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The prosecution requested on Tuesday a 10-year prison sentence for columnist Youssouf Bathily, also known as Ras Bath, who is being prosecuted in Mali for “criminal association and undermining the state’s credibility.” They asked for the same sentence for influencer Rokia Doumbia, nicknamed “Rose, the high cost of living,” five of which would be suspended. […]

The Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex in Mali is ramping up its activities after a largely extended suspension in 2025. Its operator, the Canadian group Barrick Mining, reported an attributable production of 152,000 gold ounces in the first half of 2026, aiming for up to 362,500 ounces for the entire year. Mali’s largest gold mine, before the […]

The desire to leave Mauritius is growing significantly among the youth. According to the 2026 Afrobarometer report, published on August 10 in Réduit, 76% of 18-25 year-olds have considered, to varying degrees, moving abroad, compared to 26% ten years ago. This trend highlights the challenges faced by some of the Mauritian youth, particularly regarding employment, […]

The Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Postal Services (ARCEP) received representatives from the Consumers’ Association this Wednesday, August 12, 2026. This crucial working session follows the recent removal of so-called “unlimited” internet plans priced at 5,000 and 10,000 CFA francs by mobile network operators. Restoration of dialogue after the price revision The hearing granted […]

The internal regulations of the Beninese Senate, adopted on July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, provide for a specific procedure when a deputy is implicated in acts or statements deemed contrary to several fundamental principles. In some cases, the sanction can lead to the revocation of their mandate. The Beninese Senate now has a mechanism allowing […]

The Ministry of Early Childhood and Primary Education is taking firm measures to combat teacher and school director absenteeism during the pre-school year period of 2026-2027. Through a statement, the ministerial authorities announced an enhancement of on-site inspection controls to put an end to these recurring shortcomings. In order to inform all educational stakeholders about […]

Elected president of the Senate on August 6, 2026, Patrice Talon now has several powers provided by the internal regulations of the new chamber. Among them is the appointment of the Secretary General of the Senate and his deputy, after consulting the other members of the Bureau. Elected by his peers, Patrice Talon has officially […]

The Libyan National Oil Company (NOC) declared a state of emergency at the Zawiya refinery in the west of the country following several drone attacks targeting energy infrastructure since Saturday, August 8. A tank containing 4.5 million liters of gasoline was destroyed, with no group claiming responsibility for the strikes. Located about 50 kilometers west […]

Ghana and Burkina Faso have signed a defense cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing security on the trade corridors linking the two countries. The arrangement is particularly intended to better protect goods and transporters exposed to security risks in this trading area. The agreement was announced on Monday, August 10, by the Ghanaian Ministry of Defense. […]

Kenya could record a deficit of around 486,000 tonnes of maize by the end of September 2026, according to the Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture, Mutahi Kagwe. This projection corresponds to 5.4 million 90-kilogram bags and highlights the growing pressure on the country’s main staple cereal. Mutahi Kagwe presented this estimate before the Kenyan Parliament, as […]

Japan has granted Nigeria a subsidy of approximately 587 million yen, or 3.7 million dollars, to improve the production and availability of certified rice seeds. The project aims to help increase agricultural yields as the country still imports nearly 30% of the rice it needs for consumption. The Japanese funding is intended to strengthen national […]

In light of the decline of traditional mail and the rise of e-commerce, Burkina Faso wants to adapt the rules applicable to the postal sector. The ministry in charge of Digital Transition, Posts, and Electronic Communications launched a workshop in Koudougou dedicated to preparing the application texts of the new law on the general regulation […]

Guinea and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) services have reached a preliminary agreement for a new economic and financial program supported by the Extended Fund Facility. The arrangement could mobilize about 425 million dollars, pending approval by the institution’s board of directors. This agreement comes as Conakry seeks to consolidate its macroeconomic balances while preparing […]

The revenues from the Lumwana copper mine in Zambia increased by 32.1% in the first half of 2026, reaching $852 million compared to $645 million a year earlier. This rise comes as copper prices boost the site’s earnings, operated by Canadian group Barrick Mining, which is also planning an expansion aimed at doubling its production. […]

The Chinese group Jasan Group plans to invest $117 million in a complex dedicated to textiles and clothing in Egypt. Located in the Qantara West industrial zone, within the Suez Canal Economic Zone, the project is expected to create 6,000 direct jobs and allocate 90% of its production to export. The announcement was made on […]

The Kangankunde project, led in Malawi by the Australian company Lindian Resources, is part of the race to secure supplies of rare earth elements. The company claims to be generating increasing interest from several Western markets for an integrated supply chain from the mining site. Graphite, copper, cobalt, and rare earths have become strategic raw […]

The Canadian group Fortuna Mining has announced the acquisition of the Bambadji gold exploration project in Senegal for 200 million dollars. Located near Diamba Sud, another project owned by the company, the asset is set to strengthen the group’s presence in the Mako gold belt. The operation involves an exploration permit covering approximately 190 km² […]

Burkina Faso is accelerating the development of its thermal capacities to meet the rising demand for electricity and reduce its dependence on imports. The Bobo 2 power plant, which started operation on August 7 in Bobo-Dioulasso, is one of the latest facilities added to the national grid. Since the beginning of 2026, several thermal projects […]