Top Stories

BéninBénin : Vladimir Poutine nomme un nouvel ambassadeur à CotonouLa Russie change de représentant diplomatique au Bénin. Par un décret signé le 21 juillet 2026, le président Vladimir Poutine a nommé Mikhaïl Golovanov ambassadeur extraordinaire et plénipotentiaire. Il succède à Igor Evdokimov, en poste à Cotonou depuis près de neuf ans. Soussouni D.Voir tous ses articles Le 22 jul 2026 à 15:54 • MàJ le 22 jul 2026 POLITIQUE ↓ Lire hors-ligne 253 vues🎧 Écouter l'articleBénin : Vladimir Poutine nomme un nouvel ambassadeur à CotonouPréparation de l'audio...0:00/0:00🔊1x 2 min de lecture Lire plus tard Google News Commenter Partager Facebook X LinkedIn WhatsApp Telegram Copier le lien La Fédérati...

The FC Barcelona seems to have come to terms with the fact that they will not be able to keep Ferran Torres, but this does not stop them from trying to sign him back. The club is willing to spend 50M€ to bring the Spanish striker back, but their efforts may be in vain as the Paris Saint-Germain is strong contender for his services. Ferran Torres has been a hero in his homeland after scoring the winning goal in the World Cup final for Spain. However, he may soon leave the country if the PSG signs him this summer. The French club is interested in signing him as their new striker and could potentially replace Gonçalo Ramos. This would give them another strong player to compete with Ousmane Dembélé. The situation between Barcelona and PSG is quite complex, and it's difficult to predict what ...

Après avoir disputé sa première Coupe du monde avec l'équipe de France, Manu Koné devrait animer la rubrique mercato. Le milieu de l'AS Rome figure en effet dans les petits papiers de Manchester United mais également d'Al-Ahli, qui a approché la direction italienne pour se renseigner sur un possible transfert. By Harouna Ousmane — Reporter

Après avoir disputé sa première Coupe du monde avec l'équipe de France, Manu Koné devrait animer la rubrique mercato. Le milieu de l'AS Rome figure en effet dans les petits papiers de Manchester United mais également d'Al-Ahli, qui a approché la direction italienne pour se renseigner sur un possible transfert.

International Burkina Faso president exposes centuries of arabic slavery in africa In a nationally televised address, Burkina Faso's head of state, Ibrahim Traoré, openly addressed the centuries-long practice of slavery imposed by Arab powers on African populations. His remarks have ignited significant reactions across the Muslim world. Speaking before millions of viewers, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, who leads Burkina Faso since the 2022 transitional government, revisited a chapter of history often minimized or ignored in public discourse. He highlighted the systematic enslavement of African people by Arab empires, spanning generations and leaving deep scars on the continent's collective memory. The p...

Bénin and Morocco solidify ties with 14 new cooperation agreements Joint commission meeting yields landmark accords across key sectors 75 0 The seventh session of the Bénin-Morocco Joint Cooperation Commission concluded in Cotonou on July 21, 2026, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. Co-chaired by Corinne Amori Brunet, Beninese Minister of Foreign Affairs in charge of Afro-descendant Integration, and Nasser Bourita, Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Residents Abroad, the meeting underscored the depth of the partnership between the two nations. Bourita commended Bénin’s dem...

Investigative reports reveal that Morocco has emerged as a critical transit hub for Russian petroleum products, circumventing Western sanctions imposed after the Ukraine invasion. Documents and maritime tracking data suggest sophisticated networks are rerouting sanctioned fuel through North African ports before it potentially reaches European markets. Geneva-based trader facilitates covert fuel transfers Swiss trading firm Alvari SA has played a central role in these operations, according to shipping records analyzed by international observers. Between 2025 and early 2026, three vessels—Tranquil Sea, Duke II, and Eldia—shuttled Russian diesel and fuel oil from Baltic terminals to Morocco’s Jorf Lasfar and Mohammedia ports. These shipments, totaling tens of millions of dollars, involved c...

Mjällby scripts football history with opening champions league triumph Swedish champions Mjällby AIF delivered a masterclass in their maiden UEFA Champions League appearance, thrashing Gibraltar’s Lincoln Red Imps 3-0 at Strandvallen to mark a dream European debut. The second-leg qualifier saw the newly crowned 2026 Swedish champions dominate from the first whistle, with goals raining in during an electric opening 30 minutes. Fijian forward Aki Samuelsen, just 22 years old, announced himself on the European stage with a composed double (18’, 24’), while midfield maestro Jacob Bergström added a third before the half-hour mark. Despite squandering a golden opportunity to extend their lead from the penalty spot in the 66th minute, when Samuelsen’s spot-kick rattled the crossbar, Mjällby ma...

Cotonou witnessed productive discussions this week as Bénin and Morocco reaffirmed their commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation during preparations for jointly chairing the seventh session of the Morocco-Benin Joint Cooperation Commission. The high-level meeting brought together key officials from both nations, including Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Residing Abroad, Mr. Nasser Bourita, alongside Bénin's Foreign Minister overseeing Afro-descendant integration, Ms. Corinne Amori Brunet, and the Minister Delegate for Resource Mobilization and Debt Management, Mr. Hugues Oscar Lokossou. Both sides celebrated significant progress achieved across multiple sectors since His Majesty King Mohammed VI's historic visit to Cotonou in June 2004. The ...

Emmanuelle Blatmann, a seasoned diplomat with extensive experience in African affairs, has been appointed as the next French Ambassador to Dakar, Senegal. At 46 years old, she brings a fresh perspective to the role, having led the Africa desk at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs since January 2024. Her upcoming assignment follows a period of significant shifts in the diplomatic landscape between France and Senegal. As she prepares to take over from Christine Fagès, Blatmann steps into a position that demands both diplomatic finesse and strategic insight, given the evolving dynamics of Franco-Senegalese relations. The appointment underscores France’s commitment to strengthening ties with West African nations, particularly Senegal, a key player in regional stability and economic ...

Rabat is set to host the African Maritime Forces Summit 2026 (AMFS 2026), running from July 20 to 24, under the leadership of the Royal Moroccan Navy. Partnering with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa (NAVAF) and the U.S. Marine Forces Europe-Africa (MARFORAF), the event will spotlight maritime security and collaborative innovation as its core pillars. The summit’s agenda is structured around three key themes: “National policy innovation: inter-ministerial collaboration, regional cooperation with neighboring states, and technological advancements in maritime security.” The goal is clear—address shared maritime challenges through collective action, capacity-building, and strengthened partnerships. Tackling shared maritime threats Vice Admiral Mohamed Tahin, Inspector of the Royal Morocc...