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The outgoing governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, won with 50.8% of the votes in the election held on Saturday, August 15, in this mining region of southwestern Nigeria. Candidate of the Accord Party after leaving the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), he outperformed the ruling party’s representative, Bola Oyebamiji, following a particularly tense campaign. This […]
The Malagasy transition authority has announced that a first vote dedicated to the future constitutional framework of the country will be held in July 2027. A presidential election should then be organized before the end of the same year, but the schedule for the prior national consultation remains unclear. Colonel Michael Randrianirina presented this deadline […]
The Congolese government claims to have secured the surrender of nearly 600 fighters from the Mobondo group and secured several areas in the west of the Democratic Republic of Congo. However, the threat remains, as some militia members are still holed up in the bush. Facing the press on Monday, August 17, Minister Delegate in […]
The rise in international oil prices is leading to another increase in fuel prices in Senegal. Super gasoline is now sold at 990 FCFA per liter, up from 920 FCFA previously, while diesel is also subjected to an adjustment. The new rates were announced on August 14, 2026, in a statement from the Senegalese Prime […]
In accordance with its statutory provisions, the political party Moele-Bénin announces the holding of its National Council during the first half of September 2026. This decision-making body will meet in a particular context, marked by the 8th anniversary of the party’s creation and following the cycle of communal, legislative, and presidential elections. Despite the absence […]
A technical delegation made up of representatives from the Benin Civil Protection Agency (ABPC), SIRAT, and the municipality of Abomey-Calavi visited several neighborhoods in the commune on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The inspection prioritized the wastewater and rainwater collectors flowing towards the bridges of Hêvié, Womey 1, and Womey 2. This joint intervention followed a […]
A family tragedy rocked the village of Touléhoudji, specifically the locality of Lawèhoué, located in the Lokogohoué district (Dogbo municipality). On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, a woman in her fifties was arrested by law enforcement after violently attacking her ten-year-old grandson with a machete. The incident occurred while the grandmother and the young boy were […]
After a complicated experience in Portugal, Dodo Dokou is set to return to the Egyptian Premier League. The Beninese international has officially signed with Arab Contractors FC, where he will try to relaunch his career. Dodo Dokou is changing scenery and returning to a league he knows well. The Beninese midfielder has officially joined Arab […]
The coach of Egypt, Hossam Hassan, is reported to have been hospitalized after feeling unwell following a violent argument between his two wives. The incident, widely reported in the media and on Egyptian social networks, may also have consequences for his marital life. Hossam Hassan is going through a particularly tumultuous time off the pitch. […]
The tanker Ottoman Sincerity set sail on August 14, 2026, from the maritime terminal of Sèmè-Kpodji with one million barrels of Nigerian crude oil of “Meleck” quality on board. Sold by the Nigerien Oil Company (Sonidep) to the Algerian group Sonatrach in accordance with the agreement signed on July 22, 2026, this shipment marks the […]
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected for a second term with 2,965,326 votes, representing 60% of the ballots, according to results announced by the electoral commission. This victory allows him to continue his economic recovery program, despite a debated record and a campaign marked by political tensions and violence. Having come to power in […]
Senegalese lawmakers adopted a modification to Article 37 of the Constitution on August 17, with 133 votes out of 135. The text imposes a new declaration of assets at the end of the presidential term and extends this obligation to the Prime Minister and the President of the National Assembly. The National Assembly of Senegal […]
Gathered in Durban, the leaders of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) concluded their annual summit on August 17. The South African presidency, now held for a year by Cyril Ramaphosa, particularly highlighted migration tensions, the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), regional infrastructure, and the creation of a common tourist visa. […]
The final phase of the 25th edition of the National School Championships for primary education opened on Monday, August 17, 2026, at the Kpétonis City in Djougou. Organized by the Union of Sports and Cultural Associations of Primary Education (UASCEP), the competition brings together students from different departments of Benin for four days. The opening […]
Hardly had the success of the women’s team at the Billie Jean King Cup been celebrated when Beninese tennis continued its momentum. The Beninese Tennis Federation kicked off the national championship, with nearly 300 players engaged on the courts of Porto-Novo and Cotonou. Beninese tennis knows no downtime. Just a few days after the historic […]
Registration for the 2026-2027 training year is open at the public Vocational and Apprenticeship Training Centers in Benin. Candidates can submit their applications until Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5 PM, for a start date scheduled for September 28. The Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Job Promotion, responsible for vocational training, announces the […]
The Tunisian economy continued to progress in the second quarter of 2026, but at a slower pace than at the beginning of the year. The gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 2.3% year-on-year, notably supported by agriculture and services, while mining activities and hydrocarbons weighed on overall performance. Tunisian growth was set at 2.3% year-on-year […]
As the war in Sudan drags on for more than three years, Khartoum and Riyadh signed an agreement on August 17, establishing a Supreme Council for Strategic Cooperation and Coordination. This rapprochement confirms the intensification of relations between Saudi Arabia and the Sudanese army led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, in a conflict where regional […]
Nigerian star Davido has spoken in favor of some financial autonomy within the couple. The singer believes that each partner, both men and women, should have their own bank account to handle unexpected situations. Davido shared his vision of financial management within the couple during his appearance on the podcast The Uncut. When asked about […]
For the 2026-2027 school year, Benin will introduce new vocational training pathways in its Technical Professional High Schools. These programs, leading to the Technician’s Diploma in Trades (DTM), cover areas such as electricity, renewable energies, digital skills, automotive maintenance, and construction trades. The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, responsible for technical training, announced […]
Niger plans to build a refinery with a capacity of 100,000 barrels per day, as well as a petrochemical complex, as part of an agreement with the Canadian group Zimar Inc. The announced investment amounts to $1.9 billion, but the timeline for implementation and the financing arrangements have not been specified. The Nigerien government signed […]
The Beninese Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announces the opening, for the 2026-2027 school year, of ten vocational training programs in agricultural technical high schools. Awarded a Diploma of Technician in Trades (DTM), they cover areas such as livestock, aquaculture, plant production, and agricultural processing. The new offerings are aimed at young people […]
The ECOWAS Investment and Development Bank (BIDC) sees its long-term issuer rating upgraded from “B2” to “B1” by Moody’s. The agency maintained a stable outlook, a decision that the regional bank presents as recognition of the improvement in its financial situation and resilience. Announced in London on August 14, 2026, this upgrade concerns the BIDC’s […]
Mozambique plans to expand access to telecommunications services to at least 300 locations over the coming years. Announced by the Ministry of Communications and Digital Transformation, the initiative aims to reduce disparities in digital access across the country. Mozambican authorities present improving telecom coverage as a necessary condition for accelerating the country’s socio-economic development. The […]
