Month: May 2026

Norwegian development minister visits Senegal to boost bilateral ties

Ousmane Tandja

Norwegian development minister visits Senegal to boost bilateral ties Norway’s Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, conducted an official visit to Dakar on May 3–4, 2026, to strengthen cooperation with Senegal. May 12, 2026 The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dakar welcomed Åsmund Aukrust, Norway’s Minister of International Development, for a two-day official visit to Senegal. This trip underscores the growing partnership between the two nations and highlights key areas for future collaboration. During his visit, Minister Aukrust held high-level discussions with Cheikh Niang, Senegal’s Minister of African Integration, Foreign Affairs,…

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Ivory coast president ouattara reshapes rhdp party structure

Ousmane Tandja

Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara has announced sweeping reforms within his ruling party, the Rassemblement des Houphouëtistes pour la Démocratie et la Paix (RHDP). The move aims to strengthen internal discipline and streamline the party’s operational framework. key reforms unveiled during Abidjan meeting During a high-level briefing with the party’s presidium on May 7 in Abidjan, President Ouattara outlined his vision for restructuring the RHDP. Among the proposed changes are the establishment of three new governing bodies designed to enhance transparency and accountability: a disciplinary council to handle internal party disputes…

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Paris Saint-Germain on the verge of securing fifth consecutive ligue 1 championship

Ousmane Tandja

Paris Saint-Germain is set to play its rescheduled Ligue 1 Matchday 29 fixture against its closest challenger, RC Lens, this Wednesday, May 13th. On this significant occasion, the capital club could clinch a historic fifth consecutive French championship title. Is Paris Saint-Germain poised for a remarkable double? Already securing a spot in the Champions League final for the second successive year, the squad from Parc des Princes now has the opportunity to claim its first major trophy of the season this Wednesday, May 13th. With a commanding lead in the…

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Sahel : faut-il négocier avec les djihadistes ?

Ousmane Tandja

Depuis les attaques coordonnées des 25 et 26 avril contre Bamako, Kati, Gao, Sévaré ou encore Kidal, une question longtemps taboue resurgit dans les débats sécuritaires maliens : faut-il ouvrir des discussions avec les groupes djihadistes ? Face à l’ampleur de l’offensive menée conjointement par le Jnim (Jamaat Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin), affilié à Al-Qaïda, et les rebelles touaregs du Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA), plusieurs chercheurs et observateurs estiment désormais que l’option exclusivement militaire atteint ses limites. Du nord au sud du Mali, l’offensive s’est propagée à une vitesse…

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Senegal intensifies crackdown on lgbtq+ individuals amid rising arrests

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal intensifies crackdown on lgbtq+ individuals amid rising arrests Senegal is escalating its repressive measures against homosexual individuals. A 30-year-old French national was recently apprehended in his home and remains incarcerated. More broadly, hundreds of men have been detained in recent weeks as the country tightens its stance on LGBTQ+ rights. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Red star rodez play-offs ligue 1 tv schedule and streaming details

Ousmane Tandja

The Red Star faces a critical challenge this Tuesday, May 12, as they kick off their Ligue 2 play-offs campaign against Rodez, with a potential path to Ligue 1 glory on the line. After securing the fourth spot in the regular season standings, the Parisian club must navigate a grueling two-week playoff gauntlet to earn promotion to France’s top flight. how to watch red star vs rodez play-offs match The highly anticipated showdown is set to begin at 8:30 PM local time and will be broadcast live on beIN Sports…

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Tchad: opposition faces harsh prison sentences amid shrinking freedoms

Aïcha Abdou

In Chad, the recent eight-year prison sentences handed down to eight leaders of the opposition coalition GCAP have sparked outrage among political figures. The verdict, delivered on May 8, 2026, is being widely condemned as a dangerous escalation in the suppression of dissent. Leading opposition voices warn of an alarming erosion of public freedoms, with many describing the ruling as a clear sign of the government’s growing intolerance toward political opposition. While some activists express little surprise at the outcome, others view it as a deliberate attempt to silence critics…

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Florian Thauvin speaks on Lens vs PSG showdown and international ambitions

Aïcha Abdou

This Wednesday evening at 9 p.m., league leaders Paris Saint-Germain travel to face second-placed Lens at Stade Bollaert for a rescheduled Ligue 1 fixture. During a pre-match press conference, Lens forward Florian Thauvin shared his perspective on this high-profile encounter, his physical recovery, and his hopes for the France national team. Thauvin: “We are going to play a great game of football together” Is the motivation different now compared to a month ago? What is at stake? If you cannot find the drive to play against Paris Saint-Germain, then it…

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Chad Algeria partnership boosts energy access with new power plant

Ousmane Tandja

Algeria’s Sonelgaz International delegation recently concluded a productive three-day working visit to N’Djamena, Chad, focused on advancing a key energy infrastructure project. The mission, centered on the construction of a new 50 MW thermal power plant, reflects deepening cooperation between the two nations to expand electricity access across Chad. The visit culminated in an official dinner hosted by Chad’s Minister of Water and Energy at a local hotel. The event celebrated the delegation’s progress, featuring traditional performances, a shared meal, and ceremonial cake-cutting—symbols of the strong ties uniting Chad and…

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Chad empowers 100 youth with digital responsibility skills

Ousmane Tandja

A new initiative in N’Djamena is equipping young people with vital skills to navigate the digital world responsibly. One hundred young citizens from across Chad have gathered for a specialized training workshop focused on digital citizenship and combating misinformation. why this digital literacy drive matters for Chad The program, launched under the banner of ‘Advocacy for a Safe and Inclusive Digital Space for Chadian Youth’, is a collaborative effort between the House of Africa association and the European Partnership for Democracy. Its goal is to shift social media from a…

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Mali’s security crisis: minister ismaël wague supports bandiagara after deadly attack

Ousmane Tandja

In a swift response to Mali’s deepening security crisis, a high-level government delegation, led by the Minister of State for Reconciliation, Peace and National Cohesion, General Ismaël Wagué, arrived in Bandiagara, central Mali, on May 11, 2026. The urgent mission followed a brutal terrorist assault that left multiple villages in the Bankass district, including Kori-Kori and Gomossogou, in ruins. The delegation paid official condolences to affected communities during a solemn ceremony at the regional governor’s office. As part of the government’s relief effort, they delivered essential supplies—25 tonnes of millet,…

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