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Senegal’s President Faye Visits Congo to Bolster Ties

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is in the Republic of Congo for a two-day official and working visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. The trip, which began Monday, marks a focused diplomatic effort to deepen ties between Senegal and Brazzaville.…

Nigeria Summit Charts Africa’s Energy Cooperation Future

The Nigeria International Energy Summit concluded with commitment by regional leaders to advance continental energy priorities. African heads of state used the Abuja platform to highlight priorities on energy security, diversification, and regional cooperation. Discussions at the NIES 2026 focused…

Gambia Government Counters Concerns in National Poll

The Gambian government has formally responded to a recent national opinion poll released by CepRass that highlighted widespread public anxiety. Officials addressed the survey’s findings on Tuesday, acknowledging citizen concerns while defending the administration’s governance record and policy direction. The…

Senegal President Diomaye Faye Visits Congo

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye arrived in Congo on Monday afternoon for a two-day working and friendship visit. According to the presidency, the visit is aimed at strengthening cooperation between Senegal and Brazzaville across several sectors. Abdullahi Hassan has more…

Mali and U.S. Move to Renew Security Cooperation

Mali and the United States are renewing political dialogue as both sides move to revive bilateral cooperation. On Monday, Mali’s Foreign Minister, Abdoulaye Diop, received Nick Checker, the U.S. envoy for African affairs, for talks focused on restoring security and…

Mali Sees Renewed U.S. Diplomatic Interest in Sahel

Analysts say recent developments point to growing United States diplomatic engagement in the Sahel, with Mali at the centre of renewed attention. Balancing issues of sovereignty, alliances, and commercial interests, the AES bloc—whose closest ally is Russia—is this week hosting…

Nigeria Police, Church Clash Over Kaduna Abduction Figures

In Nigeria, police in Kaduna State say at least 80 worshippers abducted from three churches have returned home following attacks by suspected bandits. However, the Christian Association of Nigeria has challenged the police account, questioning the accuracy of official figures…