Month: August 2026

Spanish football’s top tier, LaLiga, has confirmed the postponement of the highly anticipated fixture between Celta Vigo and Osasuna, originally scheduled for this Sunday at 21:30 CET during the opening weekend of the league campaign. The decision follows an urgent inspection of the pitch at Balaídos, home ground of Celta Vigo, which revealed severe fungal contamination rendering the playing surface unsafe for professional competition. League officials conducted the assessment throughout Tuesday, with the findings prompting immediate action to safeguard both player welfare and match integrity. According to an official statement…

Diplomatic thaw between Mali and Algeria after tensions Fleur Prisca Konkobo Relations between Mali and Algeria reached a low point in April 2025 following a serious incident involving an Algerian drone. Algiers accused Bamako of violating its airspace, a claim vehemently denied by Malian authorities. In response, Mali imposed a complete closure of its airspace, severing a critical link between two nations sharing over 1,300 kilometers of border. Efforts to mend the breach began on July 10, when both governments announced a series of reconciliation measures. These included the reinstatement…

The Moroccan government has reaffirmed its commitment to stabilize the migration situation in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the northern coast of Morocco. Authorities have vowed to implement all necessary measures to address the growing influx of migrants seeking entry into Europe. Intensified border controls and humanitarian response Morocco’s response strategy combines strict border surveillance with immediate humanitarian assistance. Security forces have been deployed along the border to prevent unauthorized crossings, while local aid organizations continue distributing essential supplies to those stranded in Ceuta. Coordinated efforts with European partners Close…

Government of Côte d’Ivoire officially hands over modern GIABA headquarters in Abidjan The Government of Côte d’Ivoire has taken a decisive step in strengthening regional financial security by officially inaugurating the new headquarters of the Intergovernmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) in Abidjan’s Deux-Plateaux district. The handover ceremony, presided over by Adama Coulibaly, Minister of Economy, Finance and Budget, marked the completion of a modern, fully equipped facility designed to enhance collaboration in combating financial crimes. « This milestone represents more than just the delivery of…

Lomé is rapidly emerging as a leading technology hub in West Africa, driven by the nation’s digital transformation and strategic investments in education. With initiatives like Campus42 and the Data Lab, the city is making high-level training in web development, software engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence more accessible than ever before. Whether you’re a student, career changer, or tech enthusiast, here’s your complete guide to accessing free or low-cost training in the digital fields of tomorrow. Why pursue a career in digital skills today? The digital sector across Africa…

In a landmark decision that has sent ripples through West Africa’s business circles, Senegalese courts have sided with the Délégation générale à la promotion des pôles urbains (DGPU) in its legal battle against Atos, a European digital services giant. The Dakar High Commercial Court delivered a verdict firmly endorsing the agency’s claims, handing the public entity a decisive win that extends beyond mere legal vindication. The ruling underscores Senegal’s growing assertiveness in enforcing contractual obligations with international partners, a trend closely watched by investors across the region. DGPU’s judicial triumph…