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Senegal and Gambia have reached a landmark agreement to definitively settle their long-standing border dispute through a consensual delimitation process. This resolution, confirmed by the Permanent Senegalese-Gambian Secretariat, follows weeks of heightened tensions triggered by a military incident near the Bulock area. The presidents of both nations instructed their joint border commissions to prioritize dialogue and mutual agreement, culminating in this breakthrough. Ahead of resumed joint operations to reinforce and densify the southern border, scheduled to restart on August 15 across key sections, this deal marks the resumption of a…

At the Space Forum Africa 2026 in Lomé, the conversation shifted from distant ambitions to tangible impact. From July 28 to 30, policymakers, researchers, investors, and innovators gathered to explore a groundbreaking idea: space technologies are no longer just about observing Earth from above. They now hold the power to boost productivity, predict disasters, enhance communications, and unlock new economic frontiers across Africa. For decades, Africa’s space narrative focused on distant goals—launching satellites, funding scientific programs, and training talent. Yet in Lomé, the dialogue took a decisive turn. The question…

Morocco had cautioned Spain in advance about the potential migration surge triggered by a recent Spanish court decision, a senior Moroccan official asserted, refuting any lapses in the country’s border security measures. In the past few days, nearly 60,000 individuals—primarily Moroccans—have either entered or attempted to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, either on foot or by swimming from the nearby city of Fnideq. This unprecedented influx quickly overwhelmed Ceuta’s resources before prompting thousands of returnees to Morocco. According to the high-ranking official, who spoke anonymously late Monday, Moroccan authorities…

July 19, 2026, will forever be etched into the memory of Ferran Torres and supporters of La Roja. In the World Cup final, 16 years after the national team’s first star, Spain once again claimed the world championship title, thanks to Torres’s decisive goal in extra time against Argentina (1-0). Even before this stellar performance in the final, Paris Saint-Germain had expressed interest in a Ferran Torres transfer. Now, the Spanish hero faces a critical decision: whether to reunite with his former coach, Luis Enrique, at PSG or commit to…

Morocco has firmly rejected Spain’s allegations that it deliberately facilitated the sudden influx of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Authorities in Rabat argue that the crisis stems from a Spanish court ruling in July that weakened deterrence measures against illegal immigration. A senior Moroccan official pointed out that the Spanish judiciary’s decision, which limits the immediate repatriation of migrants arriving by sea in Ceuta, was swiftly exploited by human trafficking networks. These groups spread claims that migrants would now be shielded from deportation once inside Spanish territory. «…

Kpomé, August 3, 2026 — In a strategic move to address the persistent challenge of youth unemployment across Togo, authorities are embracing a practical approach: transforming trained individuals into thriving rural entrepreneurs. In Kpomé, nestled within the Maritime region, fifty young people have just taken a significant step forward, receiving essential equipment to immediately launch their agricultural and livestock ventures. This crucial equipment distribution, which took place on July 20 under the patronage of Dotsè Medjina, the Secretary General of the Maritime Region Governorship, standing in for the governor, marks…

Senegal’s women’s football team exits CAN Féminine 2026 after draw with Morocco Host Morocco secured top spot in Group A with an unbeaten run, while Senegal’s campaign ended in disappointment. The final Group A clash between Senegal and Morocco at Rabat’s Moulay El Hassan Stadium ended all square at 0-0, sealing the Lionnes de la Téranga’s early exit from CAN Féminine 2026. Despite fielding a weakened side, Morocco maintained their unbeaten record and secured first place in the group. Senegal, already aware of their group-stage elimination, entered the match under…

In the southwestern region of Niger, a series of coordinated terror attacks struck villages in mid-July, leaving hundreds of residents displaced and seeking safety in neighboring areas. The assaults, unprecedented in the Dosso region, unfold near the borders with Nigeria and Benin—a zone that has become increasingly volatile since 2025. Authorities and local observers attribute the violence to extremist factions linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State, as documented by conflict monitoring organizations. Survivors fleeing the violence have primarily relocated to the Tahoua region, close to the Nigerian border, while…

Mali journalist sentenced to prison for criticizing junta The Malian journalist Chahana Takiou, director of the biweekly newspaper 22 Septembre, has been sentenced to one year in prison, including six months of actual incarceration. This verdict was handed down on August 3 by the National Cybercrime Unit in Bamako following remarks made during the Pan-African Media Forum. The case has reignited concerns about press freedom in the country. During the forum, the journalist sharply criticized the transitional authorities, particularly the application of cybercrime laws to prosecute journalists. He argued that…

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Two young innovators from Burkina Faso have arrived in Astana, Kazakhstan, to compete in the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) 2026, a premier global event showcasing the brightest young minds in AI. Pascaline Lompo and Madina Toé, the country’s representatives, spent months preparing through rigorous national selection processes and intensive machine learning training sessions. They are joined by their Team Leader, Ariel Shadrac Ouédraogo, who will guide them through the challenges ahead. This competition provides a platform for these Burkinabè talents to test their skills against peers from around…

Togo’s Economic Paradox: Modern Facades vs. Deteriorating Living Conditions As Lomé’s political elite heralds a new tailored republic with unprecedented public backing, the economic landscape of Togo tells a starkly different story. While the government flaunts progress in infrastructure and macroeconomic stability, the harsh reality of financial mismanagement and deepening poverty reveals a far bleaker picture for ordinary citizens. The narrative of transformation, often repeated in ministerial halls and donor forums, masks a troubling truth: under President Faure Gnassingbé’s leadership, Togo has become a financial black hole, consuming resources without…