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Benin Niger border thaw sparks hopes for economic revival
22Jun By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Benin Niger border thaw sparks hopes for economic revival

A joint expert committee has breathed new life into hopes of resolving the three-year-old dispute between Benin and Niger by reopening their shared border. The committee’s findings, which address security protocols, transit procedures, and economic considerations, have laid the groundwork for potential reconciliation between the two nations. Three non-negotiable conditions set by Niamey The authorities in Niamey have outlined three conditions they deem essential for a lasting reopening of the border, which has been sealed since 2023. These demands reflect deep concerns about security and sovereignty. Mutual non-aggression pact: A formal defense and security agreement must be signed, ensuring neither country will allow its territory to be used as a launchpad for destabilizing actions a...
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Senegal’s president highlights nation’s strengths at Berlin economic forum
22Jun By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Senegal’s president highlights nation’s strengths at Berlin economic forum

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye concluded a high-profile visit to Berlin on Monday by addressing a German-Senegalese economic forum, where he outlined his country's most compelling advantages for foreign investors. The following day, he is set to hold pivotal discussions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to strengthen bilateral ties. The Senegalese head of state used the platform in Germany's capital to showcase his nation's untapped potential, emphasizing recent reforms aimed at making the country more attractive to international business partners. Dakar's diplomatic outreach comes at a time when Senegal is actively courting private sector investment to fuel its economic growth. Key reforms and economic reforms highlighted...
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IMA president’s official visit to Morocco strengthens cultural ties
22Jun By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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IMA president’s official visit to Morocco strengthens cultural ties

Anne-Claire Legendre made it clear from the outset during her press briefing at the French Institute in Casablanca on June 22: this marks her first official visit to Morocco in her role as president of the Arab World Institute (IMA). Morocco, a founding member of the IMA since 1982, stands out as a trusted partner with whom the institution has long collaborated to celebrate the Kingdom’s cultural richness and heritage. The visit unfolds against a backdrop of a packed Franco-Moroccan diplomatic agenda. During her meeting with Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, Legendre discussed the IMA’s role in bilateral relations, aligning with a scheduled meeting of the two governments in July 2026 and the preparations for King Mohammed VI’s return state visit to France. The IMA is determined to reinforc...
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Thunderstorm alert disrupts France-Iraq world cup opener in philadelphia
22Jun By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Thunderstorm alert disrupts France-Iraq world cup opener in philadelphia

footballworld cup 2026 Thunderstorm alert halts France-Iraq World Cup clash in Philadelphia Just as feared, a thunderstorm alert was issued at Philadelphia Stadium, venue for the French national team’s second World Cup 2026 group-stage match against Iraq this Monday at 23:00 local time. Kickoff may now face further delay as ground staff assess conditions. show more duration 1 min my list share 0 comments0 reactions add a commentreact to the video Comments are subject to moderation rules. read the charter No comments yet on this video. By Harouna Ousmane — Reporter
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Bénin revises national accounts base, GDP 2023 jumps by 25.2%
22Jun By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Bénin revises national accounts base, GDP 2023 jumps by 25.2%

Bénin revises national accounts base, GDP 2023 jumps by 25.2% The National Institute of Statistics and Demography (INStaD) has completed the rebasing of Benin’s national accounts, adopting 2023 as the new reference year in place of the previous 2015 base. This statistical adjustment has revised the country’s 2023 GDP to 14,020.2 billion FCFA, marking a significant 25.2% increase—a reflection of improved tracking of recent economic transformations in Benin. Rebasing aligns with global standards This overhaul aligns Benin’s economic measurement with the 2008 United Nations System of National Accounts, which advocates regular updates to the base year for more accurate economic estimates. The INStaD noted that the conventional five-year revision cycle was delayed due to global economi...
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Congo referendum faces strong opposition amid ongoing conflict
22Jun By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Congo referendum faces strong opposition amid ongoing conflict

Published today at 7:30 PM Reading time: 6 minutes. Bishop Fulgence Muteba (Cenco) slams planned referendum amid national crisis In a bold critique of the Democratic Republic of Congo's political trajectory, Bishop Fulgence Muteba, President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (Cenco), has forcefully opposed the proposed constitutional referendum. His stance hinges on the argument that the country's current security challenges render such a process not only inappropriate but potentially destabilizing. The prelate emphasized that elections and institutional reforms must take a backseat to the urgent need for peace, particularly in regions ravaged by ongoing conflict. Muteba’s position underscores a deepening divide between government ambitions and grassroots realities, whe...
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Niger and Benin edge closer to reopening historic border
22Jun By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Niger and Benin edge closer to reopening historic border

A historic thaw is unfolding between Niamey and Cotonou as both nations take decisive steps toward reopening their shared border, shuttered since July 2023. Key breakthroughs emerge after decisive diplomatic talks After three years of strained relations that crippled cross-border trade and strained bilateral cooperation, Niger and Benin have reached a pivotal moment. A high-level delegation from Niamey, led by Interior Minister General Mohamed Toumba, engaged in intensive negotiations with Beninese officials over two days in Cotonou, culminating in significant progress on multiple fronts. The meetings produced agreements in principle on critical issues including: Enhanced security cooperation to address cross-border threats and terrorist activities Tax exemptions for transit goods...
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Morocco and india strengthen counter-terrorism ties in new delhi talks
22Jun By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Morocco and india strengthen counter-terrorism ties in new delhi talks

In New Delhi on June 22, Morocco and India broadened their collaboration against terrorism by addressing shadowy financial networks, the misuse of technology, and the intertwined operations of transnational criminal groups and armed factions. The second joint working group meeting on counter-terrorism established a shared strategy built on intelligence sharing, institutional capacity-building, and alignment within key multilateral platforms. The session was co-chaired by Vinod Bahade, Joint Secretary for Counter-Terrorism at India’s Ministry of External Affairs, and Hicham Baali, Head of the National Brigade of Judicial Police (BNPJ) under the Directorate General of National Security (DGSN). Discussions focused on the threats facing both nations, as well as the global flow of extremist id...
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Benin and Niger edge closer to reopening shared border
22Jun By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Benin and Niger edge closer to reopening shared border

EconomyNiger Benin and Niger edge closer to reopening shared border A joint expert committee’s findings spark cautious optimism over the lifting of a three-year border blockade between Benin and Niger. A joint technical committee tasked with assessing the reopening of the Benin-Niger border has finalized its recommendations, identifying critical areas of agreement on security protocols, transit regulations, and legal frameworks. However, Niger’s military-led government has set three non-negotiable conditions that must be met before political ratification can proceed, potentially delaying the process further. With the border remaining sealed since 2023, both nations are grappling with severe economic and humanitarian fallout. Could this thaw in relations mark the beginning of a new c...
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Gabon and Mauritania push for a more african francophonie
22Jun By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Gabon and Mauritania push for a more african francophonie

African politicsGabon and Mauritania push for a more african francophonieBy Editor-in-chief June 22, 2026 119 No commentLibreville, June 22, 2026 — The race to lead the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF) is no longer confined to Paris or Montreal. It has now shifted to Nouakchott, Libreville, and other African capitals determined to shape the future of an alliance uniting nearly 90 countries.The visit to Libreville by Mauritania’s Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, Messouda Baham Mohamed Laghdaf, carrying a personal message from President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani to her Gabonese counterpart Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, exemplifies this shift.While the meeting followed diplomatic protocol, it also marked the beginning of a two-pronged diplomatic i...
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