Shadows over the Congo river: how spies shaped power in Kinshasa

the invisible hand behind Congo’s power struggles From 1960 to 1997, the Democratic Republic of the Congo did not see power transitions unfold in parliament or through elections. Instead, it

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Cameroun political party urges clarity on president’s prolonged absence

Political party calls for urgent measures amid president’s extended absence from Cameroon In a bold move to address the prolonged absence of President Paul Biya from Cameroon, the Union démocratique

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Mali jihadist attacks surge in Mopti region amid security crisis

The central region of Mali once again became the epicenter of coordinated violence on Sunday, July 19, as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) executed a

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Bénin advances public sector careers: 1,110 civil servants promoted to 12th grade

In a decisive move to address long-standing administrative bottlenecks, the Bénin government has approved the promotion of over 1,100 civil servants to the 12th grade level. This administrative and financial

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Benin’s bold leap to global luxury with kanvo and indigo textiles

In a dazzling showcase of cultural ambition and economic foresight, Cotonou’s Sofitel Marina Hotel played host to the inaugural Nuit du Kanvo et de l’Indigo on the evening of July

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Gabon France high stakes diplomacy reshapes bilateral ties

Politics Gabon and France forge new partnership during landmark state visit 80 Paris, July 20, 2026 – When President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema arrived in France for a three-day state

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Benin and world bank unveil 10-year plan to boost jobs and human capital

Benin and World Bank launch decade-long initiative for jobs and human capital A groundbreaking partnership between Benin and the World Bank Group (WBG) was unveiled on Friday, July 17, in

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Gabon’s president wins international political courage award

Politics Gabon’s president wins international political courage award Editorial Team July 20, 2026 119 No comment Libreville, July 20, 2026 – The 2026 Political Courage Prize awarded to Gabonese President

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Ousmane Sonko’s political rally in Thiès: what to expect from the rail capital

Thiès is making final preparations to welcome Ousmane Sonko this Sunday, with local Pastef leaders mobilizing to orchestrate a memorable welcome as part of the ongoing membership drive. Ousmane Sonko’s

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Félix Tshisekedi cancels New York trip amid Congo’s evolving political landscape

Félix Tshisekedi cancels New York trip amid Congo’s evolving political landscape Félix Tshisekedi in a SADC-EAC videoconference Politics Monday, July 20, 2026 – 13:08 Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix

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Togo facing scrutiny over foreign military presence

In any functioning democracy, matters of national defense are often shrouded in a degree of confidentiality. Military operations, intelligence activities, and strategic partnerships are rarely disclosed in full public view.

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Inside look at ousmane sonko’s legislative agenda at Senegal’s national assembly

The National Assembly is gearing up for a pivotal legislative session, with a sharp focus on key institutional reforms and accountability measures. At the heart of this agenda lies a

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