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A Malian court has sentenced a French national, described as a spy for French intelligence with diplomatic status, to 20 years in prison for undermining state security. Detained in Bamako since August 2025, he was found guilty following a trial on Thursday before the criminal chamber of the specialized anti-terrorism division. In addition to the prison term, the defendant, identified as Yann V., received a 20-year ban from entering Mali and was fined 5,400 euros. According to Malian authorities, the man was arrested on August 13, 2025, during an operation…

In the central Malian town of Koro, local infrastructure is struggling to cope with the sudden surge of refugees fleeing escalating violence in neighboring Burkina Faso. Thousands of displaced individuals have crossed the border since late May, facing immense challenges in securing even the most basic necessities. fleeing terror: families abandon homes under duress The exodus began after armed groups issued ultimatums to villages in central Burkina Faso, forcing residents to abandon their homes within hours. Hamsetou, who arrived in Koro with her daughter and extended family, recalled the harrowing…

Polisario Front Western Sahara UN By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

Niamey, 7 June 2026 – Nigerien authorities marked a new milestone in the fight against narcotics trafficking by incinerating a major cocaine shipment seized in several operations across the country. The ceremony took place this Sunday at the Central Livestock Laboratory (LABOCEL), under the aegis of the National Coordination Commission for Drug Control (CNCLD). Over 319 kg of cocaine destroyed A total of 280 bricks of cocaine, weighing 319.745 kilograms, were destroyed. This substantial quantity came from two major seizures: 47 bricks intercepted in Gaya, in the Dosso region, on…

Chadian Prime Minister Allamaye Halina has officially launched the construction of a 40-megawatt mobile gas turbine power plant in N’Djamena, a project that underscores deepening energy cooperation between Chad and Algeria. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Prime Minister Halina highlighted the significance of the project, describing it as a concrete symbol of the fraternal bonds and growing collaboration between the two countries. He expressed sincere gratitude to Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and the Algerian people for their solidarity and support, which he said will boost Chad’s electricity generation capacity, improve…

N’DJAMENA — The Prime Minister of Algeria, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, landed in N’Djamena on Monday at the invitation of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. This official visit underscores the commitment to deepen fraternal ties, strengthen cooperation, and expand strategic partnerships between Algeria and Chad. Upon arrival, the Algerian delegation was greeted with formal ceremonies, reflecting the importance placed on bilateral relations. Discussions are set to focus on key areas of mutual interest, including regional security, economic collaboration, and shared developmental goals. Analysts view this visit as a significant step toward reinforcing alliances…

Colonel Michaël Randrianirina arrived in Libreville last Friday to hold talks with President Oligui Nguema. This meeting is part of efforts to deepen friendship and cooperation between Gabon and Madagascar. The President of the Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar undertook a forty-eight-hour working and friendship visit to Libreville. During his stay, the Malagasy leader was received in audience at the Palais Rénovation by President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and the refoundation process underway in Madagascar. On this occasion, the Malagasy delegation attended a…

Africa Cameroun: promising korean partnership to boost cocoa and industry A South Korean industrialist, Dr. Hae-Jung Jung, has pledged substantial investments in Cameroon’s cocoa and manufacturing sectors following a productive meeting with the country’s Commerce Minister, Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana. Staff Reporter June 2026 — 2 min read Share In a bold move to expand market opportunities for Cameroonian cocoa through direct trade channels, the country’s Commerce Minister, Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana, reached out in late 2024 to key global chocolate industry leaders, including Dr. Hae-Jung Jung from South Korea.…

Diplomatic breakthrough: France and Morocco unite for sustainable water solutions Fresh from presenting his credentials to the Moroccan leadership, France’s newly appointed ambassador Philippe Lalliot chose Rabat’s Mohammed VI Polytechnic University as the platform for his maiden public address. His speech at the Paris Peace Forum highlighted the innovative Franco-Moroccan partnership model, blending international law advocacy with tangible cross-border initiatives. Defending global stability through shared principles In a world grappling with cascading crises, Ambassador Lalliot emphasized that international law remains a cornerstone for global stability. “The principles of international law…