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Politics - 3 November 2025
Niger Launches Housing Market Commission to Promote Social Equity
Niamey, Niger - In response to growing social pressures and speculative practices in urban rental markets, Niger’s Minister of Urban Planning and Housing, Colonel Abdoul Kadri Amadou Daouda, officially installed the…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read

Politics - 3 November 2025
Niger Advances Financial and Municipal Governance Reforms
Niamey, Niger - Niger is taking decisive steps to strengthen both national financial stability and local governance.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read

Politics - 3 November 2025
Niger Pushes “Made in Niger” Agenda with National Campaign and Industrial Oversight
Niamey, Niger - Niger’s government is intensifying efforts to promote economic sovereignty through the “Made in Niger” initiative, combining public advocacy with hands-on industrial oversight.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
DRC: National Assembly to Elect New Speaker on November 13
Kinshasa, DRC - Jacques Djoli, rapporteur of the National Assembly, announced on November 4 that the election of the new Speaker of the lower house, along with the deputy rapporteur, is scheduled for November 13, 2025.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
New National Communication Observatory InstalledNiamey, Niger - The transitional government has taken a decisive step to
The newly appointed members of the ONC are:
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
London: Prime Minister Suminwa Calls for Peace and Equitable Partnerships in Eastern DRC
London, UK - On the sidelines of the CNN Global Perspectives on Africa conference on November 3, Congolese Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka outlined her government’s vision centered on peace, good governance, and…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
President Tiani’s Regional Tour Culminates in Triumphant Dosso RallyDosso, Niger - His Excellency Brigadier General Abdo
The visit, which quickly evolved into a vibrant demonstration of public support, saw the Head of State greeted by jubilant crowds from his arrival at the PK5 entrance to Gaya through to the regional capital.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
Mali Council of Ministers Adopts New Regulations for Architects and Makes Key Appointments
Bamako, Mali - The Council of Ministers of Mali convened on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Koulouba Palace under the chairmanship of General Assimi Goïta, President of the Transition and Head of State.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
High-Level Engagements with Turkey and China Deepen Niger’s Strategic PartnershipsNiamey, Niger - Niger strengthened its
The Minister of State, Minister of the Interior, Public Security and Territorial Administration, General of Division Mohamed Toumba, received His Excellency Lyu Guijun, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
Rwanda’s Foreign Minister Criticizes MONUSCO as 'One of UN’s Greatest Failures'
KIGALI, Rwanda - Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has sharply criticized the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
Rwanda, Egypt Strengthen Cooperation During GEM Opening
CAIRO, EGYPT - Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olivier Nduhungirehe, met with his Egyptian counterpart, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, to discuss ways to deepen cooperation between the two countries across multiple sectors.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read

Politics - 2 November 2025
National Assembly: Aimé Boji Elected President, Clotilde Mutita Becomes Deputy Rapporteur
The National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has elected Aimé Boji Sangara as the new President of the Lower House, following a vote held on Thursday, November 13, at the People’s Palace in Kinshasa.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
