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why Burkina Faso ended diplomatic relations with FranceBurkina Faso's ruling military junta has officially announced the termination of its diplomatic relations with France, alleging that Paris has engaged in activities detrimental to Burkinabè national interests.Relations between Ouagadougou and its former colonial power have seen a severe decline since Captain Ibrahim Traoré seized power in a 2022 coup. Since then, his government has pursued a foreign policy marked by a deliberate pivot towards new international partners and an outspoken critique of Western influence, a significant development in current African politics.In a televised address on Friday, Burkina Faso's Minister of Communication, Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo, accused France of "incessant activism" against the nation and c...

Burkina Faso breaks diplomatic relations with France as Paris calls for vigilance Burkina Faso has officially severed diplomatic relations with France, which condemns the move as "hostile and baseless" and is considering reciprocal measures. Tensions between Ouagadougou and Paris have escalated further. On Friday, June 26, 2026, Burkina Faso announced the rupture of diplomatic ties with France, marking another milestone in the worsening relationship between Ouagadougou and its former colonial power. In a statement read on national television, Burkinabè authorities denounced "the incessant activism of the French regime against Burkina Faso's interests, openly neo-colonial ambitions with active support for subversive networks and terrorists who bring grief to our country and the Sa...

With all eyes on the 2026 World Cup, Paris Saint-Germain is already planning its summer transfer window, and Gonçalo Ramos could soon be packing his bags. According to the latest whispers, Luis Campos is aiming for at least three new recruits, and one of them might be a young Ligue 1 talent. In recent years, PSG has completely shifted its strategy. Gone are the blockbuster signings and superstars; the capital club now focuses on young talents with a kind of post-formation that has already paid off. This is notably the case with Désiré Doué and João Neves, outstanding players who have become undisputed starters in Paris. Akliouche on the move This trend could continue with a young attacking midfielder from Ligue 1. That player is clearly Maghnes Akliouche, who was already being tracke...

EconomyNkok, the gabonese industrial hub drawing african attention By Staff Writer 27 June 2026 83 No commentLibreville, Saturday 27 June 2026 – Shortly after presenting his credentials to President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Chad’s new ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to Gabon, Zakaria Fadoul Kittir Jr., made a point of visiting one of the most striking symbols of Gabon’s economic transformation.The diplomat toured the Nkok Special Investment Zone on Thursday, an industrial laboratory that over the years has become a continental benchmark for local resource valorisation.This visit, undertaken in the very first days of his diplomatic mission, goes well beyond protocol. It reflects the growing interest among several African states — which face similar challenges of economic d...

The military-led government of Burkina Faso announced on Friday, 26 June, that it was cutting off diplomatic relations with France, accusing Paris of failing to honour commitments of mutual respect and non-interference, as stated by Communications Minister Gilbert Ouedraogo on state television.Tensions between Ouagadougou and Paris have escalated sharply since the army and Captain Ibrahim Traoré took power through a coup in September 2022. This souring was evident in the demand for the withdrawal of French soldiers stationed in the West African nation and the expulsion of diplomats, including France’s ambassador to Ouagadougou.Seeking to broaden its alliances, Burkina Faso has drawn closer to Russia and its neighbours Mali and Niger, both also under military rule.Paris weighs 'reciprocal m...

AMBITION Gabon unveils 700 billion fcfa plan to build national poultry industry Starting 1 January 2027, Libreville will ban imports of frozen chicken. Gabon aims to produce 125,000 tonnes of broiler meat annually by 2028, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Several challenges remain before that deadline. News Published on Saturday, 27 June 2026 On 2 June 2026, Agriculture Minister Pacôme Kossi presented to parliament a 700 billion CFA franc programme aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in poultry meat by 1 January 2027. On that date, Gabon will halt annual imports of 65,000 tonnes of frozen chicken. According to the FAO, Gabon consumes roughly 65,000 tonnes of chicken each year. For economist Louis Ndong, the goal is clear: "Achieve food sovereignty to lighten the househo...

ARRESTATION Nigeria: arrestation de sept chefs de Boko Haram à leur retour de La Mecque In a significant security development, seven commanders associated with Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have been apprehended in Nigeria. These arrests occurred as the individuals returned from their pilgrimage to Mecca. Authorities attribute this successful operation to the advanced interconnection of national identity, immigration, and Interpol databases, a direct result of recent reforms to the country’s identity management framework. Nigeria has dealt a substantial blow to two of the most prominent jihadist factions operating within the Lake Chad Basin. Seven suspected commanders from Boko Haram and ISWAP were intercepted upon their arrival at Katsina airport,...

« I want tomorrow the FEG to be recognized not only for defending businesses, but above all for making them succeed. » This was the wish expressed by Alain Claude Kouakoua, president of the Gabon Business Federation (FEG), during the opening ceremony of the second edition of the Gabon Economic Forum (GEF) on Saturday, 27 June 2026, at the Palais des Congrès. The gathering brings together decision-makers and international partners, serving as a platform designed to address Gabon's economic challenges. Speaking pragmatically, the FEG president stressed that no country has ever developed without strong businesses. For him, companies are not peripheral actors—they are the engine of growth. For his part, Vice President of the Republic, Hugues Alexandre Barro Chambrier, emphasised the govern...

Burkina Faso has taken a historic step in its relationship with France. In an announcement broadcast on national television Friday, the Burkinabe authorities declared the immediate severance of diplomatic relations with Paris.The government of Captain Ibrahim Traoré accuses French authorities of persistent 'activism' against Burkina Faso's interests and of harboring neocolonial ambitions in the region.This decision follows years of rising tensions between the two countries since the military junta seized power in September 2022.France regrets 'hostile and unfounded' decisionThe French Ministry of Foreign Affairs swiftly responded, expressing regret over what it called a 'hostile and unfounded' decision.Burkinabe authorities, however, stressed that the break is limited to diplomatic relatio...

The expanded 48-team World Cup format, with 32 teams advancing to the knockout stages, has introduced a fascinating strategic dimension to group play. Several nations, prior to their final group stage fixtures, have discovered a shared incentive to secure a draw, as such a result guarantees progression for both sides. This tactical approach has, so far, consistently played out as anticipated. A prime example unfolded in Group F, where Japan and Sweden faced off. After a tightly contested first half, the match burst into life shortly after the break (Maeda 56th minute, Elanga 62nd minute). Ultimately, the 1-1 stalemate proved to be a mutually beneficial outcome, ensuring both teams advanced. The strategic pattern became even more apparent in Group B, where Australia and Paraguay played o...