Author: Ousmane Tandja

Salimata Koné Aviation and consumer goods correspondent Abdelmadjid Tebboune Assimi Goïta Air Algérie Regional aviation is witnessing a significant shift as diplomatic tensions ease between Bamako and Algiers. The restoration of air links between Mali and Algeria opens new opportunities for airlines like Air France, Brussels Airlines, and Air Algérie, promising enhanced connectivity and economic benefits for West Africa. Diplomatic rapprochement reshapes Mali-Algeria air travel The thaw in relations between Mali and Algeria is more than just political—it’s a game-changer for regional air travel. After years of restrictions, airlines are…

Niamey, July 15, 2026 — Economic sovereignty isn’t just about rhetoric anymore. In Niger, it’s now measured by the pulse of production lines. Minister of Trade and Industry Abdoulaye Seydou continues his ground-level assessment of local factories, turning the nation’s production goals into tangible action. On July 14, the government delegation visited three key industrial sites: Sahel Agro Ingénierie, a leader in groundnut, sesame and tiger nut oil processing, followed by the mineral water plants of Benie and Belvie. This wasn’t a ceremonial walk-through. It was an operational deep-dive to…

The World Cup’s second semi-final delivered a thrilling spectacle as Argentina edged past England with a dramatic late surge, securing a place in Sunday’s final against Spain. The Albiceleste’s dominance in the dying minutes—orchestrated by Lionel Messi—left the Three Lions stunned and dreaming of a revenge against France in the third-place playoff. Messi’s magic seals Argentina’s ticket to the final The match began as a physical, tactical battle, with both teams prioritizing defensive resilience over attacking flair. Referee Ismail Elfath issued 19 fouls in the first half, while combined expected…

With his contract running until June 2028, Bradley Barcola’s future at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is now up in the air. The young French striker can finally focus on his personal decisions following France’s World Cup semifinal exit against Spain (0-2) this past Wednesday. Two Premier League giants—Liverpool and Arsenal—have already turned their attention toward the 21-year-old talent. France’s World Cup exit clears the path for Barcola’s next move After France’s early exit from the World Cup, Bradley Barcola now has the breathing room to evaluate his options. While the Bleus…

EU unlocks 30 billion FCFA in financing for Cameroon’s SMEs Yaoundé and Brussels have activated a groundbreaking financial mechanism to ease access to bank loans for Cameroon’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The initiative, rolled out under the Economic Development Support Project through Value Chain Promotion and Private Sector Initiatives (PAD-CV), is designed to unlock up to 30 billion FCFA in credit from local banks, backed by a 6 billion FCFA financial guarantee. An additional 9.8 billion FCFA has been allocated to provide technical support to participating businesses. The 6…

The legal proceedings were initiated through a formal letter dated July 14, 2026, filed the next day with the Public Prosecutor’s Office at the High Court of Dakar. Signed by Serigne Modou Maroun Niang and Serigne Mourtalla Bousso, the complaint follows statements made by the leader of Pastef during the inauguration of his party’s new national headquarters. According to the plaintiffs, the claim that “dirty money entered the holy city of Touba” constitutes a serious defamatory allegation that tarnishes the reputation of the entire community. They emphasize that Touba was…