Category: A la Une
Gabon’s industrial future cemented by significant Moroccan investment
On May 20, 2026, a pivotal investment agreement was formally established at the Palais Rénovation in Libreville. Anas Sefrioui, the chairman and CEO of Ciments de l’Afrique (CIMAF), and Brice
Read MoreBénin’s new president embarks on diplomatic outreach to Sahel states
Cotonou has initiated a significant diplomatic pivot. Immediately following his inauguration as Bénin’s head of state, President Romuald Wadagni commenced a strategic regional tour, beginning with Niamey and Ouagadougou. The
Read MoreBenin’s 42nd national tree day: empowering youth for ecological restoration
Benin is significantly accelerating its policy for the restoration of forest landscapes. On Monday, June 1, 2026, the Hêkandji Public Primary School, situated in the commune of Tori-Bossito, hosted the
Read MoreMali and Burkina Faso step up security and diplomacy amid armed threats
The governments of Mali and Burkina Faso are deepening their security collaboration as armed groups intensify threats along their shared border, while a fresh wave of Burkinabè refugees seeks shelter
Read MoreBenin’s new president initiates strategic diplomatic outreach to Nigeria
Just days after assuming the presidency on May 24, Romuald Wadagni swiftly made his mark on the international stage. On Monday, June 1, the Beninese head of state embarked on
Read MoreSenegal’s new cabinet takes shape amid Pastef’s non-participation
Senegal’s new cabinet takes shape amid Pastef’s non-participation On Monday, June 1st, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially unveiled a new government. Notably absent from this cabinet are members of
Read MoreMoody’s downgrades Mali’s economic outlook amid rising challenges
Mali’s economic outlook darkens as Moody’s shifts the country’s sovereign credit rating outlook from stable to negative, while maintaining the Caa2 rating. This adjustment reflects escalating security threats, tightening financing
Read MoreTogo scraps sms exam results to end financial exploitation
For years, Togo’s education system operated a lucrative scheme that drained resources from households across the country. With the abrupt termination of exam result delivery via SMS, the newly appointed
Read MoreNiamey’s forced displacement: 26,000 citizens face destitution
The capital city of Niamey is currently gripped by profound public outcry following the declaration of an extensive displacement operation set to affect 26,000 residents. The transitional administration, under the
Read MoreBurkina Faso: internal purges and the escalating crisis within traoré’s regime
The transitional administration in Burkina Faso, under the command of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, appears to have reached a critical juncture. Once celebrated by his proponents as a transformative leader, the
Read MoreRevue de presse Afrique – À la Une: rétrécissement médiatique et personnalisation du pouvoir au Mali
Revue de presse Afrique À la Une: rétrécissement médiatique et personnalisation du pouvoir au Mali Publié le : 01/06/2026 – 10:07 Écouter – 04:17 Publicité « Iran, Gaza, Russie, Venezuela, ou
Read MorePanafricanism and legal challenges of Kemi Seba in Pretoria prison
From the confines of a high-security cell in Pretoria Prison, Kemi Seba continues to shape his political narrative. In a recent statement disseminated through his official channels, the self-proclaimed panafricanist
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