Africa

Burkina Faso’s Transitional President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has declined an offer from Saudi Arabia to construct 200 mosques in the country, instead urging the kingdom to invest in key sectors that drive economic growth. President Traoré’s decision reflects his broader vision for national development, prioritizing advancements in education, healthcare, and job creation over religious infrastructure….

Ivorian 2025 presidential elections frontrunner Tidjane Thiam, has officially relinquished his French citizenship, potentially clearing a major hurdle in his bid for the presidency. A decision published in France’s official journal on Thursday confirmed that Thiam had been “released from his allegiance to France” after requesting to surrender his French passport. Côte d’Ivoire’s electoral law…

Nigerian lawmakers have approved President Bola Tinubu’s state of emergency measures in Rivers State, along with the suspension of the state’s opposition governor. The emergency measures, announced on Tuesday, aim to curb pipeline vandalism and address political tensions within the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) that could disrupt oil production in the Niger Delta region….

Benin’s Defense and Security Forces are conducting a large-scale anti-terrorism simulation exercise, METROPOLIS 2025, today, March 21, on Ouidah beach. The drill aims to test the country’s response capabilities to potential terrorist threats. The joint exercise, involving the Republican Police and the Beninese Armed Forces, is part of a national strategy to enhance operational preparedness…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially released the schedule for the upcoming U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to take place in Morocco from March 30 to April 19, 2025. The tournament will be hosted across four stadiums in Casablanca, Mohammedia, and El Jadida, featuring 16 teams competing for the continental title…

Senegal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are intensifying efforts to enhance their economic relationship, fostering a more robust and mutually beneficial partnership. On Wednesday, the UAE Ambassador to Senegal, Saeed Hamdan Alnaqbi , hosted an iftar dinner at his diplomatic residence in Dakar, bringing together several senior figures from the Senegalese media. The gathering…

A trailer loaded with cement lost control and plowed into 14 vehicles stuck in traffic near Nyanya Bridge in Abuja on Wednesday, leaving at least six people dead and causing widespread panic. The Federal Capital Territory Police Command confirmed the incident, which occurred about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the city center. According to the…

Trailer Crash in Nigeria Claims Six Lives. General Tiani is set to Lead Niger for Five-Year Transition Under New Charter. Senegal and UAE Strengthen Economic Ties Through Strategic Initiatives. 14th PALESH Edition to Address Africa’s Stability and Security. CAF Unveils Schedule for U-17 AFCON in Morocco.

Pan-Africanists will gather once again in Nigeria to discuss pressing issues affecting Africa’s stability and security, aiming to develop practical solutions to address them. These will dominate discussions at the 14th edition of the Pan-African Leadership Symposium (PALESH), held under the theme: “Adaptive Leadership & Stability in Africa: Prospects & Challenges.” The symposium will focus…

Niger’s Transitional President, General Abdourahamane Tiani will officially assume the role of President of Niger for the next five years under a new constitutional framework set to be launched on March 25, 2025. This transition follows the National Refoundation Conference, which proposed major governance changes, including the dissolution of political parties and the adoption of…