Month: July 2026

France and Morocco deepen ties with potential treaty and royal visit

Aïcha Abdou

France and Morocco deepen ties with potential treaty and royal visit 20 Minutes avec AFP jeu. 16 juillet 2026 à 12:47 PM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. warming relations – The French Prime Minister indicates a potential partnership could lead to a royal visit to France and the signing of an unprecedented ‘treaty of friendship’ Diplomatic ties between France and Morocco have significantly warmed in recent years, as evidenced by French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s official visit to Rabat. Plans for a state…

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France Morocco relations warming up with new treaty talks

Aïcha Abdou

High-level diplomatic discussions between France and Morocco have reached a pivotal moment, with French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu confirming plans to elevate bilateral relations during his official visit to Rabat. The discussions, which included a meeting with Morocco’s Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, are set to pave the way for a historic friendship treaty and a potential state visit by King Mohammed VI to Paris. The thaw in relations follows years of diplomatic tension, marked by visa disputes and espionage allegations. A key turning point came in mid-2024 when France openly…

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L’IA au service du terrorisme : comment Boko Haram réduit ses effectifs grâce aux chatbots

Aïcha Abdou

L’IA au service du terrorisme : comment Boko Haram réduit ses effectifs grâce aux chatbots Une étude de l’université de Cambridge affirme que Boko Haram exploite plusieurs plateformes d’intelligence artificielle pour préparer ses opérations. Les chercheurs décrivent une évolution rapide des méthodes du groupe terroriste et alertent sur les défis posés aux services de renseignement. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Bekolo warns of Cameroon’s collapse without Paul Biya

Aïcha Abdou

Politics Filmmaker Jean-Pierre Bekolo: ‘Cameroon is already descending into chaos without Paul Biya’ The renowned director argues that the current power vacuum is exposing deep institutional fragility and warns that Paul Biya’s absence would accelerate the country’s collapse. Editorial Team |November 15, 2024|5 min read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment Advertisement Bekolo’s stark warning: Cameroon’s institutions crumble without Biya’s symbolic authority In a recent op-ed, filmmaker Jean-Pierre Bekolo paints a grim picture of Cameroon’s future should President Paul Biya step down. He contends that the country…

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Sonko as deputy: Supreme Court declines to rule on urgent case

Aïcha Abdou

In a decisive turn of events, the investigating judge of Senegal’s Supreme Court has declared itself incompetent to rule on an urgent matter concerning Ousmane Sonko’s seating as a deputy. The judge cited the case as falling under the internal affairs of the parliamentary institution, a domain the high court has no intention of interfering with. This decision follows a legal challenge filed by the Union nationale des indépendants du Sénégal, which contested the validity of the procedure that allowed the Pastef leader to reclaim his deputy seat before being…

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Gabon 2027: a bold budget strategy for measurable impact

Aïcha Abdou

Economy Gabon 2027: a bold budget strategy for measurable impact By Editor-in-Chief July 16, 2026 103 No comment Libreville, July 16, 2026 — Gabon is preparing to launch one of the most ambitious budgetary reforms in its recent history. As the preparatory conferences for the 2027 Finance Bill get underway, the authorities are not merely initiating another annual accounting exercise. They are signaling a decisive break with decades of administrative management that prioritized credit consumption over measurable outcomes. The message to government agencies is unambiguous. Budgets can no longer be…

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OM’s promotional tour boosts Côte d’Ivoire tourism

Aïcha Abdou

The Olympique de Marseille squad touched down at Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan-Port Bouët on a sunny Wednesday morning, greeted by vibrant traditional dances, rhythmic drumbeats, and a passionate crowd of supporters. This historic arrival signaled the launch of the OM Summer Tour 2026, a three-day promotional campaign cementing the renewed partnership between France’s iconic football club and Côte d’Ivoire’s tourism promotion brand. €5 million annual deal strengthens Côte d’Ivoire’s tourism push In April, the three-year agreement between Olympique de Marseille and Sublime Côte d’Ivoire was formalized, injecting approximately…

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Abidjan port expands trade ties with Sahel hubs despite regional shifts

Aïcha Abdou

The Port of Abidjan has deepened its economic ties with Ouagadougou, Bamako and Niamey, reinforcing its position as a key logistics hub in West Africa. This strategic move comes as the port continues to serve as a vital gateway for landlocked Sahel nations despite recent geopolitical realignments. Record throughput drives port expansion In 2025, the Port of Abidjan achieved a 16% surge in total cargo volume, underscoring its enduring role in facilitating trade for Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger—three countries with no direct maritime access. This milestone has cemented its…

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Starlink gets green light to bridge Côte d’Ivoire’s digital divide

Ousmane Tandja

The green light has been granted. Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, is now authorized to operate in Côte d’Ivoire. The announcement was made on July 16 at the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan by Frank R. Garcia, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, during an official visit that also saw the signing of several economic agreements. Bridging the rural connectivity gap with satellite technology According to the Ivorian Press Agency, Starlink will leverage its low-orbit satellite constellation to deliver high-speed internet to rural and remote areas of the…

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Legal action filed over Sonko’s remarks about Touba

Ousmane Tandja

Legal challenge launched against Ousmane Sonko’s statements about Touba Senegal is witnessing a fresh legal confrontation following public remarks attributed to Ousmane Sonko regarding Touba. A descendant of Serigne Touba has formally petitioned the Prosecutor’s Office at the Dakar High Court of First Instance, urging the initiation of a judicial investigation into the matter. In a petition dated July 14, 2026, Serigne Modou Maroun Niang—identified as a Senegalese citizen, entrepreneur, and grandson of the founder of the holy city—contends that statements linked to the PASTEF leader have severely tarnished Touba’s…

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Burkina Faso urges au to implement bold reforms amid Sahel tensions

Ousmane Tandja

Burkina Faso pushes for decisive African Union reforms The Burkinabè Minister of Foreign Affairs, Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, met with the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, on July 15 during the latter’s regional tour of the three Sahel states—Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—that form the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The meeting focused on strengthening ties between the AU and Burkina Faso, as well as deepening cooperation with the AES bloc. According to an official communiqué, discussions covered Burkina Faso’s political and security landscape, regional dynamics…

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France and Morocco deepen strategic ties with new agreements

Ousmane Tandja

France and Morocco deepen strategic ties with new agreements Diplomatic update. During an official visit to Rabat, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu underscored the need to elevate the longstanding partnership between France and Morocco. Nearly fifteen new agreements are set to be signed, reinforcing cooperation established in 2024 across multiple sectors. Partnership poised to “scale new heights” In his opening remarks at the 15th High-Level Meeting between France and Morocco, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu described the moment as a « turning point » in bilateral relations. He emphasized the need…

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