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Militant mobilization drives Pastef’s fundraising success Dakar — The Secretary-General of Pastef, Ousmane Sonko, addressed supporters at the party’s headquarters this past Saturday during the membership card sales campaign. The event drew a massive turnout, with party faithful gathering in strong numbers to participate. In a statement to the crowd, Sonko announced that the initiative has already generated over 160 million FCFA in revenue. This financial boost comes as a direct result of the party’s grassroots fundraising efforts, demonstrating the growing influence of Pastef among the electorate. Highlighting the momentum behind the campaign, Sonko extended his gratitude to the militants for their unwavering commitment. His remarks in Wolof resonated with the crowd as he emphasized the...

Breaking News Sécurité: Est de la RDC : les contraintes financières de l’ONU fragilisent les capacités opérationnelles de la Commission d’enquête sur les violences au Nord-Kivu et Sud-Kivu⠀ ⠀ Politique: À Genève, Samuel Mbemba rejette les accusations de rétrécissement de l’espace civique et rassure sur le droit de manifester ⠀ ⠀ Santé: Est de la RDC : avec 26 millions USD déjà engagés contre Ebola, le Royaume-Uni exhorte les parties au conflit à garantir un accès humanitaire sûr et sans entrave ⠀ ⠀ ...

Breaking News Santé: Est de la RDC : avec 26 millions USD déjà engagés contre Ebola, le Royaume-Uni exhorte les parties au conflit à garantir un accès humanitaire sûr et sans entrave ⠀ ⠀ Santé: Ève Bazaiba: « si Ebola se propage dans les sites de déplacés en Ituri, nous pourrions enterrer jusqu’à 1 000 personnes par jour »⠀ ⠀ Société: RDC: au moins 20 morts et des dizaines de disparus suite au naufrage à Ilebo (Kasaï)⠀ ⠀ Sport: Élim/Coupe du monde 2027 : " l'objectif est d'aller au troisième tour, m...

Le Gabon a officiellement lancé, vendredi 3 juillet à Libreville, son Rapport national sur le développement humain (RNDH 2026), première édition depuis deux décennies. Placé sous le thème « Jeunesse, employabilité, entrepreneuriat et développement humain », le document a été élaboré par le ministère de la Planification et de la Prospective, avec le concours du Programme des Nations unies pour le développement (PNUD). Il dresse un état des lieux structurel du pays au moment où les autorités de transition cherchent à formaliser une nouvelle trajectoire de croissance inclusive. Le constat central du rapport tient en un contraste saisissant. Sur la période couverte, l’indice de développement humain (IDH) gabonais aurait progressé de 46 %, porté par les avancées enregistrées dans la scolarisati...

For months now, the future of Bradley Barcola has been a hot topic in French football. The young French international, who rose through the ranks at Olympique Lyonnais, finds himself at the center of speculation regarding his stay at Paris Saint-Germain. Despite strong performances, contract negotiations have dragged on without resolution, leaving both sides in limbo. With the Les Parisiens yet to secure a long-term deal for the 21-year-old attacker, rumors of his potential departure have intensified. Liverpool has emerged as a key suitor, viewing Barcola as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah, whose exit marked the end of an era at Anfield. Arsenal’s alternative target While Liverpool appears keen on Barcola, Arsenal has also expressed interest, continuing its tradition of re...

The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to experience a dynamic summer transfer window, with both departures and arrivals expected. Among the players whose futures are uncertain, Kang-In Lee's situation has taken a notable turn. Rumors of his potential move to Atlético Madrid have been circulating for weeks, and recent reports suggest these talks are progressing. Joining PSG in 2023, Kang-In Lee has struggled to secure a regular spot in Luis Enrique's starting lineup, despite delivering solid performances. The 25-year-old South Korean midfielder has been linked with several clubs, but Atlético Madrid remains the most persistent suitor. Spanish sources indicate the club has not abandoned its pursuit of the former Mallorca player, who is already familiar with LaLiga's com...

Unveiled on Thursday, July 2, 2026, in Cotonou by Bénin Tourisme, EuroCham, and LuxDev, the groundbreaking « Les Nouveaux Chefs » project is poised to catapult Beninese gastronomy onto the global stage. This collaborative initiative skillfully blends elite culinary training, the celebration of local heritage, and professional integration, aiming to transform the culinary arts into a powerful engine for tourist development and economic empowerment for young people across the nation's 12 departments.A strategic alliance to elevate Bénin's culinary heritageThe official launch of the « Les Nouveaux Chefs » project unfolded before a distinguished gathering of journalists, hospitality sector leaders, and institutional representatives in Cotonou on July 2, 2026. This initiative represents a pivot...

Libreville's water scarcity has reached a critical point, compelling Gabonese authorities to declare a state of hydric emergency across the capital and its surrounding areas. For days on end, taps have run dry, long queues form around the few available distribution points, and the price of water sold in popular neighborhoods has skyrocketed. The widespread comparison heard on the streets of the capital – that water is now as rare as a 10,000 CFA franc note – vividly illustrates the deep frustration of a population grappling with a crisis that has become an everyday reality. Two primary factors converge to explain the severity of this shock. Firstly, an uncharacteristically weak rainy season has led to a significant drop in water levels at the dams and collection points supplying the urban ...