Togo strengthens ties with Russia and Africa Corps to counter Sahel threats

Lomé is quietly reshaping its security strategy by deepening cooperation with Moscow and Ankara, while welcoming Russian military presence. The move reflects growing concerns over jihadist expansion in West Africa.…

African leaders map out strategy to harness critical minerals worth $29.5 trillion

Leaders from Africa’s key mineral-rich nations gathered in Abidjan to chart a bold new path for the continent’s vast mineral wealth—valued at a staggering $29.5 trillion. The focus? Turning these…

Africa pushes for local control of critical minerals worth $29.5 trillion

Ministers and development partners from Africa’s critical mineral-rich nations convened in Abidjan to chart a bold new course for the continent’s vast underground wealth. The gathering underscored a unified vision:…

New Benin ambassadors present credentials to president in Cotonou

New diplomats present credentials in Benin’s capital Thirteen newly accredited ambassadors to Benin were formally received by President Romuald Wadagni at the Marina Palace in Cotonou on July 10, 2026.…

Benin strengthens global ties as 13 new ambassadors present credentials

Benin strengthens global ties as 13 new ambassadors present credentials Cotonou witnessed a significant diplomatic event this Friday, July 10, 2026, as thirteen newly accredited ambassadors formally presented their letters…

Centrafrican journalist denied asylum in France after exposing Wagner’s operations

Centrafrican journalist denied asylum in France after exposing Wagner’s operations A Centrafrican journalist who exposed the activities of the Wagner Group faces deportation after his asylum request was denied in…

Centrafrican journalist denied asylum in France after exposing Wagner’s operations

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the human rights and journalism communities, Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo, a Central African investigative reporter, has been denied asylum in France. The decision comes…

Bénin: François Silibi fait son entrée au parlement en remplacement remplace de Louis Vlavonou

Bénin Bénin: François Silibi fait son entrée au parlement en remplacement remplace de Louis Vlavonou François Silibi a officiellement fait son entrée à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi 10 juillet 2026.…

Anthony Da Silva outlines bold vision for Mali’s national football team

Malian football fans get first glimpse of Anthony Da Silva’s blueprint for the Aigles Just over a month after officially taking charge, Anthony Da Silva stepped into the spotlight on…

Massive ambush strikes malian convoy near Tabankort in northern Mali

Yesterday, fierce fighting erupted in Tin Araban, close to Tabankort, as a large military convoy from the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) and their Russian-affiliated Africa Corps allies clashed with a…

Ousmane sonko mourns the passing of revered religious leader serigne abdou bakhi mbacké

ousmane sonko mourns the passing of revered religious leader serigne abdou bakhi mbacké Ousmane Sonko has conveyed his profound grief following the demise of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, who passed…

Senegal mouride community mourns loss of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké

Senegal mouride community mourns loss of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké The Senegalese mourning the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, a revered religious leader from Guinguinéo, has left the nation…