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The Moroccan Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, has once again brought up the long-standing issue of Ceuta and Melilla, asserting that Morocco seeks formal negotiations with Spain to reclaim what it considers its sovereign territories. In a recent interview, Ouahbi emphasized that Rabat’s historical claims remain on the table as part of a patient, dialogue-driven strategy, particularly given the recurring nature of this topic in high-level bilateral meetings. Addressing the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta on July 30 and 31, the minister stressed Spain’s obligation to handle and repatriate unaccompanied…

The catastrophic collision involving two prominent public transport operators, STM and SONITRAV, in Niger’s Maradi region on August 7, 2026, claimed 22 lives and injured 37, leaving behind a scene of twisted metal wreckage. In response to widespread public outrage, the Ministry of Transport quickly announced «severe penalties,» potentially including the revocation of operating licenses. However, this display of governmental resolve appears to be a piecemeal reaction, diverting attention from critical underlying issues: the glaring failures in public oversight, the problematic economic models adopted by transport companies, and the dilapidated…

Gabon: suspension du site d’information 241 par la Haute Autorité de la communication Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. The High Authority of Communication (HAC) in Gabon has delivered a significant blow to media freedom, suspending the news website Info 241 indefinitely. This decisive action stems from a contentious article published by the online portal. At the heart of the controversy is a piece titled: « Lanlaire balance sur Oligui: 150 000 € offerts, vidéos compromettantes, bisexualité, 20 milliards dilapidés… ». This article features allegations…

lyon prague live: follow the third qualifying round return match With a precarious 2-1 first-leg deficit, Olympique Lyonnais faces a must-win clash against Sparta Prague at Groupama Stadium in the third qualifying round second leg of the UEFA Champions League. Live coverage of this high-stakes encounter begins at 21:00. Under intense scrutiny following their disappointing away loss, Lyon manager Paulo Fonseca has sprung a tactical surprise by fielding Malick Fofana and Ernest Nuamah from the start, alongside returning defender Moussa Niakhaté. The victor of this tie will progress to face…

Russian military activities across six key airbases in Libya have intensified, signaling Moscow’s growing influence in North Africa while facilitating arms transfers and mercenary deployments to conflict zones. The expansion includes infrastructure development, personnel deployments, and strategic positioning of military assets in locations such as Al-Joufra, Al-Khadim, Al-Qardabiyah, Brak Al-Shati, Maaten al-Sarra, and Tamenhant. These bases now house advanced defense systems, MiG-29 fighter jets, and drones, with active involvement from Russian military personnel and associated mercenary groups. Additional investments are reportedly underway for the port and airbase in Tobruk. Shift…

The culmination of a historic electoral process was marked this Monday when President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema received Vice-President of the Government Herman Immongault and Minister of Labour Jacqueline Ilogue, spouse Bignoumba. The high-level meeting formalised the handover of the final report on the nation’s first-ever professional elections, conducted under direct presidential oversight. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

The White House has forwarded a fresh slate of diplomatic appointments to the U.S. Senate, including proposed ambassadors to two key African nations. These nominations reflect an ongoing strategic realignment in Washington’s diplomatic corps. Among the candidates is William Flens, a seasoned diplomat from the Senior Foreign Service, tapped to represent the United States in Chad. His counterpart for Gabon is Keith Heffern, also a career diplomat with extensive experience in the region. The broader list of nominees spans Madagascar, the Comoros, Togo, Mauritania, Benin, Malawi, and the Cape Verde,…

Bénin How Benin’s Senate structures its decision-making process The recently adopted internal regulations of the Senate of Bénin, finalized in Porto-Novo on July 30, 2026, outline five distinct legal instruments through which the upper chamber will exercise its authority. These measures—ranging from advisory opinions to decrees—define the framework for legislative oversight, political oversight, and potential sanctions against public officials. Benin Senate Press All articles August 11, 2026 at 6:35 PM POLITICS↓Read offline 0 views Key Decision-Making Tools Resolutions: shaping national policy Orders: enforcing constitutional penalties Advisory opinions: parliamentary recommendations Bureau…

Strengthening Ivorian-Mauritanian ties amid West African security concerns The President of Côte d’Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, welcomed his Mauritanian counterpart Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani at the Ivorian presidential palace on August 11, 2026, for a 24-hour working visit focused on deepening bilateral cooperation and addressing shared regional challenges. During their meeting, the two leaders explored avenues to consolidate the strong bonds between their nations, with particular emphasis on security cooperation and economic collaboration. The discussions also covered the evolving political landscape in West Africa and its potential impact on both…

Mali: surge in violence displaces nearly 40 000 people from north and center Violent clashes and airstrikes have forced tens of thousands of Malians to abandon their homes since late April. Gao and Ménaka are now sheltering a significant share of the displaced. Northern and central Mali are experiencing a fresh wave of conflict, leaving nearly 40 000 civilians displaced since late April. Humanitarian and security sources report that over 15 000 families have sought refuge in Gao and Ménaka, two key northern cities. Local officials in Gao alone have…

Ebola outbreak in DRC surpasses 2,000 deaths The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has now claimed over 2,000 lives, marking a grim milestone as the crisis intensifies. Health officials warn this surge is drawing closer to the country’s deadliest recorded epidemic, which occurred between 2018 and 2020. The DRC declared its 17th Ebola outbreak on May 15, months behind schedule, and it has since grown into the most severe health emergency of its kind in the nation’s history. Sania Nishtar, CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine…

French striker Randal Kolo Muani has opened up about the challenges he faced during his time at Tottenham Hotspur, admitting that his focus was divided by his desire to return to Juventus. The 27-year-old forward recently completed a high-profile move back to Turin, making history as Juventus’s most expensive French signing. Challenges in the Premier League spotlight Kolo Muani reflected candidly on his stint in the Premier League, where his performance did not meet expectations. Playing 41 matches across all competitions for Tottenham last season, he scored just five goals…