Author: Ousmane Tandja

After a challenging season on loan at Tottenham, Randal Kolo Muani is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain, where he has returned following his spell in England. The Juventus has emerged as the frontrunner to sign the French striker, but this potential move is sparking debate among football insiders. Former Juventus striker Nicola Amoruso has publicly voiced his preference for keeping Dusan Vlahovic instead, casting doubt over Kolo Muani’s future in Turin. The Old Lady is expected to make significant changes to its attacking lineup this summer, with Kolo Muani viewed…

High-level discussions between Beninese and Nigerien delegations in Cotonou signal a pivotal moment in restoring bilateral ties, with economic and security cooperation at the forefront of negotiations. A historic meeting in Cotonou Following President Romuald Wadagni’s recent visit to Niamey on June 2, Beninese and Nigerien officials convened in Cotonou on June 20 to advance the normalization process between the two nations. The gathering, chaired by Niger’s Minister of State for Security, General Mohamed Toumba, and Benin’s Minister of African Integration, Adjadi Bakari, marked a critical step toward reopening their…

Dakar hosts regional initiative to refine polio surveillance and data accuracy In Dakar, more than 80 specialists representing 19 African nations are collaborating this week to elevate the precision, uniformity, and application of polio surveillance data. This collective effort is vital for improving disease detection, guiding immunization initiatives, and ensuring children across the continent are shielded from poliomyélite. The intensive sessions, focused on data quality assessment and workstream coordination, aim to bolster the digital infrastructure that underpins polio monitoring and outbreak management. By fostering evidence-based strategies, the initiative seeks to…

PolitiqueRépublique démocratique du Congo DRC church leaders challenge proposed constitutional amendments 22/06/202622 juin 2026 The National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) on Saturday, June 20, issued a declaration strongly opposing any attempt to alter the Constitution enacted on February 18, 2006. https://p.dw.com/p/5FowQ The rejection of constitutional amendments, previously a stance predominantly held by the political opposition, now garners significant backing from CENCO. This influential institution holds substantial sway over public opinion across the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to Abbé Donatien Nshole, CENCO’s Secretary General, the constitutional reform envisioned by…

The eternal question resurfaces for the Argentina national team: Julian or Lautaro? Just as he did during the 2022 World Cup and the 2024 Copa America, Lionel Scaloni finds himself weighing the merits of Alvarez against Martinez to lead the line. While Lionel Messi’s position in the starting eleven remains undisputed—especially after his clinical hat-trick in the opening match—the identity of his strike partner is once again the subject of intense debate. It is a luxury dilemma for any manager. In the Inter Milan captain and the Atletico Madrid forward,…

The diplomatic landscape between Benin and Niger is shifting as both nations lay the groundwork for renewed cooperation. A high-level technical meeting convened by experts from Cotonou and Niamey has yielded three strategic initiatives aimed at rebuilding trust and revitalizing bilateral relations. This development follows months of strained ties triggered by political upheaval in Niger during mid-2023 and the subsequent closure of their shared border. Tensions had escalated when Benin aligned with West African economic sanctions against Niger’s military leadership, while Niamey accused its southern neighbor of hosting military outposts…