Togo’s president urges stronger Europe-Africa ties at FII PRIORITY Europe summit

Ousmane Tandja

Togo’s President advocates for a strategic Europe-Africa partnership at FII PRIORITY Europe At the FII PRIORITY Europe summit, held from June 18, 2026, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Council of Togo, delivered a powerful call for a fundamental reshaping of Europe-Africa relations. The high-level gathering focused on financing reindustrialization, strengthening supply chains, and adapting to the demands of the AI-driven global economy. The Togolese leader emphasized the need for a strategic partnership rooted in shared economic interests, productive investment, and balanced interdependence. In his view, traditional aid-based cooperation models…

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Marocco-spain academic partnership boosts management research ties

Aïcha Abdou

In a landmark move to strengthen academic collaboration between Morocco and Spain, two leading associations have formalized a strategic partnership focused on advancing management sciences. The agreement was officially signed on Saturday in Santander, Spain, uniting the Moroccan Association of Management (AMG), headquartered in Rabat, with Spain’s Scientific Association of Economics and Business Management (ACEDE). Expanding research and academic exchanges This memorandum of understanding lays out a robust framework for joint initiatives, including: Facilitating scientific exchanges between scholars, researchers, and PhD candidates from both nations Launching collaborative research projects to…

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Bamako hosts film festival spotlighting Mali’s security journey

Ousmane Tandja

On June 16, Bamako became the center of a thought-provoking cinematic event as the International Documentary Film Festival dedicated to national heroes unfolded, shedding light on two powerful documentaries that delve into Mali’s ongoing security challenges. Documentaries spark reflection on Mali’s security alliances The festival featured two standout films, each offering a unique perspective on Mali’s evolving partnerships amid its fight against insurgency. The first, titled Au revoir la France, examines the complexities of Mali’s collaboration with French forces during its security crisis and the eventual shift toward asserting its…

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Côte d’Ivoire leads UEMOA’s economic growth despite Sahel challenges

Aïcha Abdou

As the dominant force in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), Côte d’Ivoire continues to assert its economic leadership through a rare combination of strengths: a thriving domestic market, cutting-edge infrastructure, a world-class port system, and investment capacity that far outpaces its regional peers. These factors solidify Abidjan’s status as one of Africa’s most influential economic hubs. The country’s economic engine status is no accident. With over 4,195 billion CFA francs allocated to public investments, Côte d’Ivoire maintains a commanding lead in the UEMOA bloc. This financial commitment…

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Cameroon’s path to national awakening amid deep-rooted challenges

Aïcha Abdou

Cameroon’s path to national awakening amid deep-rooted challenges A nation’s true strength is forged not in the shadows of corruption but in the collective will to rise above systemic decay. As Cameroon grapples with entrenched structural flaws, the call for a unified awakening grows louder than ever. The grandeur of a nation cannot be purchased in the backrooms of endemic corruption nor nurtured within the elite circles of self-serving privilege that drain the country’s vitality. Faced with persistent structural crises that weigh heavily on its shoulders, Cameroon stands at a…

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Eastern DRC voices firm stance against Rwanda’s regional interference

Aïcha Abdou

eastern DRC voices firm stance against Rwanda’s regional interference Aimé Boji Sangara Politics Saturday, June 20, 2026 – 21:32 The President of the National Assembly, Aimé Boji Sangara, dedicated a significant portion of his address during the closing of the March ordinary session on Monday, June 15, 2026, to the alarming security situation in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). He described it as the primary concern of the national representation. From the outset, he underscored the gravity of the situation on the ground. The Speaker of the lower…

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Terror attack at Niamey airport exposes foreign-backed violence in Niger

Aïcha Abdou

Niamey airport targeted in deadly terror assault as AES points to foreign sponsors The international airport in Niamey, Niger’s capital, came under a coordinated terror strike early on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Claimed by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims—a regional Al‑Qaeda affiliate—the attack left 11 soldiers and two civilians dead, along with 22 militants killed in the ensuing clash. The Confederation of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso—issued a sharply worded statement branding the assault “cowardly and treacherous”, noting that it unfolded within meters…

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Gabon’s strategic role in Africa’s economic reshaping

Ousmane Tandja

Economy Gabon’s strategic role in Africa’s economic reshaping Editorial Team June 20, 2026 Libreville, June 20, 2026 – Africa is undergoing a profound economic transformation. Historically constrained by colonial-era borders, the continent is now forging the world’s largest integrated market by number of participating nations. The meeting held Friday in Libreville between Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), was far more than a routine diplomatic exchange. It symbolized Gabon’s determination to emerge as a key player in Africa’s…

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CENCO warns of looming crisis in democratic republic of Congo

Ousmane Tandja

In a striking communiqué released in Kinshasa, the National Episcopal Conference of the Congo (CENCO) has issued a stark warning about the escalating crises gripping the Democratic Republic of the Congo. During an emergency plenary session, the bishops painted a grim picture of the country’s socio-economic, security, and political landscape, labeling the nation as being on the brink of collapse. The bishops emphasized that the most pressing concern remains the deteriorating security situation in the eastern regions of the country. Despite multiple peace agreements, armed groups continue to wreak havoc,…

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Can the prosecutor act on economic lies in Senegal

Ousmane Tandja

Is it legally permissible for the Republic’s Prosecutor to initiate proceedings against economic deception when it originates from a high-ranking government official? This question has gained urgency following the recent admission by Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, that his claims about a so-called “hidden debt” were entirely fabricated. The revelation that these allegations—first aired in a September 2024 press conference—were baseless has sent shockwaves through the nation’s economic landscape. Economists and financial analysts had warned at the time that such unfounded accusations could destabilize investor confidence and erode Senegal’s financial…

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Congo constitutional reform in lubumbashi apec backs people-driven changes

Ousmane Tandja

Congo constitutional reform in Lubumbashi: APEC endorses people-driven changes Politics June 20, 2026 Dominique Unyon Pewu In a historic gathering at Lubumbashi’s Gécamines stadium, the Action des Patriotes pour l’Émergence du Congo (APEC) made a bold statement about the Democratic Republic of Congo’s constitutional reform debate. The party, led by interim president Dominique UNYON-PEWU and under the moral authority of Louis WATUM Kabamba, not only celebrated a surge in membership but also positioned itself as a key voice in the national conversation on constitutional change. The stadium was electric with…

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Haut-Uele denies alleged links between Governor Bakomito and Corneille Nangaa

Ousmane Tandja

Haut-Uele denies alleged links between Governor Bakomito and Corneille Nangaa June 20, 2026 Politics The Haut-Uele provincial government’s communication unit has swiftly responded to allegations questioning Governor Jean Bakomito Gambu’s potential ties with Corneille Nangaa. Below is the full statement issued by Muammar Awoni, Head of the Provincial Communication Cell (Cellcom). In a formal rebuttal, Cellcom categorically denies claims that the economic life of Isiro, the provincial capital, was paralyzed on June 17, 2026. According to local stakeholders consulted, no such disruption occurred. The statement also dismisses reports of school…

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