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Tunisia: 164 Guineans voluntarily repatriated after their migration journey
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, a total of 164 Guinean nationals were repatriated from Tunisia as part of a voluntary return program coordinated with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), according to the Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP) agency. This repatriation… -
Donald Trump hosts Giorgia Meloni in Washington
On April 17, 2025, Donald Trump welcomed Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to Washington. The meeting was marked by overt displays of personal friendship, as well as a shared alignment on several key issues, from security to immigration policy. During… -
Why Has the iPhone Fallen Behind Android?
By 2025, the gap between the iPhone and Android smartphones has widened—this time not in Apple’s favor. The turning point? The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into mobile operating systems. Long considered the benchmark for smooth performance and premium hardware,… -
Ivory Coast: Tidjane Thiam named PDCI-RDA presidential candidate
The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA) has officially chosen its flag bearer for the upcoming presidential election. The party has selected Tidjane Thiam as its candidate for the 2025 presidential race. Running unopposed for the… -
Benin: Adrien Houngbédji defended by supporters amid political attacks
Supporters of former Beninese National Assembly President Adrien Houngbédji have broken their silence in response to what they describe as verbal attacks targeting their leader. In a statement issued on Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Deputy Secretary General of the… -
Clémence Guetté: “We must protect public services and restore tax justice”
Speaking on France Info this Tuesday morning, MP Clémence Guetté delivered a sharp critique of France’s current security, diplomatic, and budgetary situation. Voicing concerns over a surge in violence targeting prisons and strongly criticizing the government’s diplomatic stance towards Algeria,… -
DRC: residence of Joseph Kabila searched amid suspicions of ties to AFC/M23
A property belonging to former President Joseph Kabila was searched by security services. The operation took place on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at a site housing offices, warehouses, and containers, some of which are reportedly owned by businessmen, including individuals… -
Benin: new terrorist attack reported in the north
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, Benin recorded a new terrorist attack. According to local media outlet Bip Radio, two Beninese military positions were targeted in the Koudou Falls area, deep within the W National Park, more than 700 kilometers from… -
Crisis in DRC-Rwanda: Faure Gnassingbé’s first visit as appointed mediator
Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé has taken up the mantle of mediator just days after being designated to help resolve the crisis shaking eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and its neighbor, Rwanda. On Wednesday, April 16, he made his first official… -
Economy: IMF approves $129 million in aid to Mali
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the immediate disbursement of $129 million to Mali under the Rapid Credit Facility. This funding will help the Sahelian country effectively address the aftermath of the 2024 floods. The country led by General… -
Niger: Two military operations leave nine terrorists dead
The Nigerien army announced on Wednesday that nine terrorists were neutralized during two operations carried out between Monday and Tuesday in the western part of the country. The first intervention, conducted on Monday along the Makalondi-Bankéré axis, allowed a military… -
Cameroon: 70 kg of drugs hidden in air compressors intercepted at the airport
Cameroonian customs authorities seized 70 kilograms of drugs at Douala International Airport on Tuesday, according to an official statement dated April 16 and signed by Minister Delegate for Finance, Yaouba Abdoulaye. According to customs services, the value of the illegal… -
United Kingdom: Supreme Court rules in favor of biological sex in legal definition of “woman”
The UK Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling on Wednesday, April 16, regarding gender. The court ruled that, under the law, a woman is defined as a person born biologically female, thereby excluding transgender individuals from the legal definition. In… -
Europe: Tesla marque un grand coup avec son hub de recharge de 547 bornes
According to industry outlet Electrive, Tesla has made a bold symbolic move with the launch of a massive charging hub on the grounds of its Berlin Gigafactory. The facility, boasting an impressive 547 charging points, can deliver up to 250… -
Why did Donald Trump freeze $2.2 billion in funding for Harvard University?
An unprecedented standoff is unfolding between the prestigious Harvard University and the Trump administration. At the heart of the clash is Harvard’s refusal to comply with federal government demands. As a result, on April 14, the White House announced the… -
Meeting between Vladimir Putin and the Emir of Qatar: what you need to know
Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, will meet on Thursday, April 17, 2025, to discuss a range of current issues, including regional and humanitarian challenges, bilateral relations, and the war in Ukraine,… -
Ghana bans foreigners from artisanal gold market
Starting May 1st, Ghana will prohibit foreigners from operating in the artisanal gold market. The decision, announced by the Ghana Gold Board—the state agency in charge of regulating the gold sector—marks a significant shift for Africa’s leading gold producer. The… -
Benin: third group of stranded migrants in Algeria expected in Cotonou this Thursday
In Benin, authorities are expecting a third group of 150 migrants stranded in Algeria. A delegation from the Beninese Ministry of Foreign Affairs traveled earlier this week to coordinate their repatriation. This latest group of distressed migrants marks the third… -
Burkina Faso: government plans to strengthen national police with over 2,000 new recruits
Faced with mounting security challenges, Burkina Faso’s authorities are stepping up efforts to reinforce internal security. During a recent cabinet meeting, the government approved a major plan to bolster the national police force. The executive has validated a large-scale recruitment… -
DRC–Rwanda: UN Security Council renews mediation efforts
Mediation in the conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda was at the center of discussions at the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday, April 16. Téte António, Chairperson of the African Union Executive Council and… -
Iraq summons Lebanese ambassador over criticism of its paramilitary forces
On Wednesday, Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Lebanese ambassador to Iraq, Ali al-Habhab, to protest remarks made by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun regarding Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), also known as Hashd al-Shaabi. In an official statement, the… -
Trade war: Beijing halts Boeing deliveries and increases pressure on Washington
China has ordered the immediate suspension of Boeing aircraft deliveries and frozen the purchase of U.S.-made spare parts, in a new escalation of the ongoing trade war with the United States. The move deals a heavy blow to the American… -
États-Unis : enquête sur des fuites d’informations militaires, 02 conseillers écartés
On Tuesday, April 15, two senior Pentagon officials were temporarily removed from their posts as part of an investigation into the leak of sensitive information, including U.S. attack plans targeting the Houthis in Yemen. Dan Caldwell, senior advisor to Secretary… -
Joe Biden slams Trump administration: “They’re hacking away at Social Security”
In a speech that was both firm and emotional, former U.S. President Joe Biden spoke out to denounce what he described as a full-scale assault on Social Security by the Trump administration, just 100 days after its return to power.… -
Nigeria: 127 deaths and growing concern over Lassa fever outbreak
Nigerian health authorities announced on Tuesday that the Lassa fever outbreak has claimed 127 lives so far. Since the beginning of the year, 674 cases have been confirmed out of 4,025 suspected cases, according to a statement from the Nigeria… -
Burkina Faso: sharp rise in road accidents in March 2025
The month of March 2025 was particularly tragic on Burkina Faso’s roads. According to a report released Monday evening by the Ministry of Security, a total of 1,456 road accidents were recorded across the country, resulting in 99 deaths and… -
Benin: key decisions adopted at the Council of Ministers this Wednesday april 16
In Benin, President Patrice Talon’s government met on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, for its weekly Council of Ministers. At the conclusion of the meeting, several important decisions were announced. Below is a summary of the main outcomes of this government… -
Transgender rights: UK Supreme Court rules on the legal definition of the term “woman”
In a landmark decision in the UK’s ongoing debate over transgender rights, the Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that, within the legal framework, the term “woman” must refer exclusively to biological sex. The unanimous ruling carries major implications, particularly for… -
Guinea: Moussa Dadis Camara leaves the country for medical reasons
Sentenced to twenty years in prison for crimes against humanity, the former military junta leader who ruled Guinea between 2008 and 2010 has left the country for health-related reasons. Two weeks after being granted a presidential pardon, Moussa Dadis Camara… -
Gabon – Death of Aaron Boupendza: President Brice Oligui pays tribute
Gabon is in deep mourning following the tragic death of Aaron Boupendza, which occurred in China. The shocking loss has especially moved the President of the Republic, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, who expressed himself publicly. In a message posted on…