PSG’s Warren Zaïre-Emery facing potential transfer after champions league triumph

Despite delivering a standout season, Warren Zaïre-Emery found himself on the bench during the recent Champions League final victory over Arsenal. Coach Luis Enrique opted for Achraf Hakimi on the…

Senegal opposition leader warns prime minister amid political tensions

Senegal’s Ousmane Sonko issues stern warning to new Prime Minister As political tensions rise in Senegal, opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has publicly addressed the new Prime Minister, Al Aminou Lo,…

Sonko explains pastef’s rejection of Senegal’s new cabinet

Senegal: why Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef declined cabinet roles During a press conference in Dakar on June 2, former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addressed the decision by his party, Pastef, to…

Deadly mine blast on Bamako-Kayes road leaves eight civilians dead

SECURITY INCIDENT Deadly mine blast on Bamako-Kayes road leaves eight civilians dead and 42 injured An explosive device detonated on the Bamako-Kayes highway has claimed the lives of eight civilians…

Bénin and Niger set up expert committee to reopen border in 15 days

The diplomatic thaw between Bénin and Niger has reached a decisive milestone. Following an official working visit to Niamey on June 2, 2026, by Romuald Wadagni, President of Bénin, the…

Bénin and Niger set up expert committee to reopen border in 15 days

Bénin and Niger have taken a decisive step toward strengthening bilateral ties with the establishment of a joint expert committee. The announcement follows a high-level working visit by Bénin’s President…

Zero tariff opportunity for Côte d’Ivoire exports to China

China’s bold initiative to eliminate tariffs on goods from 53 African nations—including Côte d’Ivoire—has officially taken effect, marking a watershed moment in Sino-African economic relations. Since its implementation on May…

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…

Regional diplomacy Benin’s president wadagni strengthens ties with Burkina Faso

The President of the Republic of Bénin, His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, arrived in the capital of Burkina Faso this Tuesday afternoon for a high-level diplomatic and working visit. This visit…

Bénin’s new president initiates diplomatic reset with Sahel states

The government in Cotonou has inaugurated a significant diplomatic reorientation. Immediately following his inauguration as Bénin’s head of state, President Romuald Wadagni embarked on a strategic regional tour, commencing with…

Surviving Jnim blockades in Mali amid hunger, fear and talks

West Africa surviving Jnim blockades in Mali amid hunger, fear and talks Tuesday, 2 June 2026 / The Jnim’s strategy now hinges on blockades as its primary weapon of war.…

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…