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Benin has launched the national campaign for the free distribution of school kits for the 2026-2027 school year: 145,580 learners are targeted, with an investment of 752,393,674 FCFA.
ECOWAS still considers the launch of its single currency, the ECO, in 2027 possible. Its Convergence Council has called for the immediate convening of the presidential working group to accelerate the final preparations.
Ivorian rapper Sindika invites fans on Saturday 12 September to La Playa, on the Bassam road, for the first edition of “LA ROMA,” a concert-concept designed as a new chapter in his stage universe.
Slovan Bratislava faces Paris Saint-Germain this Wednesday at 21h at the Parc des Princes, with Yaya Touré on their bench for a historic first in the Champions League.
Beninese diva Angélique Kidjo and Senegalese star Youssou N’Dour will unite their repertoires on March 24, 2027, at the Grand Rex in Paris for a unique date in France announced as part of their project “Chimes of Freedom.”
Released on 4 September, MILO’s “1 MESSAGE: JESUS” climbed to the 6th spot on Apple Music albums in Côte d’Ivoire after a jump of 51 places. This surge extends a week already marked by three certifications announced by the artist.
D’Tigress leave the FIBA World Cup 2026 winless after a heavy 111-56 defeat to France. The Nigerian team finishes last in Group B after three losses.
Fanicko will celebrate ten years of career on 19 September 2026 at the Théâtre de verdure of the French Institute of Benin in Cotonou, with a concert announced as one of the highlights of the cultural season.
Saudi Arabia is preparing a framework granting the IAEA additional verification powers over sensitive nuclear activities, without fully adopting the Additional Protocol.
Ghana plans to begin deploying 5G before the end of 2026, following the allocation of new frequencies by the regulator. The reform is also expected to accelerate the modernization of rural networks.
The first Angola–Botswana business forum brings together more than 60 companies this 8 September in Luanda. The event accompanies Duma Boko’s state visit and aims to turn political rapprochement into investment and trade projects.
Nigeria’s port traffic reached 35.74 million tonnes in the second quarter of 2026, up 12.3 % year-on-year. Outbound flows increased by 22 %, while container traffic exceeded 602,000 TEUs.
Gabon’s outstanding debt to the IMF fell to 319.05 million SDRs at the end of August 2026, approximately 247 billion CFA francs, down 10.6% since the end of March.
The CSSPS 2026 in Ghana has already placed 527,932 candidates, representing 87.3% of eligible students. The system now includes an online admission and registration process to reduce travel to schools.
The price of gasoline in Iran is increasing from 8 September for motorists exceeding 110 liters per month: the additional liter rises from 50,000 to 100,000 rials, while the two subsidized quotas remain unchanged.
The IAEA Board of Governors adopted a resolution on Wednesday in Vienna referring Iran to the UN Security Council for failing to comply with its nuclear safeguards obligations.
Uganda has announced its withdrawal from the Invictus Games, barely two months after joining the movement founded by Prince Harry. The head of the army, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, says he wants to avoid any initiative that could be perceived as contrary to King Charles III.
As social media buzzes with speculation about a possible reconciliation between Regina Daniels and Ned Nwoko, the actress’s mother has sought to clarify the situation. Rita Daniels states that her daughter went to her ex-husband’s home following an invitation related to their children. Rumors of a reconciliation between Nollywood actress Regina Daniels and Senator Ned […]
Ivorian singer Geneviève Brou is preparing for the 10th edition of the International Gathering of Worshippers, set for November 22, 2026, at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. The organizers hope to gather 25,000 attendees.
The 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery project led by Aliko Dangote in Lamu is set to begin construction on September 30. However, access to crude oil, financing, port infrastructure, and environmental constraints remain major challenges ahead of a targeted commissioning around 2030.
With “Adjapiano – Down with the Jealous”, released on September 1, Joseph de Lapoche is making his mark in the conversations of Beninese showbiz. His team claims over 50,000 views in less than 48 hours.
Kenyan President William Ruto promulgated on Tuesday, September 8, in Nairobi four texts concerning the management of public finances, air royalties, demographic planning, and the administration of trusts. The package aims notably to strengthen the monitoring of public funds and to provide a legal foundation for the National Council for Population and Development.
Ghanaian musician Eugene Baah, known as Choirmaster, shared new footage from a shoot and explained that creating music helps him navigate the grief of his wife, actress Beverly Afaglo, who passed away in May.
Iran launched 20 ballistic missiles towards Jordan on Wednesday, 18 of which were intercepted, following American strikes against five Iranian oil tankers. Tehran claims to have targeted a base used by American forces and ships near the Strait of Hormuz.
