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Niamey, July 27, 2026 — The Nigerien government is committed to transforming the upcoming Scientific College of Niamey into a premier institution dedicated to nurturing the nation’s brightest scientific minds. This morning, Dr. Élisabeth Shérif, Minister of National Education, Literacy, and Language Promotion, conducted an on-site inspection of the construction site to verify progress and ensure the project stays on schedule. The unannounced visit underscores the government’s rigorous oversight of major educational investments. Accompanied by project engineers and technical supervisors, the Minister examined the evolving infrastructure, assessing the current state…

The government of Chad has formally notified the United Nations Secretary-General of its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), a move that sends shockwaves through the global justice landscape. Announced on July 27, this unprecedented diplomatic shift underscores deep-seated frustrations over what N’Djamena describes as the ICC’s politically driven focus on African nations, leaving the global south underrepresented in its accountability mechanisms. A historic rupture with international justice By submitting its withdrawal request under the Rome Statute, Chad has initiated a year-long transition period before its exit…

While Bamako breathes easier with the arrival of two critical convoys—one carrying fuel and the other heavy weaponry—the heart of Mali remains trapped in a tightening security nightmare. A stark contrast emerges between the capital’s hard-won logistical victories and the relentless terror gripping central regions, where the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) continues to tighten its grip. Bamako’s lifelines: fuel and firepower secure the capital After weeks of strained supply chains and heightened tensions, Bamako received a much-needed reprieve in late July. Two high-stakes deliveries broke the logistical blockade…

The Kingdom of Morocco is accelerating efforts to secure the necessary funding for the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline (GAA), a landmark cross-border energy initiative developed in collaboration with Nigeria. Through strategic negotiations, Rabat aims to gather 26 billion dollars in financing, primarily from the United States Export-Import Bank (US Exim Bank) and the World Bank, as confirmed by Morocco’s Ambassador to the United States, Youssef Amrani. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

The Beninese government, backed by global partners, has launched an ambitious initiative to revitalize the nation’s agricultural sector. The Food Systems project, with a budget exceeding $20 million, aims to restore degraded lands and transform maize and rice value chains by 2030, ensuring long-term food security. Land degradation: a silent crisis threatening Benin’s economy Agriculture is the backbone of Benin’s economy, accounting for 70% of employment, 26% of GDP, and 80% of export earnings. Yet this vital sector faces a growing crisis: soil degradation. Speaking at the project’s launch in…