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Politics - 4 May 2026
DRC National Assembly Ratifies Key Agreements with Rwanda and the United States
Kinshasa - April 28, 2026
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 4 May 2026
Guelleh Sworn In for New Term Amid Intense Diplomatic Activity
DJIBOUTI, May 9, 2026 - President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh was officially sworn in for a new five-year term on Saturday following his re-election in the April 10 presidential election, where he secured more than 97% of the vote.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 3 May 2026
President Kagame set for official visit to Botswana to boost bilateral ties
Gaborone, 29 April 2026 - Rwandan President Paul Kagame is expected to undertake an official visit to Botswana on 30 April, in a move aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between the two countries.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 2 May 2026
Opposition Questions U.S.
Kinshasa - April 26, 2026
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 1 May 2026
Burundi’s Ruling Party Endorses Ndayishimiye for 2027 Presidential Election
Bujumbura, April 26, 2026 - Burundi’s ruling party, CNDD-FDD, has endorsed incumbent President Évariste Ndayishimiye as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 29 April 2026
Drone Strike at Chad Border Crossing Kills Three, Injures Dozens
Geneina, April 15, 2026 - At least three people were killed and dozens injured in a drone strike targeting a border crossing in West Darfur, as Sudan’s conflict continues to spill across strategic transit routes.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Politics - 29 April 2026
Fire Kills Four in Central Darfur Displacement Camp
Golo, April 27, 2026 - At least four people, including children, were killed and 12 others injured on Monday after a large fire swept through a displacement camp in Sudan’s Central Darfur region.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Politics - 27 April 2026
Mali-Morocco Relations: Suspension of Electronic Travel Authorization to Ease Mobility
Bamako, April 23, 2026 - Morocco has announced the suspension of the Electronic Travel Authorization to Morocco (AEVM) for Malian nationals, in a move expected to facilitate travel and strengthen bilateral ties between…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 27 April 2026
Mali Emphasizes National Cohesion Ahead of Major Islamic Unity Gathering
Bamako, April 13, 2026 - Efforts to promote national unity and peaceful coexistence were highlighted on Monday as the Minister of Religious Affairs, Worship, and Customs, Dr.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 27 April 2026
Mali-Guinea Cooperation: Vocational Training and Entrepreneurship at the Core
Conakry, April 24, 2026 - Mali and Guinea are seeking to deepen their bilateral cooperation with a renewed focus on vocational training, entrepreneurship, and skills development.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 27 April 2026
Four New Ambassadors Present Credentials to Mali’s Head of State
Bamako, April 16, 2026 - Mali’s diplomatic landscape expanded on Thursday as President of the Transition and Head of State, General Assimi Goïta, received the credentials of four newly appointed resident ambassadors…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 27 April 2026
Mali Secures Geographic Indication for Bogolan
Bamako, April 16, 2026 - Mali has taken a major step in safeguarding its cultural heritage with the official presentation of the registration certificate recognizing Bogolan as a Protected Geographical Indication.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read