The African Tribune

Togo is grappling with a growing security dilemma as foreign military and paramilitary forces operate within its borders, particularly in the northern Savanes region bordering Burkina Faso. A coalition of opposition groups and civil society organizations has intensified pressure on President Faure Gnassingbé’s administration, demanding clear answers about the presence of these foreign agents. Opposition unites to challenge government secrecy The political landscape in Lomé has shifted as opposition factions, including the Dynamique Monseigneur Kpodzro (DMK), Dynamique pour la majorité du peuple (DMP), Lumière pour le développement dans la paix (LDP), and the movement Touche pas à ma Constitution, have issued a joint statement calling for accountability. Their primary concern revolves a...

Economic leaders in Chad convene to assess 2026 growth outlook The National Economic and Financial Committee (CNEF) of Chad concluded its second ordinary session of 2026 in the capital, N’Djamena, under the leadership of State Minister Tahir Hamid Nguilin, who also serves as the Committee’s chair. The gathering brought together key financial and economic stakeholders, including the Minister of Trade and Industry, Guibolo Fanga Mathieu, the Minister Delegate for Economy and Planning, Saleh Bourma Ali, and the Governor of the Bank of Central African States (BEAC), Yvon Sana Bangui, alongside other permanent members.   During the session, the CNEF reviewed global, regional, and domestic macroeconomic conditions, along with economic projections for 2026 and medium-term forecasts. The di...

Chelsea Football Club has confirmed the arrival of England international Morgan Rogers, completing the transfer of one of the most promising young attacking talents in English football. The Blues announced the signing on their official channels, revealing that Rogers, aged 23, has committed to a long-term contract at Stamford Bridge, tying him to the club until 2033. The young forward joins Chelsea ahead of the new season, following a standout period at Aston Villa where he established himself as a key creative force. During his two-year stint in Birmingham, Rogers contributed directly to 40 goals in 85 Premier League appearances, playing a pivotal role in Aston Villa’s fourth-place finish and their subsequent triumph in the UEFA Europa League last season. His performances have also earn...

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Six local leaders of the Democratic Party of Côte d'Ivoire (PDCI-RDA) regained their freedom on Monday, July 20, 2026. The Abidjan anti-terrorism chamber ordered their release after nine months in custody, as announced by their lawyer, Me Ange Rodrigue Dadjé, on social media. The six PDCI activists—Allo Pacôme Didier, Kouleon Manhenin, N’Cho Gnangoran, Mabo Koffi Jean-Marc, Ouattara Kinjinlman, and Niangoran N’Guessan Édouard—were arrested between late September and early October 2025 during the high-stakes presidential campaign. Arrests amid electoral tensions The detentions occurred amid a charged presidential election in 2025, a poll marred by deep divisions between the ruling government and the opposition. The charges, which included allegations of plotting against the state and inc...