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With no Champions League football next season, Olympique de Marseille must accept losing key players, including Mason Greenwood. While AS Roma has shown interest in the English forward, Fenerbahçe is determined to take the lead in this transfer race. A new offer could arrive in the coming days.The question is no longer if Mason Greenwood will leave Marseille during the summer transfer window, but when. The English attacker holds the highest market value in the squad and must be sold to help the club balance its books. AS Roma, Atlético Madrid, Fenerbahçe, and Al-Hilal are among the potential destinations. However, Marseille is not willing to sell Greenwood cheaply, especially since Manchester United will receive 40% of the transfer fee.Fenerbahçe set to raise their bidAccording to reports,...

The event took place against a global backdrop of growing recognition of corruption's destructive effects. It builds on the work of the Human Rights Council, particularly resolution 59/6 adopted in July 2025, which enshrines the widely accepted idea that fighting corruption and protecting fundamental rights are intrinsically linked and mutually reinforcing. International commitments—whether the United Nations Convention against Corruption, the 2011 Marrakech Declaration, or the 2021 UNGASS political declaration—all stress the need for a preventive approach grounded in the rule of law, democracy, and human rights.Against this framework, Morocco highlighted its integrated approach, which brings together public policies, national institutions, and international commitments. Moderating the dis...

Key details of the Japan vs Sweden World Cup 2026 showdown Match Details Information Teams Japan vs Sweden Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup Kickoff Time 6:00 AM (Vietnam time), June 26, 2026 Venue AT&T Stadium, Dallas Group Stage Position Group F, Matchday 3 Broadcast Channels VTV3, VTV6, VTV9, VTVgo How to watch Japan vs Sweden live in Vietnam Fans in Vietnam can tune in to VTV3, VTV6, VTV9, or stream the game live via the official VTVgo platform. To ensure a secure viewing experience and avoid unauthorized streams, viewers are advised to use the platform’s official channels. Why Japan is favored to defeat Sweden in this World Cup clash The Japan vs Sweden match is a decisive Group F encounter that carries immense stakes. With both teams locked in a tight battle for ad...

By Fati Seyni — Analyst

Morocco has been selected as the destination for the upcoming Club Export 47 mission, scheduled from 30 November to 3 December. As a genuine gateway to Africa, Morocco stands out for its economic vitality, its geographic proximity to France, and the wide range of opportunities it presents to entrepreneurs looking to expand into the region. By Fati Seyni — Analyst

President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema officially received the credentials of five newly accredited ambassadors yesterday at the Bord de Mer Palace. The ceremony marked the formal start of their diplomatic missions in Gabon, highlighting the country's active diplomacy and renewed trust from international partners.The newly accredited diplomats include the Apostolic Nuncio, Archbishop Relwende Kisito Ouedraogo; the extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassadors of Chad (Fadoul Kitir Zakaria), Iran (Seyed Gholamreza Mirmohammad Meigoni), Djibouti (Mohamed Bourhan Ali); and the Australian High Commissioner, Leilani Bin-Juda. All five will reside outside Gabon.These ambassadors open a fresh chapter in relations between their countries and Gabon, which is working to strengthen ties with traditio...

In a warm, celebration-filled atmosphere, the gala showcased the rich cultures of West Africa. Here is a look back at the evening.On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the Marcel-Sembat hall pulsed to the rhythms of traditional West African music and dance during the “Vibrations africaines” gala organized by the Faso Lili association.In front of 170 attendees, this colourful evening highlighted the wealth of West African cultural heritage while supporting a solidarity project.For several years, Faso Lili has been promoting traditional West African dance and music through classes, workshops and performances. This annual gala allowed the association’s members to share the results of their work alongside well-known professional artists.The show, blending live music and choreography, brought together ne...

President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has unveiled a historic shift in Gabon's economic strategy, aiming to push the country's growth rate to between 6% and 7% by 2030. After a decade of stagnation below 5%, the new plan marks a decisive break from the rentier model that has long defined the nation's economy. In a recent interview, the president outlined a comprehensive roadmap designed to revitalise the country. He described the previous economic approach as an illusion: "Gabon has lived on a rentier model that neither creates growth, nor inclusive growth." A new economic era: three core pillars To correct this trajectory and build a strong, job-creating economy, the president's strategy rests on three fundamental pillars: Systematic industrialisation through local processing of raw mat...

Elliot Anderson on verge of record-breaking Manchester City move Elliot Anderson could become the most expensive midfielder in history. Manchester City and Nottingham Forest are reportedly closing in on an agreement for Elliot Anderson. The Englishman wants to join the Sky Blues, who may need to pay around €150 million to secure his arrival. Manchester City are preparing to write a big cheque. The north-west England club are leading the race for Elliot Anderson and are close to an agreement with Nottingham Forest to finalise the transfer of the England international (11 caps). Although the Citizens' last offer, worth nearly €140 million, was rejected by Forest, the parties are moving closer to the price set by Anderson's club, believed to be around €150 million. This sale...

Having finished fifth and missing out on the lucrative Champions League, Olympique de Marseille finds itself in a precarious financial position. The revenue shortfall from this absence forces the club to focus on sales during the summer transfer window. Worse, this off-season could turn into a clearance sale for Marseille, which lacks leverage and must offload its most valuable assets.The biggest potential deal remains Mason Greenwood. The British forward had expressed a desire to stay in Ligue 1, but he is now close to joining AS Roma, which has made him a priority to strengthen its attack.Gouiri also heading for the exit?Another key offensive player could also pack his bags. Amine Gouiri may leave Olympique de Marseille this summer. The Algerian international arrived a year and a half ag...

The highly anticipated return of Shell to Gabon marks a pivotal moment for the nation's petroleum industry. A decade after its initial departure, the Anglo-Dutch energy giant is poised to recommit to Gabon's sedimentary basin, a move that aligns with Libreville's aggressive strategy to counteract a persistent decline in hydrocarbon output. This significant announcement, made amidst ongoing political reforms, clearly signals the authorities' commitment to attracting global investors and revitalizing the sector. Back in 2016, Shell had finalized its exit from Gabon, divesting its onshore assets to Assala Energy, a venture then under the control of the Carlyle fund. This multi-million dollar transaction was part of a broader global portfolio restructuring for the group, which at the time was ...

After years of national debate, Morocco has decided to permanently abandon the GMT+1 time offset. Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch announced today that the country will revert to its legal time (GMT) at the end of the upcoming summer. This long-awaited decision directly responds to persistent calls from citizens over the past years.Speaking to public television channels following the government council meeting on Thursday, 25 June 2026, Akhannouch stated that the move follows extensive consultations within the ruling coalition and careful consideration of public grievances. He acknowledged that maintaining daylight saving time had caused significant disruption for many Moroccans, prompting the government to opt for a return to standard time."This choice stems from a thorough evaluation of th...