Category: Buzz

Affamé de sport, il a grandi au son des moteurs de Formule 1 et des exploits de Ronaldinho. Aujourd’hui, diplomé d’un Master de journalisme de sport, il ne rate plus un Grand Prix de F1 ni un match du PSG, ses deux passions et spécialités Avec la Coupe du monde qui approche de son dénouement, le mercato va pouvoir reprendre ses droits. Ainsi, le PSG va s’activer et plusieurs dossiers chauds vont devoir être gérés en urgence, à commencer par celui de Bradley Barcola. Des discussions sont attendus dans les…

Freetown is hosting the 96th ordinary session of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Council of Ministers on July 17, 2026. Representing Côte d’Ivoire at this high-level diplomatic gathering are Nialé Kaba, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, along with Adama Dosso, Deputy Minister for African Integration and Ivoirians Abroad. This ministerial gathering precedes the Heads of State summit by just two days. Diplomatic activities intensify in Sierra Leone’s capital ECOWAS statutory meetings have been underway in Freetown since July 12, culminating in today’s ministerial…

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s inaugural official visit to Morocco on July 15-16, 2026, sent a clear diplomatic signal, marking a turning point in a relationship once strained by years of friction. This landmark trip, his first abroad since taking office, underscored the growing momentum toward rebuilding trust between Paris and Rabat. In the Moroccan capital, Lecornu co-chaired the 15th Haut Niveau summit with Morocco’s Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch—the first such high-level meeting between the two countries since 2019, following a prolonged pause in institutional dialogue. A high-powered delegation The…

Paris Saint-Germain is on the brink of finalizing a major transfer move, with South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-In poised to join Atlético Madrid in a deal worth around €40 million, including potential bonuses. The French club, currently undergoing a significant squad overhaul, has identified Lee as a key replacement target following the departure of Gonçalo Ramos, who recently completed a €74 million transfer to AC Milan. Atlético Madrid confirms interest in Lee Kang-In Atlético Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has acknowledged the club’s pursuit of top-tier talent, hinting at Lee Kang-In’s…

Le Niger a franchi une nouvelle étape dans le déploiement du passeport biométrique de la Confédération des États du Sahel (AES). Mercredi 16 Juillet 2026, au Palais de la Présidence à Niamey, le président Abdourahamane Tiani s’est fait enrôler pour l’obtention de ce nouveau document de voyage, selon les autorités nigériennes. Cette opération intervient quelques mois après son enrôlement pour la carte biométrique, réalisé le 27 mars dernier. D’après les autorités, ce passeport répond à des normes techniques communes adoptées par les États membres de l’AES afin de proposer un…

The African Union (AU) has called on Burkina Faso’s leadership to expedite the restoration of constitutional order by holding elections and reopening the political space, while reaffirming its commitment to maintaining dialogue with Ouagadougou and supporting the country in its fight against terrorism. During an official visit to the Burkinabè capital, the Chairperson of the AU Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, held discussions with Prime Minister Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo and Foreign Minister Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré. Notably, no meeting took place with the transitional president, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. Following these discussions, Mahmoud…

Cameroon takes action to curb fraud in its gold sector The government of Cameroon has announced enhanced controls in the gold mining sector to increase tax revenues. The first phase will be launched in August and aims to allow the state to collect around $680 million in taxes and customs from approximately 17 tonnes of gold production between 2025 and 2026. These measures follow a finding that official gold production figures are often higher than actual levels, with authorities seeking to close this gap to benefit public finances. By relying…

Morocco and France chart new path toward stronger strategic partnership In a landmark meeting in Rabat, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Morocco’s Aziz Akhannouch laid the groundwork for an expanded bilateral partnership, signaling a major step forward in economic and security cooperation between the two nations. The discussions, held behind closed doors, focused on deepening collaboration across critical sectors, including energy, trade, and regional security. Both leaders emphasized the need to build on existing frameworks while exploring innovative avenues to strengthen ties. Energy and trade take center stage in…

As of July 16, 2026, Gabon’s Ministry of Mines is rolling out a nationwide crackdown on gold exploration and mining permits. The sweeping audit aims to dismantle years of opacity in the sector and reassert state control over a resource-rich industry long plagued by irregularities. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

During a high-level international forum in Luanda, Angolan President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) delivered a powerful address, framing the ongoing crisis in eastern DRC as a pivotal moment for Africa and the global community. Addressing delegates at the third edition of the Call for Peace, End of Wars, and Respect for International Law initiative, Tshisekedi emphasized that the conflict’s resolution would serve as a litmus test for the international community’s commitment to upholding justice and human dignity. DRC’s suffering: a stark reminder of war’s…

During a significant visit to Rabat on Thursday, July 16, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Moroccan authorities openly showcased a newly reinforced relationship between their nations. Discussions primarily centered on security cooperation, strategic investments, and the prospect of an exceptional bilateral treaty. Notably, recent revelations concerning the Pegasus affair were deliberately kept off the official agenda. A renewed partnership takes shape  France and Morocco marked a pivotal moment in their bilateral relations this Thursday, coinciding with the visit of French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu to Rabat. Standing alongside his…

Le Tchad a signé un accord avec la République démocratique du Congo (RDC) pour gérer les ressources hydriques du bassin du lac Tchad, mais ce geste a suscité des inquiétudes en RDC et au Sahel. Le président tchadien Mahamat Déby Itno a déclaré que le Tchad ne serait pas obligé de trouver un accord avec la RDC pour accéder à l’eau du Congo, mais qu’il sera contraint de le faire si les autres États membres de la Commission du bassin du lac Tchad n’y sont pas prêts. Les intentions du…