French navy intercepts sanctioned Cameroonian-flagged oil tanker

French navy intercepts Cameroonian-flagged oil tanker under Yaoundé sanctions The French Navy has intercepted the oil tanker Deliver, a vessel illegally flying the Cameroonian flag, after it was sanctioned by…

Burkina Faso severs ties with France amid escalating diplomatic tensions

Ouagadougou has formally terminated its diplomatic relations with Paris, marking a dramatic shift in bilateral ties that have steadily deteriorated since Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s rise to power. The announcement, delivered…

Burkina Faso breaks diplomatic ties with France, Paris urges vigilance

Burkina Faso breaks diplomatic ties with France, Paris urges vigilance Burkina Faso has officially severed diplomatic relations with France, which denounced the move as “hostile and baseless” and is considering…

PSG leading race for France star Maghnes Akliouche ahead of summer

While all eyes are on the 2026 World Cup, Paris Saint-Germain is planning its summer transfer window with Gonçalo Ramos expected to pack his bags soon. Luis Campos appears to…

Niamey hosts vital training for religious leaders on intellectual immunity

In a significant development for religious affairs in the region, Niamey, the capital city of Niger, recently hosted a specialized training workshop designed for local religious cadres. This crucial session…

Gabon strengthens ties with Madagascar at independence celebrations

On June 26, in Antananarivo, Hermann Immongault, the Vice President of the Government (VPG), represented Head of State Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema at the festivities marking Madagascar’s 66th anniversary of…

Nigerian authorities apprehend boko haram and iswap commanders returning from mecca

Nigerian authorities apprehend boko haram and iswap commanders returning from mecca Nigerian security forces have successfully apprehended seven senior figures from Boko Haram and ISWAP upon their return from the…

Gabonese leaders champion private sector at second economic forum

“My aspiration is for the Federation of Gabonese Enterprises (FEG) to be recognized not just for defending businesses, but crucially, for ensuring their success.” This powerful sentiment was articulated by…

Gabon economic forum 2026: driving private sector growth and diversification

« My vision is for the Gabonese Employers’ Federation to be celebrated not just as a defender of businesses, but as a catalyst for their success. » This bold statement…

Burkina Faso’s diplomatic shift: a quest for true sovereignty or new dependencies?

On June 26, 2026, Burkina Faso declared a definitive end to its diplomatic engagement with France. Officials in Ouagadougou justified this significant decision by pointing to accusations of “neocolonialism,” perceived…

Burkina Faso junta severs diplomatic ties with France in historic move

The Burkina Faso government has taken a significant step in its relations with France. In a statement broadcast on national television on Friday, the authorities in Ouagadougou announced the immediate…

Strategic draws shaping world cup qualification in new format

The expanded 48-team World Cup format, which allows 32 teams to advance to the knockout stages, has introduced an intriguing dynamic: situations where a drawn result serves the mutual interests…