Day: July 10, 2026

ousmane sonko mourns the passing of serigne abdou bakhi mbacké Ousmane Sonko conveyed his profound sorrow following the demise of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, who passed away on July 9, 2026. The President of the National Assembly paid heartfelt homage to the respected religious leader, emphasizing the warmth of his welcome and the exceptional human qualities that characterized their many interactions. The President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, expressed his deep condolences after the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the esteemed Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in…

The Constitutional Council of Senegal delivered a landmark ruling on Thursday, July 9, 2026, striking down a sweeping constitutional amendment bill that had cleared the National Assembly just days earlier. In an unprecedented move, the seven-member bench—commonly referred to as the “Wise Ones”—found that the legislative process leading to the adoption of Law No. 18/2026 violated the nation’s foundational legal framework. The decision has laid bare deep procedural fissures at the heart of the Senegalese state while underscoring the court’s pivotal role as a guardian of constitutional integrity. Presidential intervention…

The Armed Forces of Benin (FAB) executed a high-stakes operation in early July near the town of Kouandé, delivering a decisive blow to terror cells operating in the region. The mission resulted in the neutralization of six jihadists and the confiscation of a substantial cache of military-grade weapons, underscoring Cotonou’s unwavering commitment to defending its northern borders amid escalating threats. Chasing a deadly trail: the operation unfolds Intelligence reports of suspicious movements prompted a meticulous reconnaissance mission. Tracking a heavily armed convoy of approximately ten militants, Beninese commandos pursued the…

The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated to investors, kicked off in Abidjan on July 9, 2026, under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. The event took place at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire, drawing over 700 investors from partner nations eager to explore opportunities in Côte d’Ivoire. The Prime Minister highlighted the significance of the gathering, framing it as a pivotal moment to mobilize private investments essential for achieving ambitious development goals. Addressing a room filled with business leaders, investors, and private…

The second day of the Consultative Group for Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030, focused on investors, was officially inaugurated on July 9, 2026, at the Sofitel Hotel Ivoire in Abidjan. The session was led by Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé, who emphasized the critical role of private sector participation in driving economic transformation. Uniting global investors around Côte d’Ivoire’s growth vision Prime Minister Mambé highlighted the significance of the event, stating, “This marks a pivotal moment in our collective journey to mobilize private investment and unlock the full…

Abidjan hosts pivotal investor forum for Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 development blueprint The second day of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group focused on investors kicked off in Abidjan, with Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé leading the high-profile gathering at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire on July 9, 2026. Robert Beugré Mambé opened the session by emphasizing the critical role of private investment in driving the country’s ambitious economic transformation. “This marks a significant milestone in our consultative framework, centered on fostering investment, entrepreneurship, and value creation,” he stated.…

Abidjan, July 9, 2026 — The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated to investors, kicked off today at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. The session, focused on mobilizing private investment to drive Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitious growth agenda, drew over 700 investors from partner nations. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister emphasized the critical role of the private sector in transforming the Ivorian economy into a more competitive and job-creating powerhouse. Strategic dialogue for economic…

Côte d’Ivoire’s economic future hinges on private sector engagement The second day of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated exclusively to investors, kicked off on July 9, 2026, at the Abidjan Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire. Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé led the session, emphasizing the critical role of private investment in turning the country’s ambitious development vision into reality. « Today marks another milestone in our collective effort to harness investment, entrepreneurship, and value creation as key drivers of sustainable growth, » declared the Prime Minister. «…