, at 5:00 PM GMT. The…

85th UPA session: Ousmane Sonko advocates for a united and sovereign Africa

85th UPA session: Ousmane Sonko advocates for a united and sovereign Africa The leader of the National Assembly of Sénégal, Ousmane Sonko, has extended a formal welcome to delegations from…

Gabon’s president to visit France in july 2026 for key bilateral talks

President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of Gabon has confirmed he will undertake an official visit to France on July 20, 2026, marking a significant step in the evolving diplomatic ties…

Senegal hosts historic 85th african parliamentary union session under sonko’s leadership

The Senegalese capital, Dakar, is set to host a landmark gathering from June 3 to 4, 2026, as the 85th Executive Committee Session of the African Parliamentary Union unfolds. With…