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The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) carried out an escort and security operation for civilian vehicles on the Kayes–Sandaré–Diéma–Bamako road corridor from 23 to 29 June 2026. This mission aimed to strengthen security along this strategic axis. A first detachment of FAMa escorted a convoy of 540 civilian trucks from Kayes to Sandaré. At the same time, a second group left Diéma on 23 June to join the convoy, taking charge of the 540 trucks as well as several vehicles that had been immobilised in Sandaré. After regrouping at Diéma, the…

Une délégation de la LOPIS reçue par le Premier ministre du Niger mardi 30 juin 2026 16:40 NIAMEY – Une délégation de la Ligue des oulémas, prêcheurs et imams du Sahel (LOPIS) a été reçue à Niamey par le Premier ministre de la République du Niger, Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, avec lequel elle a passé en revue la vision de la Ligue et son rôle dans le renforcement de la sécurité intellectuelle dans la région, indique mardi un communiqué de cette instance. LOPIS Articles connexes By Aïcha Abdou — Senior…

Libreville, Tuesday 30 June 2026 – Gabon is aiming to turn its exceptional biodiversity into an economic driver. By unveiling its new national strategy for sustainable tourism and crafts, the government is launching an ambitious project that goes far beyond the tourism sector. Behind this roadmap lies a fresh vision for national development, based on valuing natural capital, creating jobs, and diversifying an economy still heavily reliant on extractive resources. Gathered at the Cité de la Démocratie in Libreville, the country’s top officials, technical partners, diplomats, and private sector representatives…

Paris Saint-Germain has finalized its first summer transfer by accepting an offer from AC Milan for Gonçalo Ramos. The Portuguese striker, who spent three seasons with the Parisians and secured 12 trophies—including back-to-back Champions League titles—will now join the Italian club on a permanent deal until 2031. His departure leaves a significant gap in PSG’s attack, prompting an urgent search for a replacement. Paris considers Folarin Balogun as potential successor With the need to reinforce their striking department, PSG is reportedly eyeing Folarin Balogun, the prolific scorer from AS Monaco.…

After securing their second consecutive Champions League title, Paris Saint-Germain are planning an active summer transfer window. The Parisian club aims to refresh Luis Enrique’s squad for the upcoming season and has therefore explored several options, including a move for Mateus Fernandes. However, a Premier League heavyweight appears to be in the driving seat for the 21-year-old attacking midfielder’s transfer. Manchester United in pole position for Mateus Fernandes? According to sources close to the situation, Manchester United are currently in pole position for Mateus Fernandes. The West Ham player reportedly…

Libreville, Tuesday 30 June 2026 – For years, the debate around the water and electricity crisis in Gabon has focused only on the consequences: endless outages, water shortages, load shedding, public anger. But a fundamental question was rarely raised: have the people who truly understand the networks, the facilities and the technical constraints been listened to enough? The meeting held this week between President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and SEEG staff at the Jean Violas Training Centre in Owendo could mark a turning point in the national understanding of this…

“Senegalese authorities should be free to use European development funds to purchase Chinese-made buses if that benefits local workers,” said Udo Bullmann, a prominent socialist member of the European Parliament. A European tender worth over €300 million for bus supply and infrastructure in Dakar, Senegal’s capital, has stirred controversy, as the contract appears likely to go to a Chinese state-linked company previously found guilty of violating EU foreign subsidy rules. While some European officials and lawmakers have criticised the prospect — one calling it “madness” — Bullmann said he would…

The constitutional courts of Gabon and Togo are moving closer together through shared efforts and exchange of expertise. The heads of these two high jurisdictions, Dieudonné Aba’a Owono and Professor Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley, laid the groundwork for this cooperation yesterday at the Palais de la Constitution in Libreville, following the arrival of the Togolese delegation on a working and friendship visit. This initiative builds on the excellent relations between Gabon’s President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and Togo’s President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, who share common views on several regional and international issues.…

Expected to be very active this summer, PSG has just made its first big move official. Gonçalo Ramos is leaving the Parisian club after three seasons. The Portuguese striker has signed with AC Milan until 2031. This summer, PSG will undergo some significant squad changes. Luis Enrique wants to refresh a group that has won the Champions League twice in a row. And while things are heating up behind the scenes, the first major mercato move has just been confirmed with Gonçalo Ramos signing for AC Milan. Gonçalo Ramos to…

In a globalized economy where trust has become the most valuable currency, Africa is accelerating its regulatory transformation. The Togolese capital will host the third edition of the “Meeting of Compliance and Risk Officers” on 8 and 9 July 2026. This event, now firmly established in the continent’s professional calendar, is set to gather over 1,000 African and European experts. Beyond the numbers, the gathering in Lomé lays the groundwork for a critical challenge: how to reconcile economic growth, the demands of international donors, and business ethics. Compliance becomes the…

Seven years after the fire that ravaged Sonara, its general manager steps up to the microphone and solemnly declares to the world’s media that the company is reborn this Monday, June 29, 2026. One would have expected at least a memorandum of understanding with a financial partner. But no — it was a statement made after a meeting organised by a quartet of ministers to assess the cost of reconstruction and its financing model, even before approaching the market to find partners. Here is the analysis: The chosen financing model…