Month: May 2026

The National Bureau of Land Freight of Chad (BNFT), along with freight authorities in Cameroon and the Central African Republic, formalized a landmark digitalization pact on May 12, aiming to transform Central African trade corridors by 2030. This groundbreaking agreement is designed to overhaul cross-border goods transport and transit, streamlining commercial exchanges across the subregion. By implementing advanced digital systems, the three nations seek to create a more efficient, secure, and transparent framework for managing transit procedures. Saleh Youssouf Erda, BNFT’s Director General, emphasized the transformative potential of this initiative…

From May 12 to 15, 2026, Abidjan will host the 7th Annual General Assembly of ID4Africa at the Port-Bouët Exhibition Park. The gathering centers on the theme “Digital Identity: From Public Digital Infrastructure to Public Digital Ecosystems.” This flagship pan-African event unites policymakers, technical experts, private sector innovators, and international institution representatives. The official opening session took place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, under the leadership of Côte d’Ivoire’s Vice President, Tiémoko Meyliet Koné. Over four days, discussions will focus on critical aspects of secure population identification, digital public service…

Bénin’s leaders pitch industrial transformation and investment potential in Nairobi The Director-General of SIPI-BENIN S.A, Létondji Beheton, and the CEO of CDC Bénin, Maryse Lokossou, recently presented the country’s industrial and financial strategy to international investors at the Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect event in Nairobi, Kenya. The forum, backed by key financial institutions, served as a platform to highlight investment prospects in Bénin, emphasizing local value addition, industrialization, and long-term capital mobilization. During the panel discussions, both leaders outlined Bénin’s vision for economic transformation, centered on leveraging its…

Mali’s strategic setback as Kidal falls despite Russian support April 26, 2026, has been etched into Mali’s military history as a day of profound failure. The city of Kidal, long hailed by Bamako as a cornerstone of its regained authority, was overrun by rebel forces in a stunning reversal. Yet the most alarming aspect of this defeat wasn’t the military loss itself—it was the conduct of Russia’s Africa Corps, the successor to the infamous Wagner Group. As the battle raged, their priority was not defending the city, but securing their…

The Paris Saint-Germain has confirmed the highly anticipated Champions League final between the club and Arsenal FC will be broadcast live at the Parc des Princes on May 30th. The announcement came as supporters eagerly await the chance to witness football’s biggest stage in the heart of Paris. The club’s official statement described the iconic stadium as “a place where unforgettable moments are forged, where the city’s passion for football reaches its peak”. With the match set to unfold in Budapest, PSG is determined to bring the same intensity and…

Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app In a significant move, authorities in Burkina Faso have taken action against numerous civil society organizations, suspending 811 associations for allegedly failing to renew their governing bodies and dissolving an additional 118 since mid-April. This decision, effective May 12, 2026, is justified by the junta as adhering to “existing legal provisions,” though further specific details were not provided. A lire : La fabrique d’une icône : comment Ibrahim Traoré veut imprimer sa marque à la tête de l’AES The affected associations operate across vital…

Boko Haram under pressure as joint military strikes force group to retreat from Lake Chad Fighters from the jihadist group Boko Haram have fled several of their strongholds on the shores of Lake Chad following a coordinated wave of airstrikes and ground operations led by Chad, Nigeria and Niger. Local testimonies and a security source from Nigeria confirm the exodus of militants from remote islands that had long served as operational bases for the group. airstrikes target long-standing jihadist hideouts Since Friday, the Chadian army has conducted precision strikes against…