The African advantage: A new report explores the transformation of African football at the 2026 World Cup
As African football reaches unprecedented heights at the FIFA World Cup 2026, a new report argues that the continent's success extends far beyond...
Ivory Coast: Laurent Gbagbo reconfirmed as leader of his party at nearly 81
Former Ivorian president (2000–2011) and current opposition figure Laurent Gbagbo has been reconfirmed as head of his political party on Friday, despite previously...
Morocco and Syria restore diplomatic ties as embassy reopens in rabat
Syria officially reopened its embassy in Morocco on May 14, 2026, marking a significant diplomatic reset between Rabat and Damascus after 14 years...
Senegal: The public treasury, hackers’ third target in six months
Senegal has this week been hit by a third cyberattack targeting a public institution in less than six months, highlighting growing concerns over...
Niger: Over one million people displaced amid rising insecurity, says UNHCR
More than one million people are currently forcibly displaced in Niger, according to figures released this week by the United Nations High Commissioner...
Nigeria: Former energy minister Saleh Mamman sentenced to 75 Years
A Nigerian court on May 13 sentenced former Energy Minister Saleh Mamman to 75 years in prison for embezzling and laundering more than...
Niger: Massive Eviction Operation Planned Around Niamey International Airport
In Niamey, a large-scale eviction operation is set to take place around the city’s international airport. Scheduled to begin before the end of...
Burkina Faso junta suspends nearly 1,000 associations over “Terrorism Financing” allegations
The military junta in Burkina Faso suspended 247 associations on Tuesday, May 12, for what authorities described as the “failure to renew their...
Hunger strike in Togo: 13 political detainees demand release despite court order
In Lomé, thirteen inmates held at the civil prison have reportedly begun a hunger strike, according to information from Radio France Internationale (RFI)....
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Ivory Coast: Laurent Gbagbo reconfirmed as leader of his party at nearly 81
Former Ivorian president (2000–2011) and current opposition figure Laurent Gbagbo has been reconfirmed as head of his political party on Friday, despite previously...
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