AFCON Quarterfinals Set: Mali vs Senegal Kicks Off Showdown
AFCON quarterfinals kick off Jan 9-10 with Mali vs Senegal, Cameroon vs Morocco, Algeria vs Nigeria, and Egypt vs Cote d’Ivoire. Semis follow Jan 14, final on Jan 18 in Rabat.
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Guinea’s Doumbouya Wins Landslide with 86.7% Vote
Guinea’s Mamady Doumbouya wins 86.7% of the December 28 vote, securing a seven-year presidency and returning the nation to civilian rule.
Senegal Elected to Lead ECOWAS Commission (2026–2030)
Senegal was chosen to head the ECOWAS Commission for 2026–2030, marking its first presidency as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye pledges stronger regional unity.
UN Chief Condemns Coup Bid as Benin Army Foils Mutiny
UN Secretary-General Guterres condemns recent coup attempt in Benin after armed forces foil mutiny, calling for respect for the Constitution and democratic rule.
Benin Thwarts Coup Attempt: President Talon Safe, Government Regains Control
Early on Sunday, soldiers in Benin claimed to oust President Talon, but the presidency says he’s safe and government forces have retaken control.
Benin Soldiers Announce Takeover on National TV 🚨
This Sunday, soldiers interrupted Benin’s national TV to claim they had seized power, leaving residents and partners awaiting more details.
China’s Envoy to Guinea for Simandou Mine Inauguration
Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong will represent President Xi Jinping at the inauguration of Guinea’s Simandou iron ore mine on Nov 11, kicking off a strategic West Africa tour.