Month: July 2026

Athlétisme : Le Burkina Faso domine les Championnats U18 et U20 des cinq nations

Ousmane Tandja

Les jeunes athlètes burkinabè ont réalisé de belles performances lors des Championnats U18 et U20 des Cinq Nations 2026 tenus du 25 au 26 juillet 2026 à Ouagadougou. Avec 67 médailles au total, le Burkina Faso termine à la première place devant le Bénin, la Côte d’Ivoire, le Ghana et le Togo. Zalissa Zongo fait partie des athlètes qui ont le plus brillé aux championnats d’Afrique des cinq nations. Elle a remporté près de six médailles en or dont un record national au triple saut.  « Je suis très contente…

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Mor tallah gueye quits Senegal’s fdcuic to support ousmane sonko

Ousmane Tandja

In a bold move shaking up Senegal’s political landscape, Mor Tallah Gueye, President of the Administrative Council of the FDCUIC, has tendered his resignation, aligning himself with the growing faction within the Pastef movement that remains steadfast in its support for Ousmane Sonko. « I am stepping down from my position as President of the Administrative Council of the FDCUIC », declared Mor Tallah Gueye in an official statement. His decision reflects a deep commitment to the values of sovereignty, systemic change, and the transformative vision spearheaded by Pastef. «…

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Controversial revelations about political funds received by Ousmane Sonko

Ousmane Tandja

In a recent parliamentary session, Member of Parliament Guy Marius Sagna disclosed 1.7 billion West African CFA francs received by Ousmane Sonko during his tenure as Prime Minister. These funds, Sagna emphasized, were allocated without any institutional oversight, raising serious questions about transparency in Senegal’s political finance system. Contradictions in political funding discourse While Sagna acknowledged that the legal framework allowed these disbursements, he questioned the lack of accountability surrounding these funds—particularly as they mirror the opaque financial practices reportedly used by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. According to Sagna’s statements,…

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Senegalese president’s Mali visit: bridging gaps to fight Sahel terror

Aïcha Abdou

The President of Senegal and current Chair of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is paying a critical visit to Mali today. Despite deep political differences, both nations are prioritizing regional solidarity to counter the escalating terrorist threat gripping the Sahel. 3min Elected in 2024, Bassirou Diomaye Faye made his first regional tour as Senegal’s leader with a stop in Mali, weeks after taking office. Two years later, he returns as ECOWAS Chair to Bamako, where he will meet transitional President Assimi Goïta. The agenda centers on forging…

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Maroc : pour la libération immédiate du cinéaste et rappeur marocain El Mahdi Lyoubi

Ousmane Tandja

Maroc : pour la libération immédiate du cinéaste et rappeur marocain El Mahdi Lyoubi 28/07/2026 Lettre ouverte Maroc en fr Défenseurs des droits humains Détenu depuis le 13 juillet 2026 à la suite d’une interdiction de quitter le territoire dont les motifs n’ont pas été rendus publics, le cinéaste et musicien marocain El Mahdi Lyoubi est au cœur d’une affaire qui soulève de sérieuses préoccupations pour la liberté d’expression et de création artistique au Maroc. La Fédération internationale pour les droits humains (FIDH) et l’Organisation mondiale contre la torture (OMCT), dans…

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Benin president romuald wadagni meets aliko dangote to boost economic ties

Ousmane Tandja

The Palais de la Marina in Cotonou witnessed a high-profile meeting this Tuesday, July 28, 2026, as Benin‘s President Romuald Wadagni received Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, accompanied by a delegation of top executives from the Dangote Group. The strategic gathering underscored the growing momentum in regional economic collaboration. A landmark meeting at the heart of Benin’s economic vision The late morning rendezvous at the presidential palace set the stage for discussions centered on strengthening trade and industrial partnerships between Benin and Nigeria. While official statements remain pending, the significance of…

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Gabon’s push to reduce reliance on Karpowership energy

Aïcha Abdou

Gabon is actively pursuing strategies to diminish its dependence on temporary energy solutions provided by Karpowership, the Turkish floating power plant operator that has supplied electricity to the country for years. The Gabonese government, under the leadership of President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, is now prioritizing long-term domestic energy projects to secure a stable electricity supply. Why Gabon wants to move away from Karpowership While Karpowership’s mobile power plants have played a critical role in bridging Gabon’s energy gaps, authorities argue that the arrangement lacks sustainability. The temporary nature of…

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Chad exits ICC amid criticisms of selective justice

Aïcha Abdou

In a landmark decision, the government of Chad has formally withdrawn from the International Criminal Court (ICC) after years of scrutinizing its operations. Announced through an official statement, N’Djamena cited the court’s uneven application of justice, particularly its perceived disproportionate focus on African nations as the primary reason behind this move. The withdrawal process was initiated on July 27, 2026, when Chad notified the United Nations Secretary-General—the designated depository of the Rome Statute—of its sovereign choice to leave the ICC, in strict compliance with Article 127 of the treaty. In…

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UBA secures full banking licence in France after 18 months of negotiations

Aïcha Abdou

The United Bank for Africa (UBA) is on the verge of receiving a full banking licence from France’s ACPR, marking a historic milestone for Nigeria’s largest financial institution. This regulatory breakthrough follows 18 months of meticulous negotiations, culminating in a decisive agreement between French and Nigerian authorities. The licence will transform UBA’s Paris office into a fully-fledged commercial bank, solidifying its position as the third Nigerian financial institution to achieve this status in France. Previously, UBA operated as a representative office since 2009, paving the way for today’s expansion. Diplomatic…

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Senegal’s political shift with the rise of kiiraay movement

Aïcha Abdou

has Senegal’s political landscape just shifted with kiiraay? To view this content, please enable JavaScript or try a different browser. Two years after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye assumed office, Senegal’s political arena is witnessing a transformative development. The head of state has unveiled a new political movement, Kiiraay, which carries a powerful meaning in Wolof—‘protection’ or ‘shield’—suggesting a bold step toward safeguarding the nation’s future. The official launch took place in Dakar, where hundreds of supporters gathered to witness a pivotal moment in Senegalese politics. Standing before the crowd, President…

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Gabon harnesses space technology to bridge digital divide

Ousmane Tandja

On Monday, July 27, Libreville became the epicenter of discussions shaping Gabon’s telecommunications future. With geographical barriers and technological hurdles posing significant challenges, the government is banking on satellite technology to propel its economic development. A high-level seminar, inaugurated on that day under the leadership of Minister of Digital Economy, Digitalization and Innovation Mark-Alexander Doumba, brought together top digital and defense officials to chart a course for the country’s spatial future. Among the attendees were Aboubakar Mambimba Ndjoungui, Director-General of the Gabonese Space Agency (Ageos), and Alberto Wenceslas Mounguengui Moudoki,…

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