DRC militias, Hong Kong firms sanctioned by U.S. over conflict mineral trade
The United States has imposed new sanctions on armed groups and companies accused of fueling violence and exploiting conflict minerals in eastern Democratic Republic of […]
Articles by Geraldine Boechat
Dozens of Malian Soldiers Arrested Over Alleged Coup Plot Amid Rising Political Tensions
Dozens of soldiers in Mali have been detained on allegations of plotting to overthrow the country’s military Government, according to multiple sources. Reports suggest the […]
Death of One-Month-Old Baby in The Gambia Sparks Renewed Calls to End Female Genital Mutilation
The death of a one-month-old girl in The Gambia, reportedly after undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM), has ignited national outrage and calls for stronger enforcement […]
Türkiye and Senegal Sign Defence, Media, and Education Cooperation Agreements
Türkiye and Senegal have signed four agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in defence, media, and education. The accords were concluded on 7 August, following […]
UN Warns of Escalating Insecurity and Deepening Humanitarian Crisis in West Africa and the Sahel
The United Nations has warned that worsening insecurity in West Africa and the Sahel is intensifying humanitarian needs, with millions facing acute food shortages and […]
Guinea nationalizes UAE bauxite mine amid regional push for resource sovereignty
In a bold assertion of economic sovereignty, Guinea has seized control of a major bauxite concession previously owned by the UAE’s Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC), […]
Russia Pressures CAR to Replace Wagner with State-Controlled Africa Corps Amid Payment Dispute
Russia has formally requested the Central African Republic (CAR) to replace the private Wagner Group with its state-run Africa Corps for continued security support, according […]
Ouattara Grants Presidential Clemency to Over 8,500 Inmates and Increases Civil Servants’ Bonuses Ahead of Independence Anniversary
In a dignified and forward-looking address delivered from Abidjan, on the eve of Côte d’Ivoire’s 65th independence anniversary, President Alassane Ouattara announced on August 6 […]
Tunisia Enhances Eye Care Services, Eyes Medical Tourism Growth
In a high-level working session held Wednesday, August 6, at the Ministry of Health, Minister Mustapha Ferjani, alongside representatives of the Nadi Al-Basar Association and […]
Guinea Opposition Condemns Alleged State Bias in Upcoming Constitutional Referendum
Guinea’s political opposition has accused the Transitional government of misusing state resources to promote a “yes” vote in the upcoming constitutional Referendum scheduled for 25 […]