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Macron’s Africa Reset Tests France’s Lost Influence

French President Emmanuel Macron is facing a major diplomatic challenge as France attempts to rebuild its relationship with Africa after years of declining influence, rising anti-French sentiment and growing competition from global powers seeking a stronger presence on the continent. Macron’s renewed
July 23, 2026

Jailed Senegalese opposition leader Sonko files to run for President

Jailed Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has submitted his candidacy to contest a February presidential election with the constitutional council despite the state’s refusal to provide him the necessary documents. Sonko’s back-up Bassirou Diomaye Faye has also filed to run, Ousseynou Ly,
December 27, 2023

Congolese head to the polls amid tension

44 million voters are expected to cast their vote today December 20 ,2023, in the general elections in the  Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)  The exercise involves electing MPs, Local  Government Leaders, and the President., where 19 candidates are vying for the
December 20, 2023

Somalia signs EAC Treaty of Accession

THE Federal Republic of Somalia on Friday signed the Treaty of Accession in its zeal of joining the East African Community (EAC). The Treaty of Accession was signed by Somalia’s President Sheikh Hassan Mohamud and the Chairperson of the Summit of EAC
December 17, 2023