Month: July 2026

Lomé’s diplomatic landscape has gained fresh momentum with the formal presentation of credentials by three newly accredited ambassadors at the Presidential Palace. This significant event, held on November 12, 2025, underscored Togo’s commitment to deepening partnerships with both traditional allies and emerging economic players. The ceremony welcomed Ms. Myriam Montrat (Canada), Mr. Najeeb Durrani (Pakistan), and Mr. George Kofi Nfojoh (Ghana), each representing a distinct strategic vision for collaboration with the Togolese government. Canada prioritizes trade, gender equality and regional stability As the first diplomat to be received, Canada’s Ambassador Myriam Montrat emphasized the enduring strength of the Ottawa-Lomé relationship. With a background in inclusive economic growth at ...

Algeria and Mali restore diplomatic ties amid shifting Sahel dynamicsAli AttarIn February 2026, Bamako dismissed as "fabricated news" reports suggesting its ambassador would return to Algiers. Five months later, that return became official. The shift, formalized on July 10, reflects the rapidly deteriorating security landscape in northern Mali, where the transitional government’s position has grown increasingly precarious. Meanwhile, Algeria maintained an open diplomatic channel, deepening ties with Niamey and Ouagadougou.On February 19, Mali’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a firm denial. Social media had been abuzz with claims that Bamako’s envoy would soon resume his post in Algiers, allegedly following mediation efforts attributed to Niger. Mali’s government swiftly dismissed these...

Military authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have issued a strict directive prohibiting soldiers from using smartphones during operations, citing severe security risks. The measure comes after repeated instances where unauthorized mobile device use compromised mission success and endangered troop safety in the eastern regions of the country. In recent months, a surge of videos circulating on social platforms has exposed numerous incidents involving Congolese troops and allied Wazalendo fighters. Some clips depict soldiers celebrating battlefield victories, while others reveal desperate pleas for reinforcements or complaints about logistical and financial shortages. Disturbingly, several recordings show personnel abandoning combat zones mid-battle. One undercover lie...