Author: Aïcha Abdou

Journalist

Tchouaméni’s real madrid future: mourinho makes a definitive call amidst psg and manchester united links

Aïcha Abdou

After four successful years at the Santiago Bernabéu, which saw him lift the Champions League trophy and secure a La Liga title, Aurélien Tchouaméni’s tenure with Real Madrid appeared to be nearing an end. With both Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain reportedly keen on his services, the midfielder’s future was a hot topic. However, the situation has taken a decisive turn following José Mourinho’s official appointment as head coach, as the Portuguese tactician has already made his position clear. Upon concluding his international duties with the French national team at…

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Algérie-Tchad : une centrale électrique scelle un partenariat stratégique

Aïcha Abdou

La centrale électrique offerte par l’Algérie au Tchad marque une nouvelle étape dans le renforcement des liens entre Alger et N’Djamena. Le Premier ministre algérien, Sifi Ghrieb, a présidé lundi à N’Djamena, aux côtés de son homologue tchadien, Allamaye Halina, la cérémonie de pose de la première pierre de cette centrale électrique de solidarité algéro-tchadienne, d’une capacité de 40 mégawatts. La réalisation confiée à Sonelgaz International Ce projet illustre une nouvelle phase dans le renforcement des relations bilatérales et s’inscrit dans le cadre des hautes orientations du président algérien, Abdelmadjid…

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Constitutional reform in DRC ignites political tensions and opposition backlash

Aïcha Abdou

PolitiqueRépublique démocratique du Congo Constitutional reform in DRC ignites political tensions and opposition backlash Political tensions rise as opposition mobilises. Between accusations of authoritarian drift and hopes for renewal, the debate over constitutional reform remains highly explosive. The debate over amending the Constitution in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to ignite public discourse. On May 27, the National Assembly passed a bill setting the terms for a referendum. Since then, tensions have escalated between the ruling majority, which advocates a necessary institutional overhaul, and the opposition, which denounces…

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Bishop of Butembo-Beni condemns political drift in drc

Aïcha Abdou

Geste posé par la caravane panafricaine pour Paix et l’Unité en RDC au bord de l’océan Atlantique – Photo d’illustration   In a message released on the feast of the martyrs Charles Lwanga and his companions, Bishop Sikuli Paluku Melchisédech of Butembo-Beni, in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, issued a sharp rebuke to the country’s political class. The prelate denounced what he described as a growing disconnect between the priorities of politicians and the genuine needs of the Congolese people. Speaking from his diocese, which has been plagued…

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Fintech leaders gather in Rabat as visa showcases AI-driven financial innovation

Aïcha Abdou

The third edition of the “Visa Fintech Day” took place on Tuesday at the Mohammed VI Tower in Rabat, bringing together key players from Morocco’s financial ecosystem to discuss innovation, digital payments, and financial inclusion. Organised by Visa in partnership with the Morocco Fintech Center (MFC), the Agency for Digital Development (ADD), and Technopark, the event gathered representatives from public authorities, regulators, banks, fintechs, investors, and tech companies. This edition placed a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence and its potential to transform financial services. The proceedings were opened by Amal…

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Chad and Algeria mark new chapter with N’Djamena power plant groundbreaking

Aïcha Abdou

Chad and Algeria mark new chapter with N’Djamena power plant groundbreaking N’Djamena – Chad’s Prime Minister and head of government, Allamaye Halina, stated on Monday that the foundation stone laying ceremony for a new power plant in the capital city represents a landmark project underscoring the positive momentum in bilateral relations between Algeria and Chad. The event, held in N’Djamena, highlights the growing energy cooperation between the two nations. The power plant is expected to strengthen Chad’s electricity infrastructure, contributing to economic development and regional stability. The Prime Minister emphasised…

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Burkina Faso grapples with tightening restrictions on two-wheeler trade

Aïcha Abdou

The ascension of Captain Ibrahim Traoré to power in Burkina Faso has ushered in profound transformations, marked by an intensification of centralized governance. While official discourse champions sovereignty and strategic restructuring, the socio-economic landscape tells a starkly different story. Beneath the rhetoric of change, the Burkinabè people—particularly the commercial sector—are ensnared in a silent crisis, where dialogue has been supplanted by unilateral decrees. Regulatory overreach stifles a critical industry In Burkina Faso, motorcycles are far more than a mode of transport; they are the lifeblood of urban and rural mobility,…

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Bénin: government clears backlog of civil servant promotions and salaries

Aïcha Abdou

In a decisive move to restore confidence among Benin’s civil servants, the Ministry of Economy and Finance, led by Romuald Wadagni, has initiated a sweeping campaign to clear long-standing promotion delays and unpaid salary arrears. This bold step underscores the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of public sector workers. A landmark announcement came on June 5, 2026, when Léa Estelle Honfo Akpovo, Deputy Secretary-General of the Ministry of Finance, issued a directive launching a nationwide operation to resolve all promotion backlogs in the civil service. The campaign, running throughout…

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Algerian prime minister Sifi Ghrieb begins official visit to Chad

Aïcha Abdou

On behalf of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb embarked on an official visit to the Republic of Chad this Monday, a trip aimed at strengthening fraternal ties and deepening cooperation and partnership between the two nations, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s office. The prime minister is accompanied by State Minister and Minister of Hydrocarbons Mohamed Arkab, Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies Mourad Adjal, and the Director General of the Algerian Agency for International Cooperation for Solidarity and Development, Abed Hallouz, along with several executives…

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Landmark power plant groundbreaking ceremony in N’Djamena

Aïcha Abdou

Groundbreaking ceremony for Chad-Algeria solidarity power plant held in N’Djamena june 8, 2026 2:05 PM N’DJAMENA — Chad’s Prime Minister Allamaye Halina joined Algerian counterpart Sifi Ghrieb in presiding over the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Chad-Algeria solidarity power plant in N’Djamena. The 40-megawatt facility represents a major step in regional energy cooperation. The ceremony marked the official launch of construction for a facility that will significantly boost Chad’s electricity generation capacity. With a 40-megawatt output, the plant will address chronic power shortages in the capital while contributing to the…

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Burkina Faso’s authoritarian turn: beauty pageant ban

Aïcha Abdou

An official note has sent shockwaves through Burkina Faso. The government announced the indefinite suspension of all beauty pageants nationwide. While authorities cite the need to protect ‘cultural values’ and respect the ongoing security crisis, a closer look reveals a darker reality: the gradual entrenchment of a disguised dictatorship. Political Diversion at Play In a country facing severe security challenges and chronic humanitarian instability, the timing and target of this decision raise questions. Why target beauty queens when the priority should be reclaiming territory? Many observers in the region see…

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