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Breaking NewsPolitics: DRC faces escalating tensions as AFC/M23 factions clash over military expansion and resource controlSecurity: UN experts warn of deepening instability in eastern DRC despite peace agreementsPolitics: Kinshasa under pressure as Nangaa and Kabila factions vie for influence over AFC/M23 eastern DRC: rising tensions within AFC/M23 amid leadership disputes and resource rivalry Corneille Nangaa speaking at a press conference in GomaPoliticsSaturday 11 July 2026 - 18:24The latest UN Group of Experts report on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has cast a spotlight on the deepening divisions within the Alliance of the Congo River (AFC/M23), a dominant armed group operating in North Kivu and South Kivu provinces. The report, submitted to the UN Security Council, rev...

Economy Yam’NA program fuels Gabon’s industrial future with 50 new scholarships 132 Libreville, Saturday, July 11, 2026 — The debate surrounding Africa’s local resource transformation is no longer confined to boardrooms or international summits. Today, it resonates through university lecture halls, vocational training centers, and the aspirations of young minds across the continent. In Gabon, the third edition of the Yam’NA program—jointly launched by Eramet Comilog and SETRAG—embodies this shift. Beyond ...

Tchad suspends four dairy brands over food safety concernsthe ministry of commerce has ordered the immediate removal from the market of several lots of yaourt produced in N'Djamena, following a series of quality control checks that revealed serious non-compliance with food safety standards.signed by the minister of commerce and industry dr guibolo fanga mathieu, the department informed that the centre for control of quality of foodstuffs (cecoda) conducted verification missions from june 1 to june 5, 2026, at several units of production of yaourt in the capital.according to reports, the analyses revealed a microbiological and physicochemical quality that did not meet standards; major shortcomings in hygiene rules, conservation, and food safety protocols.four companies under scrutinytami ya...

Le 12 juillet à 8h00, l'Argentine affrontera la Suisse au stade Arrowhead (États-Unis) en quarts de finale de la Coupe du monde 2026. D'après l'analyse du supercalculateur d'Opta, l'Argentine a 57,1 % de chances de gagner en 90 minutes. La Suisse a 18,7 % de chances de créer la surprise, tandis que la probabilité d'un match nul après le temps réglementaire et d'une prolongation est de 24,2 %. By Harouna Ousmane — Reporter

The government of the Mali transition has announced that it is reopening its airspace to all civilian and military aircraft flying to or from Algeria.This decision comes after Algeria reopened its own airspace to Malian flights just hours earlier, marking a new step in the normalization of relations between the two countries. By Harouna Ousmane — Reporter

Gabon reaffirmed its commitment to international security cooperation during the fifth United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS), held July 8-9 in New York. Representing the country, Interior, Security and Decentralization Minister Adrien Nguema Mba, accompanied by National Police Commander General Serge Hervé Ngoma, underscored the urgent need for real-time intelligence sharing and joint data collection to combat evolving transnational threats. These threats—ranging from organized crime to terrorism and cross-border criminal networks—demand collective action that transcends national borders. By Harouna Ousmane — Reporter

Manchester United’s reported signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos for an estimated £50 million has drawn sharp criticism from former football stars, who question whether the 22-year-old is ready for the demands of playing at Old Trafford.The transfer, which sources suggest could be finalized soon, has left pundits divided. Nicky Butt, a Manchester United legend, expressed skepticism about the deal, arguing that Santos lacks the experience to justify such a hefty price tag. Butt, who spoke exclusively about the move, emphasized that a fee of this magnitude demands an immediate on-field impact—not a developmental project.« A £50 million investment requires a player who can step in and perform right away, » Butt stated. « I’ve watched Santos play multiple times, and while he shows pr...

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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...

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...

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 ...

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...