Author: Aïcha Abdou

The National Bureau of Land Freight of Chad (BNFT), along with freight authorities in Cameroon and the Central African Republic, formalized a landmark digitalization pact on May 12, aiming to transform Central African trade corridors by 2030. This groundbreaking agreement is designed to overhaul cross-border goods transport and transit, streamlining commercial exchanges across the subregion. By implementing advanced digital systems, the three nations seek to create a more efficient, secure, and transparent framework for managing transit procedures. Saleh Youssouf Erda, BNFT’s Director General, emphasized the transformative potential of this initiative…

Bénin’s leaders pitch industrial transformation and investment potential in Nairobi The Director-General of SIPI-BENIN S.A, Létondji Beheton, and the CEO of CDC Bénin, Maryse Lokossou, recently presented the country’s industrial and financial strategy to international investors at the Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect event in Nairobi, Kenya. The forum, backed by key financial institutions, served as a platform to highlight investment prospects in Bénin, emphasizing local value addition, industrialization, and long-term capital mobilization. During the panel discussions, both leaders outlined Bénin’s vision for economic transformation, centered on leveraging its…

Mali’s strategic setback as Kidal falls despite Russian support April 26, 2026, has been etched into Mali’s military history as a day of profound failure. The city of Kidal, long hailed by Bamako as a cornerstone of its regained authority, was overrun by rebel forces in a stunning reversal. Yet the most alarming aspect of this defeat wasn’t the military loss itself—it was the conduct of Russia’s Africa Corps, the successor to the infamous Wagner Group. As the battle raged, their priority was not defending the city, but securing their…

The Paris Saint-Germain has confirmed the highly anticipated Champions League final between the club and Arsenal FC will be broadcast live at the Parc des Princes on May 30th. The announcement came as supporters eagerly await the chance to witness football’s biggest stage in the heart of Paris. The club’s official statement described the iconic stadium as “a place where unforgettable moments are forged, where the city’s passion for football reaches its peak”. With the match set to unfold in Budapest, PSG is determined to bring the same intensity and…

The National Financial Intelligence Processing Unit (CENTIF) of Senegal has officially released its 2025 activity report. This annual exercise comprehensively assesses the nation’s ongoing efforts in combating money laundering and the financing of terrorism. The document, made public under the leadership of its president, Cheikh Mouhamadou Bamba Siby, firmly establishes financial vigilance as a cornerstone of national sovereignty. For Dakar, a stable financial system is now perceived as equally vital for maintaining international credibility and ensuring robust budgetary resilience. A central intelligence unit in the anti-money laundering framework Established in…

“Our objective is May 30th”: with these words, Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique sets the tone ahead of Wednesday’s match against RC Lens. With a commanding six-point lead and a goal difference of +15, the outcome of the Ligue 1 championship is practically decided — even if the Parisians were to lose in Lens. Yet for Enrique, this fixture is far from a formality. For the PSG manager, the real challenge lies in preparing his squad for the Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30. “The most important thing…

On May 12, 2026, Faure Gnassingbé, President of Togo, traveled to Kampala, Uganda, to attend the inauguration ceremony of Yoweri Museveni, who secured re-election in the January 15 general elections. The event, themed “Safeguarding achievements and advancing toward upper-middle-income status,” brought together African heads of state alongside delegations from Europe, Asia, and the Americas. During the visit, Faure Gnassingbé extended his congratulations to Yoweri Museveni, expressing wishes for success in his new term. In response, Museveni praised Gnassingbé’s presence, highlighting it as a testament to the strong cooperative ties between…