[Léandre SAHIRI, professor, prolific writer and fervent defender of culture, and his wife Yvonne Djilet Badi SAHIRI, are the initiators of an ambitious, futuristic project to equip the town of Gagnoa, Côte d'Ivoire, with a great "temple of all knowledge and all cultures": a media library. With this project, Mr. Sahiri is offering a space that promises to boost local development, by promoting access to culture, education and technology. The project is not limited to the construction of a building, but is part of a process of social and educational transformation. His recently published book, entitled "La future médiathèque de Gagnoa: Un espace d'épanouissement et un outil de développement au cœur de la région du Gôh pour tous les ages", recounts this exciting adventure. In an exclusive interview, he talks about his career, his literary and political commitment, the challenges of this project, and his website www.asmgagnoa.com, which he has just officially launched].

Malik is a name synonymous with innovation, resilience and creativity. A pioneer in his field, Malik has consistently pushed boundaries, redefining what success looks like in a competitive world. Today, we sit down with him to explore the driving forces behind his journey, uncovering the key moments that have shaped his path. From his early inspirations to his approach to challenges, Malik's story is one of determination and vision. This conversation promises to offer a glimpse into his unique mindset, his strategies for overcoming obstacles and his aspirations for the future. Let's dive into Malik's world and his remarkable journey.

On December 3, 2024, at the Maison de la Chimie, Paris hosted the first Culture et Société conference, an event organized by influential figures from the cultural and academic worlds, with the support of Amazon and Google France. The day's discussions and debates highlighted the transformations taking place in cultural practices, the challenges of financing them, and the innovations needed to guarantee their influence in the digital age.

David Boye-Doe is a Ghanaian fashion designer and the creative mind behind BOYEDOE, a contemporary menswear brand combining African heritage and modern elegance. Known for his meticulous craftsmanship and timeless designs, David's creations celebrate cultural identity while embracing global fashion trends.

Peter Bwire is a filmmaker whose passion for storytelling has made him a leading voice in the African film industry. Raised in Kitale, Kenya, he discovered cinema by an unexpected route, driven by his love of storytelling rather than early exposure to film. Founder of Kitale Film Week, he has worked tirelessly to build a platform that promotes African stories while fostering local and international collaborations. In this interview, he reflects on his journey, the challenges of balancing creativity and business, and his vision for the future of African cinema on the world stage.

Nadiifo Abdullahi is overjoyed to see her 8-month-old daughter Falastin reach the milestone of sitting up on her own and trying to crawl. This progress in her daughter's development fills Nadiifo with hope.

The 7,000 km long West African coastline shared by Senegal, Togo, Nigeria and other countries is increasingly threatened by coastal erosion. Benin, for example, loses an average of four meters of shoreline per year along 65% of its coastline. What are the characteristics of this phenomenon and what are the main resilience measures at both national and sub-regional levels? Find out in this article, part of our special feature on seas and oceans.

While the image of French humanitarian NGOs is dominated by that of the "French doctors", many other structures have developed cross-functional actions, combining access to water, food and healthcare, for example, with environmental regeneration. A French specificity that is sorely needed in beneficiary countries.

The UN's Agenda 2030 promises to transform our world, but at the halfway point in 2023, only 15% of the Sustainable Development Goals have been achieved. Despite this, we must refuse resignation and draw inspiration from strategic management to breathe new life into this crucial utopia. Tribune.

Nowadays, when we think of a village, we think of a certain quality of life, a return to our roots and nature. But do we really understand the difference between town and village?

Mergers are a way for communes to achieve very specific objectives in the interests of both communes and their citizens. So what advantages can a merger bring to a commune?

In a report on water stress in North Africa and the Middle East, the World Bank calls for a new approach to water management. The response to the water crisis requires "bold reforms", including the decentralization of water management to local authorities.

More and more Swiss people are working less than 90% of their time. More and more men are opting for part-time work.

The Senegalese diaspora transfers US$2,562 million in remittances annually, representing 10.5% of the country's Gross Domestic Product.

The pandemic of COVID followed by the economic crisis has direct consequences on the increase of poverty. This phenomenon does not spare children. According to the latest figures from Statbel, almost 13% of them suffer from material deprivation, i.e. they do not eat enough, do not have the right clothes or do not go on vacation. And this poverty does not stop at the school gates.

Europe and Wallonia promote rural development, in particular through the LAGs, the Local Action Groups. The objective is to encourage them to reflect on the potential of their rural territory and to bring out projects desired by citizens through associations but also companies, farmers, etc. The oldest in the Province of Luxembourg is the LAG of the Pays de l'Ourthe.

Answer from the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs: From a legal point of view, although local authorities cannot conclude international treaties or agreements, they can nevertheless be actors in international relations through territorial diplomacy.

Travel, digital use, teleworking, heating of public buildings... Rather than closing certain public services and penalizing users, the think tank Le Sens du Service Public recommends transforming daily life and adopting a sobriety plan in seven measures.

For several years, all political parties have included decentralization, in one form or another, in their list of electoral promises.

Announced for last March 31 and then postponed, by joint decision of the Ministers of External Relations and Decentralization and Local Development, the launch in Cameroon of the series of the said diplomatic meetings of the territories, a new program of promotion of good practices in local development through decentralized cooperation at the initiative of your international online media www.jumelages-partenariats.com again envisaged on June 30 and July 1 in the department of Moungo