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The Stade Vélodrome will host a high-stakes Ligue 1 showdown this weekend as Olympique de Marseille (OM) faces Stade Rennais in a must-win battle for European qualification. With just one match remaining in the season, the Phocéens must secure victory to leapfrog their opponents and claim the fifth-place spot—currently held by Rennes—guaranteeing a spot in next season’s UEFA Europa Conference League. Despite last week’s 3-1 triumph over Le Havre, Marseille’s form remains a cause for concern. The win offered a glimmer of hope, but their defensive frailties and lackluster attacking…

In early May, Senegalese military forces, supported by trained detection dogs, launched a major operation to dismantle cannabis cultivation sites in the volatile Casamance region. This latest campaign marks another chapter in a decades-old conflict that has simmered since 1982, despite the lingering presence of a weakened separatist movement. The crackdown took place near the Gambian border, where remnants of the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC)—a group that has fought for Casamance’s independence since December 1982—operate. According to Colonel Cheikh Guèye, regional military commander in Ziguinchor, the operation…

In the heart of Chad, N’Djamena faces a pressing challenge: the unregulated nature of its minibus transportation system. As the capital city grapples with rapid demographic growth and urban expansion, the lack of designated stops for these ubiquitous vehicles has become a growing concern. Every day, commuters rely on minibuses for their daily travels, yet the absence of structured pick-up and drop-off zones forces drivers to halt abruptly in the middle of busy streets. This informal practice not only disrupts traffic flow but also poses serious safety risks for passengers…

Algeria and Chad formalized a landmark agreement in N’Djamena, marking a significant step toward fast-tracking infrastructure and public works initiatives under their strengthened bilateral partnership. The deal, inked during a high-level working visit, outlines streamlined procedures to accelerate projects agreed upon in April, including critical roadway developments. The memorandum was signed by Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellaoui, and Chad’s Minister of Infrastructure, Desenclavement and Road Maintenance, Amir Idriss Kourda, on the second day of the Algerian delegation’s official visit to Chad’s capital. Key stakeholders from…

Tchad: street vendors rise while children bear the hidden cost In the bustling markets of Chad, a quiet revolution is unfolding—one led by women who have taken to the streets to sell their wares. Yet behind their newfound independence lurks a troubling reality for the nation’s children. A new rhythm in Chad’s streets: women take charge From the crack of dawn, the pavements of N’Djamena, Moundou, and Abéché come alive with the energy of women balancing baskets of ripe mangoes, golden beignets, and vibrant fabrics. Their voices cut through the…

The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) within PASTEF-Les Patriotes formally initiated the process to elect the party’s president on May 14, 2026. As outlined in decision N°001/2026/HARP, the window for submitting candidacies commenced on May 15 and will close promptly at noon on May 20, 2026. Addressing President Diomaye Faye’s call for reform? Crucially, this directive does not grant automatic re-election to the incumbent president, Ousmane Sonko. Instead, it formally opens the leadership contest to all factions within the party, allowing the current Prime Minister to seek a renewed…

The month of May has long been synonymous with social upheaval in Senegal, a tradition stretching back to the global labor rights movements of 1968. Coinciding with International Workers’ Day on May 1st, this period now amplifies ongoing discontent across multiple sectors in 2024. Workers, students, and civil servants are uniting in a crescendo of demands that show no signs of easing. From Dakar’s bustling transit systems to the corridors of academic institutions, tensions are reaching boiling points that threaten to disrupt daily life throughout the country. Transportation sector paralyzed…

Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Chad’s government has firmly rejected allegations from the United Nations concerning civilian casualties resulting from military operations in the Lake Chad region. Gassim Chérif Mahamat, the Minister of Communication and government spokesperson, addressed national media on Thursday, asserting that such accusations are designed to discredit the Chadian army and undermine its integrity. He underscored the Chadian armed forces’ unwavering professionalism and their crucial role at the forefront of the fight against terrorism across the Sahel and within the Lake Chad basin. These accusations follow…

The third annual mobile phone and application exhibition has successfully opened its doors in Abidjan, underscoring Côte d’Ivoire’s strategic drive to forge a robust digital mobile sector, integrating both national and international industry players. This significant event brings together equipment manufacturers, application developers, telecommunication operators, and institutional representatives within a nation where smartphones have become the primary gateway to internet access. The 2024 edition builds upon the foundations laid by its two predecessors, which initiated crucial dialogues between the industry and public authorities. Strategically, this gathering occurs as the Ivorian…

The final matchday of Ligue 1’s 2025/26 season is set to deliver high-stakes drama as Olympique de Marseille host Stade Rennais at the Stade Orange Vélodrome this Sunday. With Europe’s qualifying spots hanging in the balance, this showdown promises intensity, tactical battles, and a fight for pride between two teams with contrasting ambitions. While the Stade Rennais team aims to secure a top-four finish and potential UEFA Champions League qualification, Marseille faces a must-win scenario to avoid slipping behind AS Monaco in the race for a European spot. The stakes…

In Senegal, a silent epidemic is spreading across digital spaces, disproportionately targeting women. New research reveals that over 60% of Senegalese women have fallen victim to gendered disinformation campaigns designed to undermine their credibility by attacking their bodies, sexuality, and private lives rather than their ideas or professional work. This disturbing trend, highlighted in a recent study, shows that while men are often subjected to false information about political or economic matters, women—especially those in public roles—face a different kind of smear campaign. These attacks focus on their morality, personal…