Lomé, August 12, 2026 — The West African medical and academic community has reached a critical crossroads: either continue relying on massive pharmaceutical imports or
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Ebola and conflict deepen hunger crisis in eastern DRC
In the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, families face an unprecedented dual crisis. The lingering Ebola outbreak continues to threaten communities, while relentless armed violence,
Bénin leads West African monetary integration with Eco 2027 goals
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) remains committed to launching the Eco by 2027, yet the diverse economic realities across member states suggest
Benin passport ranks second in africa for continental mobility
The Benin passport has surged to the second position in Africa for intra-continental mobility, a testament to the nation’s bold diplomatic strategy and technological innovation.
Togo port strike sparks fears of regional trade paralysis
The Port Autonome de Lomé (PAL) has been operating at reduced capacity since Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:00 AM. Following the call from the
Morocco reaffirms claims on ceuta and melilla amid spain tensions
The Moroccan Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, has once again brought up the issue of Ceuta and Melilla, asserting that Morocco seeks dialogue with Spain
US ambassador nomination highlights Gabon’s growing diplomatic importance
Washington’s diplomatic chessboard is shifting as the Trump administration advances Keith Heffern’s nomination to become the next United States ambassador to Gabon. The formal proposal,
Maradi bus crash exposes deep failures in Niger’s transport system
The tragic collision between two buses operated by Niger’s largest transport companies, STM and SONITRAV, has left 22 dead and 37 injured, with twisted metal
Chad and Madagascar strengthen bilateral ties through high-level visit
The strengthening of bilateral relations and the engagement of the Malagasy diaspora took center stage during Colonel Michaël Randrianirina’s official visit to N’Djamena, Chad. The
Burkina Faso’s fuel price surge tests the limits of its russian partnership narrative
In Burkina Faso, economic realities are increasingly challenging prevailing geopolitical narratives. The issue of fuel prices stands as a particularly revealing illustration of this dynamic.
Sahel security crisis: Algeria boosts Niger’s fight with vital military aid
The Sahel’s fragile security landscape just got a significant boost as Algeria steps in to reinforce Niger’s embattled armed forces. With the Jama’at Nasr al-Islam
Benin strengthens agricultural insurance to protect farmers’ livelihoods
Advancing Agricultural Security Through Insurance The Republic of Benin has taken a significant stride in bolstering its agricultural resilience by disbursing FCFA 561.8 million to