Month: July 2026

With a historic surge in international funding, Côte d'Ivoire has surpassed all expectations by securing over 80 billion dollars in commitments for its ambitious National Development Plan (NDP) 2026-2030. The announcement, made during a high-profile investor forum in Abidjan, underscores the country’s economic resilience and growing appeal to global markets. Economic momentum drives investor confidence Côte d'Ivoire’s ability to attract such substantial foreign investments stems from its strong macroeconomic performance, with an average annual growth rate of 6.5% over the past decade. The country has successfully transitioned from post-crisis recovery to a stable and dynamic economy, making it one of West Africa’s most attractive destinations for ca...

The Côte d'Ivoire has once again proven its economic resilience by securing international funding commitments far exceeding expectations for its National Development Plan (NDP) through 2030. This milestone underscores the country's robust economic performance and renewed stability, drawing significant interest from global investors. Côte d'Ivoire's economic momentum attracts unprecedented funding The Minister of Planning announced that international public investments for the NDP have surpassed targets by four times, reaching over $80 billion. This achievement highlights the country's strong recovery from the political and military turmoil of the early 2000s and its consistent economic growth, averaging 6.5% annually in recent years. The two-day event in Abidjan brought together governm...

West Africa’s economic powerhouse, Côte d’Ivoire, has surpassed all expectations by securing over $80 billion in international funding to fuel its ambitious National Development Plan (NDP) through 2030. This unprecedented financial commitment underscores the country’s remarkable economic turnaround and renewed investor confidence. Economic resilience draws global backing Minister of Planning Souleymane Diarrassouba revealed the staggering investment figures during a high-profile forum in Abidjan, where government officials and both domestic and international investors gathered to finalize funding arrangements. The event highlighted Côte d’Ivoire’s robust growth trajectory—averaging 6.5% annually in recent years—and its successful transition from a decade of political instability in the ea...

Chad Chad steps up fight against human trafficking Chad is escalating its efforts to combat human trafficking, particularly affecting women and children, through strict law enforcement and coordinated action by judicial and security authorities. Alwihda Info Jul 9, 2026 — 1 min read Share Strengthening legal...

The Moroccan government has taken decisive steps to regulate the growing use of electric scooters in cities, introducing strict new measures to enhance road safety. During a recent meeting in Rabat, the Council of Government approved two key decrees: one to upgrade the national biometric passport system and another to establish comprehensive guidelines for personal mobility devices, particularly electric scooters. Stronger biometric passports to combat fraud The first decree updates the 2008 law governing biometric passports, introducing advanced security features to protect against counterfeiting and identity theft. According to government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas, the new passport will not only strengthen security but also reflect the richness of Morocco’s national identity. The dec...

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have announced substantial progress in their military operations against armed groups in the northern regions of Anfif and Tabrachat. In a coordinated effort with allied forces, operations conducted on Tuesday resulted in the neutralization of over a hundred fighters linked to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) and the Azauad Liberation Front (FLA). According to an official statement, the military carried out 13 precision airstrikes, which not only targeted enemy combatants but also destroyed six armored vehicles and a pickup truck. The operations underscore the FAMA’s ongoing commitment to dismantling armed factions operating across the country, with a focus on maintaining strict discipline and operational integrity in coordination with p...

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) announced on Thursday that coordinated military operations in the northern regions of Anfif and Tabrachat resulted in the elimination of nearly a hundred armed fighters. These operations were conducted in partnership with allied forces, targeting militants from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) and the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA). According to the official statement, the operations included 13 airstrikes that successfully destroyed six armored vehicles and one pick-up truck. The military emphasized that these strikes were part of an ongoing counterterrorism campaign across multiple regions, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining disciplined and resolute operations alongside its partners. The African Corps also shared details on X, r...

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) reported on Thursday that coordinated military operations, conducted with allied support, resulted in the elimination of nearly a hundred armed fighters in the northern regions of Anfif and Tabrachat. According to the official statement, the targets included members of the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) and the Azavad Liberation Front (FLA). The operations included 13 airstrikes that successfully destroyed six combat vehicles alongside a pickup truck, disrupting militant logistics in the area. Military officials confirmed that these operations took place on Tuesday and are part of an ongoing counter-insurgency campaign across multiple regions. The statement emphasized the armed forces' commitment to maintaining disciplined and resolute ac...