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In Lomé, the 2026 General Meetings of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) did more than just greenlight the return of dividends. They also ushered in a fresh governance cycle for the pan-African banking group, backed by unprecedented financial performance, renewed shareholder confidence, and a reshuffled board of directors. Shareholders endorsed every resolution, including the approval of the 2025 financial statements, a $40 million dividend distribution—the first since 2022—and the renewal of several board mandates, alongside the appointment of new members to the ETI board. Governance as the bedrock of sustainable growth…

The unveiling of Senegal‘s latest government lineup has sparked intense debate across the nation. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced the new ministerial team just days after dismissing former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, setting the stage for what promises to be a challenging mandate. Led by Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Amine Mohamed Lo, the 30-member cabinet comprises 26 ministers and four deputy ministers. Notably, gender representation remains disproportionately low, with only four women appointed—none holding key sovereignty portfolios. The government inherits a daunting economic landscape, burdened by a massive debt that…

N’Djamena is set to witness a transformative moment in its energy landscape as Sonelgaz International prepares to lay the foundation stone for a new 40-megawatt power plant in the coming days. The announcement was made by Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies Mourad Adjal during a high-profile event in Niamey. The minister emphasized the significance of this project, highlighting its role in strengthening energy infrastructure in the region. This initiative follows the successful completion of a similar 40-megawatt power plant in Gorou Banda, Niamey, which was inaugurated under the supervision…

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Arsenal emerges as frontrunner for Bundesliga defensive asset Arsenal has dramatically shifted the transfer landscape by positioning itself as the leading contender for Nathaniel Brown, the highly coveted left-back from Eintracht Frankfurt. The Gunners have presented a more compelling financial proposal than the Bayern Munich hierarchy, which has deemed the asking price for the 22-year-old German international prohibitive during a period of fiscal tightening. Frankfurt’s towering valuation tests europe’s elite Eintracht Frankfurt has set an ambitious transfer fee of approximately €65 million for Brown, a figure that has caused the…

Mourad Adjal, Algeria’s Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, confirmed on Wednesday in Niamey that the groundbreaking ceremony for N’Djamena’s new 40-megawatt power plant will occur within days. This strategic project is being developed by Sonelgaz International as part of the company’s broader expansion across African markets. The initiative aligns with Algeria’s commitment to strengthening energy infrastructure on the continent. Sonelgaz International’s proven track record in cross-border energy projects Speaking during the inauguration of the 40-megawatt Algerian-Nigerien solidarity power plant in Gorou Banda (Niamey)—attended by Algeria’s Prime Minister, Sifi Ghrieb,…

Le Premier ministre quitte Niamey au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger mercredi 03 juin 2026 17:23 NIAMEY – Le Premier ministre, M. Sifi Ghrieb, a quitté, mercredi, Niamey, au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger, au cours de laquelle il a procédé à l’inauguration de la centrale électrique de solidarité algéro-nigérienne d’une capacité de 40 mégawatts. Premier MinistreAlgérie Niger Articles connexes By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

Burkina Faso’s Dɛmɛ Sira: a digital leap for national solidarity 1 min. read In a bold move toward digital governance, Burkina Faso has unveiled Dɛmɛ Sira—a groundbreaking digital platform designed to channel national solidarity into tangible support for vulnerable communities. Launched on June 2, 2026, in Ouagadougou, this initiative marks a significant step in the country’s public policy modernization efforts. The launch ceremony was led by Lieutenant-Colonel Passowendé Pélagie Kabré/Kaboré, Minister of Family and Social Solidarity, alongside Dr. Aminata Zerbo/Sabané, Minister of Digital Transition, Posts, and Electronic Communications, who served…

Market momentum at risk: Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa exports face El Niño uncertainty Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa export market, which has shown remarkable strength with nearly 1 million tonnes already contracted for the 2026-27 harvest, may face disruptions due to the looming arrival of the El Niño weather phenomenon in July. Industry leaders and agricultural commodity traders are voicing concerns over potential climatic impacts on production and supply chains. The Council of Coffee and Cocoa (CCC), headquartered in Abidjan, has taken proactive steps by increasing the premium on additional sales from zero…