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Chad hosts visiting president of Algeria’s cnes e council

Chad hosts visiting president of Algeria’s CNES Council N'Djamena — Mohamed Boukhari, President of Algeria’s National Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CNESE), arrived in N'Djamena on Tuesday for an official visit to Chad. The trip follows an invitation from his Chadian counterpart, Ahmat Mboudou Mahamat, to attend the opening ceremony of the second ordinary session of Chad’s Economic, Social, Cultural and Environmental Council (CESCE) for 2026. The high-level engagement underscores growing bilateral cooperation between Algeria and Chad in areas of economic governance, sustainable development, and institutional strengthening. Boukhari’s presence at the CESCE session reflects Algeria’s commitment to fostering dialogue and strategic partnerships across the African continent. ...
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Senegal politics: Malick Gackou urges Pastef unity amid rising Kiiraay movement
4Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Senegal politics: Malick Gackou urges Pastef unity amid rising Kiiraay movement

Pastef leadership calls for unity as new political formation gains ground Facing growing defections to the new Kiiraay movement, former minister and Pastef leader Malick Gackou has issued a strong call for party members to preserve unity and uphold the movement’s founding principles. As several Pastef officials and activists announce their transition to Kiiraay—President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s emerging political platform—Malick Gackou has urged members of the Ousmane Sonko-led party to remain steadfast and cohesive. In a direct message to "Patriots," the veteran politician emphasized the critical need for discipline and unwavering commitment to the values that define Pastef’s political vision. Gackou argued that the movement’s credibility and long-term success hinge on ...
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Human rights group questions Mali strikes by Africa corps
4Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Human rights group questions Mali strikes by Africa corps

Investigation uncovers civilian casualties in alleged military operation A recent investigation by Human Rights Watch has cast serious doubt on the claims surrounding airstrikes conducted by Africa Corps in the town of Kyrnia, located in Mali’s Mopti region. The strikes, which took place on June 15, resulted in the tragic loss of eight civilian lives. The findings contradict earlier assertions made by Mali’s military partners, who had suggested that only armed combatants affiliated with the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) were targeted. Ilaria Allegrozzi, a senior researcher specializing in the Sahel for Human Rights Watch, spearheaded this critical inquiry. Her detailed findings were later discussed in a dedicated segment focused on African affairs, providing further transpa...
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Sparta prague vs lyon live: champions league qualifier unfolds in prague
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Sparta prague vs lyon live: champions league qualifier unfolds in prague

Live matchLiveDate: August 4, 2026Time: 8:00 PMVenue: epet ARENAReferee: Mr. Gözübüyük (NED)Sparta Prague(62') M. Ryneš(68') J. Mercado90' Champions League2-1Lyon(45') M. Suchomel (o.g.)MatchLineupsLive updatesLiveChampions League Sparta Prague2-1Lyon 90'68'67'64'62'90'90'The fourth official signals three minutes of added time, which have already begun...89'Tolisso finds Fofana, whose weak strike is parried by the goalkeeper, who fumbles the rebound. Nuamah nearly capitalizes on the loose ball.88'The visitors are torn between mounting an attack to level the score and preserving their narrow lead.86'Kluivert nearly reacts aggressively to a challenge from Ševinský, but the referee cautions him instead.84'Sparta Prague makes three substitutions: Alcocer, Brunes, and Karabec exit, with Harasli...
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Melbet scandal: cybercrime and money laundering in Senegal’s betting industry
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Melbet scandal: cybercrime and money laundering in Senegal’s betting industry

The Senegalese betting landscape is facing a major upheaval as authorities uncover a sophisticated cybercrime network linked to the controversial platform Melbet. An ongoing judicial investigation, launched in January 2026 by the Special Cybercrime Unit (DSC), has exposed an intricate web of financial irregularities and alleged money laundering activities spanning multiple countries. Financial flows and suspicious transactions Between September and December 2025, judicial authorities scrutinized payment records from the mobile money operator Wave, revealing staggering financial movements. Client deposits totaled over 29.5 billion West African CFA francs, while withdrawals amounted to approximately 23.5 billion CFA francs. This unexplained discrepancy of nearly 6 billion CFA francs has rai...
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Togo: former security minister’s hunger strike exposes regime’s fractures
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Togo: former security minister’s hunger strike exposes regime’s fractures

A former pillar of the Togolese regime takes a stand from behind bars When a former defense minister, once regarded as one of the most influential figures in Togo’s government, resorts to a hunger strike in protest of her detention, the implications extend far beyond a legal matter. Since July 27, 2026, Marguerite Gnakadé has been fasting in her prison cell, condemning conditions she deems inhumane. After nearly eleven months in custody, her protest serves as her final plea for justice. From loyalty to opposition: the unraveling of a trusted insider Marguerite Gnakadé’s trajectory makes her case particularly significant. As the first woman to lead the Ministry of Defense and a former sister-in-law of President Faure Gnassingbé, she was once a central figure in the regime’s inner circle. H...
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How Senegal’s sufis shape today’s political discourse
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How Senegal’s sufis shape today’s political discourse

Religious devotion meets political ambition in Senegal The interplay between faith and governance in Senegal reveals a unique dynamic where Sufi brotherhoods wield significant influence over national politics. As the country maintains its secular foundation, the historical legacy of these religious leaders has resurfaced as a powerful political tool, particularly among sovereignist movements seeking to redefine Senegalese identity. Political leaders invoke spiritual heritage The current political climate in Senegal sees leaders from opposing factions converging around a shared narrative centered on indigenous development models. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Assembly President Ousmane Sonko, despite their political differences, both recognize the strategic importance of aligning wit...
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Ol facing sparta prague in champions league qualifiers
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Ol facing sparta prague in champions league qualifiers

The stakes couldn't be higher for Olympique Lyonnais. With a fourth-place finish in Ligue 1 last season, the club now faces the daunting task of navigating the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round. Failure to advance past Sparta Prague would relegate them to the Europa League, a scenario the players and fans alike are desperate to avoid. Paulo Fonseca’s squad kicks off their European campaign on Tuesday evening at 20:00 local time in the Czech capital, where the pressure to perform will be immense. Lyon’s lineup faces significant challenges before the whistle blows. Defensive absences loom large with Moussa Niakhaté and Nicolas Tagliafico serving suspensions, while Khalis Merah and Pavel Sulc remain unavailable due to fitness concerns. Adding to the complications, Felix Bacher, th...
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Togo: Gospel artist’s viral act sparks debate over protest methods
4Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Togo: Gospel artist’s viral act sparks debate over protest methods

An explosive TikTok livestream has ignited nationwide discussions after a prominent gospel artist publicly shredded her passport. Noélie Elykem’s dramatic gesture, broadcast from the United States, has transcended mere digital spectacle to expose deep societal fractures over modern dissent, especially within the Togolese diaspora. The singer’s fiery denunciation of President Faure Gnassingbé’s administration through the symbolic destruction of her identity document has sent shockwaves across Togo and neighboring countries. Supporters view the act as a raw, unfiltered expression of frustration against decades of governance failures, while critics condemn it as an inappropriate attack on national sovereignty. ADVERTISING Legal realities vs. digital defiance: What does passport destruction...
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Togo activist Marguerite Gnakadé’s hunger strike behind bars
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Togo activist Marguerite Gnakadé’s hunger strike behind bars

Since July 27, 2026, Togo's former Defense Minister has refused all food to protest harsh prison conditions. Eleven months after her September 2025 arrest for criticizing Faure Gnassingbé's governance, she amplifies the struggle of sixty political detainees still denied freedom. On August 30, 2025, as Lomé erupted in protests over rising living costs and a constitutional reform shifting Togo to a parliamentary system, Essozimna Marguerite Gnakadé joined the demonstrations. The first woman to lead Togo's Defense Ministry (2020-2022), she was quickly targeted by security forces and briefly sent home before her September 17, 2025 arrest for publicly questioning Gnassingbé's leadership. Trapped in Togo's prison system for nearly a year, Gnakadé escalated her protest on July 27, 2026 by laun...
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Chad’s opposition struggles under Mahamat Déby’s tightening grip
4Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Chad’s opposition struggles under Mahamat Déby’s tightening grip

The political landscape in Chad continues to tighten under the leadership of transitional leader Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, as opposition figures face mounting challenges in asserting their influence. Months into his rule, the dynamic between the military-backed administration and civil society groups has become increasingly strained, with dissent often met with swift repression rather than dialogue. Three prominent opposition leaders—Albert Pahimi Padacké, Succès Masra, and Saleh Kebzabo—have found themselves navigating a landscape where public dissent is met with heavy-handed tactics. Their efforts to mobilize support have been met with restrictions, arrests, and other forms of coercion, leaving many to question whether a united opposition front can emerge in the current climate. ...
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Gabon’s Paris visit yields economic promises — will gabonese see real benefits?
4Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Gabon’s Paris visit yields economic promises — will gabonese see real benefits?

Economie Gabon's Paris visit yields economic promises — will gabonese see real benefits? 128 No comment Libreville, August 4, 2026 — The state visit of Gabonese leader Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to Paris from July 19 to 22 was more than a diplomatic showcase. Beyond military honors at Les Invalides, a tour of the Palace of Versailles, and a state dinner at the Élysée Palace, Libreville had a clear economic agenda:...
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