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Le partenariat France-Maroc à l’épreuve de la nouvelle politique industrielle européenne?

11Jul

By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments

Politics

Le partenariat France-Maroc à l’épreuve de la nouvelle politique industrielle européenne?

Depuis plusieurs mois, Paris presse l’UE. Pour le gouvernement français, la compétitivité européenne ne peut plus reposer sur la seule ouverture des marchés et la concurrence mondiale. Elle suppose une politique industrielle assumée, une préférence européenne dans les secteurs stratégiques et une réduction des dépendances vis-à-vis de la Chine. Au sein de la Commission européenne, le vice-président exécutif Stéphane Séjourné porte le projet de règlement sur l’accélération industrielle. Malgré des arbitrages internes qui ont réduit ses ambitions initiales, la France maintient une ligne offensive. Elle demande désormais à élargir le champ du texte: les mécanismes de préférence européenne dans les marchés publics, les achats et les subventions ne seraient plus limités aux technologies propres...

Cameroun marriage traditions clash with modern rights

11Jul

By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments

Cameroun marriage traditions clash with modern rights

Under Cameroonian civil law, marriage is built on the principle of marital freedom, guaranteeing every individual the right to select their spouse independently and give their personal consent to the union.Legally, this consent must be both voluntary and informed—free from any form of coercion or violence. Yet, despite these protections, long-standing cultural practices continue to influence marital choices in certain communities.In some regions, particularly in the West, parental involvement in selecting a partner remains deeply rooted. Parents often take the lead in identifying suitable matches for their children, citing concerns over reputation and family background. As one resident from the West region, Waffo Marie Chantal, explained from her home in Yaoundé’s Madagascar neighborhood: ...

Algeria and Mali restore diplomatic ties and open airspaces

10Jul

By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments

International

Algeria and Mali restore diplomatic ties and open airspaces

Tensions between Algeria and Mali had escalated in recent years, particularly after the current Malian government accused Algiers of meddling in its internal affairs. In a significant step toward reconciliation, Bamako announced the reopening of its national airspace to all civilian and military aircraft operating flights to and from Algeria. The government statement did not specify an exact date but confirmed the return of Mali’s ambassador to Algiers, who had been recalled in April 2025. Hours earlier, Algeria mirrored the decision, lifting restrictions on its airspace for all flights to and from Mali, effective immediately. The Algerian Ministry of Defense outlined that the move applies to all international destinations connected through Malian airspace. Mali also confirmed the immin...

Mason Greenwood’s transfer saga stirs controversy as Marseille eyes Fenerbahçe move

10Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

Trends

Mason Greenwood’s transfer saga stirs controversy as Marseille eyes Fenerbahçe move

Football’s transfer market is no stranger to dramatic twists, and the case of Mason Greenwood is proving no exception. After initial reports suggested the English winger was on the verge of joining AS Roma, fresh developments indicate he may instead land at Fenerbahçe in Turkey. The unexpected pivot has sent shockwaves through Italian football, sparking debates about the reliability of player negotiations. Olympique de Marseille’s financial dilemma fuels transfer drama Facing mounting financial pressures, Olympique de Marseille (OM) has been compelled to offload high-earning players to balance its books. Greenwood, a prized asset, has become the focal point of this cost-cutting strategy. The club’s pursuit of a swift resolution has led to a surprising shift in the player’s destination, ...

Mason Greenwood’s transfer saga leaves om in hot water with new club

10Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

News

Mason Greenwood’s transfer saga leaves om in hot water with new club

The transfer window is heating up with Mason Greenwood’s move from the Olympique de Marseille (OM) becoming one of the most talked-about stories. After initial reports suggested a near-certain deal with AS Roma, the English winger has surprisingly shifted his focus toward Fenerbahçe. This abrupt change of direction has sparked frustration in Italy, where the move was closely monitored. The Marseille-based club, facing financial constraints and the need to reduce its wage bill, has been pushing for Greenwood’s exit. The player, once considered a prime target for Roma under manager Gian Piero Gasperini, now appears set to join Fenerbahçe instead. This unexpected turn has left Italian football pundits questioning the reliability of such negotiations. Italian experts wa...

Mason Greenwood transfer saga: why the move that shocked football fans might backfire

10Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

News

Mason Greenwood transfer saga: why the move that shocked football fans might backfire

Football’s summer transfer window has rarely seen such a dramatic about-face as the one involving Mason Greenwood and Olympique de Marseille. Initially tipped to join AS Roma, the English winger is now on the brink of a move to Fenerbahçe, leaving Italian football stunned by the abrupt change of plans. Under financial strain, Olympique de Marseille has been desperate to offload Greenwood to balance its books and reduce its wage bill. The club’s urgency contrasts sharply with the initial buzz that surrounded the player’s potential move to Italy, where AS Roma had identified him as the priority target under manager Gian Piero Gasperini. Italian pundits have wasted no time in criticizing the unfolding situation. Journalist Roberto Pruzzo expressed his frustration on ai...

Mason greenwood’s transfer saga sparks debate over football’s future

10Jul

By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments

News

Mason greenwood’s transfer saga sparks debate over football’s future

Manchester United’s Mason Greenwood has become the center of a heated transfer saga, with his potential move to Fenerbahçe instead of AS Roma raising eyebrows across European football. The French club, Olympique de Marseille (OM), initially considered selling Greenwood to balance their financial sheets, but the unexpected twist has left Italian football circles in a state of frustration. The shift in Greenwood’s destination has particularly irked Italian football pundits, who had anticipated his arrival in Rome. AS Roma, under the leadership of Gian Piero Gasperini, had identified Greenwood as a key target to strengthen their squad. However, the deal collapsed, leaving fans and analysts questioning the reliability of such transfers. Italian experts warn of transfer ...

Chad advances digital transformation in technical education sector

10Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

Tech

Chad advances digital transformation in technical education sector

The Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Professional Training convened a pivotal national workshop in N’Djamena on July 10, 2026, to validate ground-level assessment findings. This gathering, focused on the upcoming National Strategy for Digital Transformation of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), brought together key stakeholders to refine and approve a foundational document that will guide the country’s digital modernization of vocational training. This initiative aligns with the Pan-African TVET Digital Transformation Initiative, backed by UNESCO, the International Organisation of La Francophonie, the African Union, the African Development Bank, the UN Economic Commission for Africa, and the GIZ-SIFA program. The pre-strategy study engaged over 2...

Chad advances digital transformation strategy for technical education

10Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

Tech

Chad advances digital transformation strategy for technical education

Chad’s Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Professional Training recently hosted a pivotal national workshop in N’Djamena. The event centered on validating a groundbreaking diagnostic report that will shape the future of digital transformation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) across the country. Attended by key stakeholders from the sector, the workshop aimed to review, enrich, and officially endorse a comprehensive analysis document. This report will serve as the foundation for Chad’s upcoming National Strategy for Digital Transformation of TVET, aligning education with the demands of a rapidly evolving job market. The initiative is part of the Pan-African Initiative for Digital Transformation of TVET Systems, supported by major continental bo...

Chad advances digital education reform with national strategy validation

10Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

Tech

Chad advances digital education reform with national strategy validation

Chad prepares groundbreaking digital transformation for vocational training On thursday, july 10, 2026, the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Vocational Training convened a landmark national workshop in N’Djamena to validate the groundwork for the country’s first-ever digital transformation strategy in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The event brought together sector leaders, educators and industry stakeholders to review, refine and endorse a comprehensive situational analysis that will underpin the future digital policy for Chad’s TVET system. The initiative aligns with the Pan-African Initiative for Digital Transformation of TVET Systems, supported by UNESCO, OIF, the African Union, the African Development Bank, the United Nations Economic Co...

French football legend tipped for Senegal coaching role

10Jul

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News

French football legend tipped for Senegal coaching role

The whispers are growing louder in Dakar’s football circles. Could Patrick Vieira, the former French international, be the next man to take charge of the Senegal national team? According to well-informed sources, the possibility is being seriously considered by members of the Senegalese Football Federation. This unexpected turn of events follows the Lions of Teranga’s disappointing World Cup campaign and their early exit from the tournament. With the federation set to hold an emergency executive meeting this Saturday in Dakar, the future of the head coach position appears to be the most pressing topic on the agenda. And one name that keeps resurfacing is that of Patrick Vieira. Though Vieira has built an impressive coaching career with stints at clubs like New York City FC, Nice, Crystal...

Could Patrick Vieira coach Senegal’s national team?

10Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

News

Could Patrick Vieira coach Senegal’s national team?

International Sénégal Could Patrick Vieira take charge of Senegal? Patrick Vieira’s name is circulating in Dakar’s football circles as a potential candidate to lead Senegal’s national team. The former French international, whose roots trace back to Senegal, has never coached a national side despite stints with clubs like New York City FC, OGC Nice, Crystal Palace, Racing Strasbourg, and Genoa. This speculation comes as Senegal’s football federation prepares for an emergency executive meeting in Dakar this weekend. The gathering follows a turbulent World Cup campaign and the unexpected elimination of the Lions of Teranga, where the future of the head coach is expected to dominate discussions. Pape Thiaw remains ...