Agence de Presse Ouest-Africaine
Agence de Presse Ouest-Africaine
An official delegation has arrived in Diffa to finalize preparations for the 3rd Blanakou Arts and Culture Festival, set for September 4-6. The event aims to promote crafts and heritage as drivers of economic sovereignty and social cohesion, with senior government officials participating in the final planning phase.
COSNI has named its large meeting room after the late press attaché Yannick Ousmane Keïta, honoring his dedication to Nigerien sport. The tribute, held ahead of International Olympic Day, was marked by emotional speeches from colleagues and family, recognizing his legacy as a tireless sports journalist.
Technical experts from Côte d'Ivoire and Mali reached a consensus on the definitive border layout and validated a draft delimitation treaty during an August meeting in Bamako. The agreement remains a technical step, with treaty signature still pending and boundary marking not expected to begin until after the geodetic framework is deployed before the end of 2026.
Niger’s READ project steering committee met in Niamey to review four years of progress and set priorities for the final year. The Canadian-funded initiative has reached over 15,000 learners, with a focus on girls and crisis-affected communities.
Mayamba FA came from behind to beat Medina Daru 2-1 and finish top of Group A in the Essau Youth Sports Development Association Newettan, with Malang Marong scoring twice. Berending United also advanced after a 3-1 comeback win over Buniadu United.
Togo's electricity provider, CEET, has announced nationwide intermittent power cuts from August 28 to September 21, 2026, due to scheduled maintenance on the West African Gas Pipeline. The company will use liquid fuels to mitigate the impact but warns that outages may still occur, and advises customers to unplug appliances to avoid damage.
Gambian civil society organizations are demanding a forensic audit of all assets recovered from former President Yahya Jammeh, citing concerns over undervaluation and irregular sales. The call follows a parliamentary inquiry that found significant disparities in asset valuations and disposal practices.
Kemo Ceesay has been elected president of the Gambia Football Federation after winning 41 of 77 votes in a three-way race, avoiding a runoff. He will serve a four-year term, succeeding Lamin Kaba Bajo.
An opinion piece by Ibrahim Elhadji dit Hima argues that some activists now supporting Niger's Refoundation regime once championed democracy, raising questions about their sincerity. The article explores the conceptual link between sovereignty and democracy, and why the debate matters beyond Niger's borders.
A young woman, Fadima Konaté, was killed by lightning on August 26 while working at an artisanal gold mining site in Mandiana, Guinea. Despite workers turning off phones and placing them under a tree, she was struck while washing mud. The incident highlights the ongoing vulnerability of miners to weather hazards during the rainy season.
