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Actualité Côte d’Ivoire boosts digital education with training for 75 school inspectors As part of the second phase of the Digital Skills Development for Supervisory and Teaching Staff (DCNPEE) project, 75 pedagogical inspectors from 25 regional directorates in Côte d’Ivoire strengthened their digital skills during a UNESCO-MENAET workshop in Yamoussoukro, held from May 4 to 6, 2026. Paragraphs","format":"text_media_block"}}” id=”” class=”paragraph-border above paragraph paragraph–type–text-media-block paragraph–view-mode–default”> Over three intensive days, the participating inspectors, who specialize in Mathematics, Life and Earth Sciences (SVT), and Physics-Chemistry, were trained in using various digital tools. The…

Chad mourns loss of Ouaddaï provincial council leader A prominent administrative and political figure in Chad has passed away. Youssouf Mahamat Youssouf, who served as the president of the Ouaddaï Provincial Council, died in the early hours of Monday at the Modern Hospital in N’Djamena after a brief illness. The late leader had held the position for several years, playing a key role in the governance and development initiatives of the Ouaddaï region. While funeral arrangements are yet to be announced, authorities and local communities are preparing to honor his…

Club OHADA UAM opening ceremony and the As de la Plaidoirie contest in Niger The Club OHADA at the Université Abdou Moumouni in Niamey (Club OHADA UAM) is set to host its official 2026 academic launch on May 22 and 23. Scheduled from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the event will explore the central theme: “OHADA, the past, the present and the future!”. This scientific and academic gathering will also feature the 8th edition of the “As de la Plaidoirie” in OHADA Law. This prestigious competition aims to encourage legal…

Niger restricts foreign media outlets over national security risks The National Observatory of Communication (ONC) in Niger, led by Ibrahim Manzo Diallo, announced on national broadcaster Télé Sahel the suspension of nine prominent francophone and Pan-African media outlets. The decision cites threats to public order, national cohesion, and institutional stability as the primary concerns. Among the suspended outlets are internationally recognized names such as France 24, Radio France Internationale, Agence France-Presse, TV5Monde, TF1 Info, Jeune Afrique, Mediapart, France Afrique Média, and LSI Africa. The ONC emphasized that certain content disseminated…

The Aiglonnets reach Rabat for the CAN U17 Maroc 2026 Following an intensive training block in Casablanca from May 4 to May 10, the Mali U17 national team officially reached the city of Rabat this Sunday. Their arrival marks the beginning of their journey in the final phase of the prestigious continental tournament. Upon settling into their designated hotel in the Moroccan capital, the Malian delegation participated in an introductory session with CAF officials. This meeting, coordinated by the governing body of African football, served to outline the tournament regulations…

Despite aggressive promotion, the CNCC (Cadre national de concertation pour le changement) gathering at Akassimé in Lomé on May 9, 2026 fell far short of expectations. Instead of the anticipated massive turnout, only scattered groups of opposition supporters showed up, leaving the venue sparsely populated. The event, scheduled to start at 2 p.m., had barely a handful of attendees by the hour mark. Observers point to this low mobilization as a sign that traditional protest tactics are losing their grip. Many citizens now prioritize tangible solutions to pressing issues—such as…

Discover the untold story of Senegal’s CAN 2025 with Pape Thiaw Dive deep into the behind-the-scenes journey of Senegal’s national football team as head coach Pape Thiaw shares his first African Cup of Nations (CAN) experience in the captivating documentary L’Antre du Lion. This immersive film offers fans a rare glimpse into the emotional highs, intense pressures, and unforgettable moments that defined Senegal’s campaign under Thiaw’s leadership. An emotional and unforgettable football adventure In a teaser clip, Pape Thiaw describes his first CAN journey with the Lions of Teranga as…

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko led the official send-off ceremony today for Senegal’s delegation departing for Nairobi. The high-profile Africa Forward summit, running through May 13, 2026, brings together heads of state, major donors, and private sector leaders from across Africa and beyond. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, already in attendance, will be joined by a ministerial team and financial experts to champion a bold agenda on the global stage. The delegation’s mission goes beyond mere participation—it’s about reshaping Africa’s financial future on equitable terms. a bold agenda for african economic sovereignty…

The landscape of African football has been shaken by a crisis of confidence following the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) decision to strip Sénégal of its CAN 2025 title. This move, which effectively handed the championship to Maroc via a 0-3 adjusted scoreline, has drawn fierce condemnation from international media, experts, and various clubs across the continent. Widespread boycotts and club protests Resistance to the CAF ruling is intensifying. The Égypte-based club Pharco FC has already declared an indefinite boycott of all CAF-sanctioned tournaments. Club officials described the sanction against…

The “Africa Forward” summit, a collaborative initiative between France and Kenya taking place this Monday in Nairobi, is set to explore the transformative power of sports in regional development. This theme resonates deeply with Senegal, as the nation prepares to host the upcoming Youth Olympic Games in Dakar later this autumn. This landmark occasion represents a significant turning point for the global sporting community, marking the very first time an Olympic event will be staged on the Africa continent. For Senegal, the responsibility brings a mixture of intense pressure and…

The Republic of Togo stands at a pivotal juncture in its political trajectory. With the Faure Gnassingbé regime having consolidated its transition into a parliamentary Fifth Republic, an undercurrent of exhaustion permeates the corridors of authority. Amidst a shifting regional diplomatic landscape and a disenfranchised youth demographic, societal fissures have never been more pronounced. This moment of transformation may well be defined by the Economic Community of West African States’ (ECOWAS) conspicuous silence—a silence that could signal the catalyst many have awaited. A regime adapting to the brink of irrelevance…