A significant stride in energy management and automation has taken place in Côte d’Ivoire with Schneider Electric’s introduction of its advanced medium voltage (MV) electrical switchgear range, aptly named « AirSeT ». Launched on July 7, 2026, this groundbreaking technology harnesses the power of pure air and vacuum interruption, setting a new benchmark for environmental transition and regulatory evolution within the Ivorian electricity sector. As a pivotal economic and energy hub in francophone West Africa, Côte d’Ivoire is steadfast in its ambition to emerge as the region’s leading electricity powerhouse,…
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Plusieurs femmes accusent l’archevêque de Rabat de violences sexuelles
Maroc : Plusieurs femmes accusent l’archevêque de Rabat de violences sexuelles Un cardinal influent•Au moins cinq femmes accusent l’archevêque de Rabat Cristobal Lopez Romero, 74 ans, de violences sexuelles, selon une enquête de l’AFP 11 Commenter Partager l’article Sauvegarder l’article Signaler une faute 20 Minutes avec AFP Publié le 07/07/2026 à 19h46 • Mis à jour le 07/07/2026 à 22h06 Au moins cinq femmes accusent l’archevêque de Rabat (Maroc) Cristobal Lopez Romero de violences sexuelles, selon une enquête de l’AFP. Des signalements qui ont provoqué une enquête du Vatican et conduit…
Read MoreAu moins 22 militaires et supplétifs civils tués dans des attaques au Burkina Faso
Accueil Dernières dépêches Au moins 22 militaires et supplétifs civils tués dans des attaques au Burkina Faso Au moins 22 militaires et supplétifs civils de l’armée ont été tués dans des attaques de djihadistes présumés samedi et dimanche dans le nord du Burkina Faso, ont indiqué mardi à l’AFP des sources sécuritaires. Belga Agence Publié le 07-07-2026 à 19h26 à Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire “La base d’un des BIR (Bataillon d’intervention rapide), à Di, près de Dédougou, a été ciblée samedi matin par des djihadistes”, a indiqué à l’AFP une source…
Read MoreDiplomatic accolade masks underlying economic trade-offs between Togo and Burkina Faso
The Symbolism and Substance of Togo’s Highest Diplomatic Honor In a recent diplomatic gesture, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Togo was bestowed with the Commander of the Order of the Stallion, Burkina Faso’s preeminent national honor. While official channels frame this accolade as a testament to Lomé’s dedication to an “open, solidaristic, and neighborly diplomacy,” the underlying political landscape reveals a far more pragmatic—and less flattering—reality. The Calculus Behind Diplomatic Recognition Diplomatic honors often serve as more than mere ceremonial gestures; they can signal strategic alliances or convey subtle…
Read MoreSahel Russia partnership: strategic alliance or fresh dependency?
On 8 July 2026, Niamey hosted the second round of high-level consultations between the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) foreign ministers and Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov. While officials frame the meeting as a landmark step toward a partnership rooted in sovereignty and mutual respect, a critical question lingers: could this alignment introduce a new form of dependence—one anchored in Moscow rather than Paris? For years, AES leaders have criticised the entrenched influence of former colonial powers, particularly France, under the banner of national sovereignty. Yet substituting one foreign power for…
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire | Transition urbaine : quand Abidjan dessine la ville durable africaine de demain
Face à la croissance démographique, le Grand Abidjan fait l’objet d’une réorganisation structurelle majeure. Entre grands chantiers d’infrastructures et programmes de logements, les autorités ivoiriennes déploient une stratégie sectorielle visant à instaurer une planification urbaine plus moderne, ordonnée et sécurisée à l’horizon 2030. La dynamique démographique de la Côte d’Ivoire propulse le pays à l’avant-garde de la transition urbaine en Afrique de l’Ouest. Les projections de l’Union Économique et Monétaire Ouest-Africaine (UEMOA), estiment que le pays devrait devenir le plus urbanisé de cet espace d’ici 2030, avec un taux franchissant…
Read MoreEbola Outbreak in DRC Reaches 500 Deaths
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has surpassed 500 deaths, according to the latest data from the Congolese Ministry of Health. Health authorities have reported 1,561 confirmed cases, including 506 fatalities. Additionally, 253 people have been declared recovered, while 628 patients with confirmed cases are currently being treated in isolation or hospitalization. The outbreak, declared on May 15, is now spreading to 36 health zones across the provinces of Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu, where community transmission of the virus continues unabated. Ituri remains the…
Read MorePHC company targeted by alleged blackmailer amidst legal vindication in DRC
7 juillet 2026 Auteur : Agnelo Agnade Diabolisation de la société PHC : Un maître-chanteur recruté ! Partager FacebookXWhatsAppLinkedinEmail Imprimer A television personality, who deceptively presents himself as a journalist, has cultivated a reputation for blackmail. This illicit practice is his preferred method, utilized on his television platform and across social media, to extract funds from prominent political figures and business leaders. Following a recent smear campaign against Minister of State Guy Loando Mboyo and Minister José Mpanda Kabangu, based on a fabricated investigation—a sordid undertaking for which he reportedly received $100,000…
Read MoreSénégal: résultats «alarmants» d’une étude sur la qualité de l’eau en sachet
Sénégal: résultats «alarmants» d’une étude sur la qualité de l’eau en sachet RFI mar. 7 juillet 2026 à 11:14 AM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. Avec notre correspondante à Dakar, Léa-Lisa Westerhoff Entre les mois d’août et de septembre 2018, quatre chercheurs de l’université Cheikh-Anta-Diop de Dakar ont prélevé, dans les cinq plus grands marchés de la capitale (Tilène, Thiaroye, Colobane, Grand-Yoff et Soumbédioune), 60 sachets d’eau, un mode de consommation très populaire au Sénégal du fait du prix peu élevé de ces…
Read MoreBurkina Faso bans poverty porn amid dignity and sovereignty debates
In a landmark decision, Burkina Faso’s transitional government has outlawed the practice of poverty porn—the exploitation of human suffering for engagement or funding. This move challenges long-standing content creation and humanitarian reporting norms, reigniting the critical dialogue on human dignity versus the lens of the camera. Ethical concerns and the commodification of distress The rapid expansion of digital platforms has turned misérabilisme into a highly profitable currency. A familiar pattern emerges: influencers or organizations capture close-up footage of malnourished children, internally displaced persons, or families in dire straits, often with…
Read MoreA significant development in Cameroon’s fake decree scandal
A significant development has emerged in Cameroon concerning an alleged attempt to circulate falsified presidential decrees. Johann Sitchom has been apprehended in connection with efforts to broadcast these dubious documents through the national television station, CRTV. This incident forms a central element of what has become widely recognized as the “Baboke affair,” a situation that continues to command considerable public and political scrutiny. The unfolding investigation into this serious matter has drawn attention to various individuals within Cameroon’s political sphere. Prominent figures whose names frequently arise in discussions surrounding such…
Read MoreBurkina Faso grapples with asymmetric warfare as terror toll rises
Recent attacks in Burkina Faso have left a grim tally, with at least fifty soldiers and members of the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP) killed in coordinated assaults. While such losses demand attention, the situation on the ground is far more nuanced than a mere tally of casualties. The surge in violence signals a critical juncture: the Burkinabe army, having disrupted terrorist strongholds, now faces the desperate countermeasures of a cornered enemy. Beyond the numbers: Understanding the enemy’s shifting tactics In asymmetric warfare, casualty figures alone cannot…
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