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As Cameroon’s president maintains an unusually extended absence from the country, the 93-year-old leader, Paul Biya, has intensified his use of presidential decrees to demonstrate ongoing governance and counter claims …
Cameroon president’s decrees amid prolonged absence fuel speculation Read More
Christian Bosembe, head of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) Higher Council of Audiovisual and Communications (CSAC), has declared that TikTok will be blocked imminently to curb propaganda linked …
DRC cracks down on TikTok over rebel propaganda amid AFC-M23 clashes Read More
The Collectif des élus français originaires du Congo-Kinshasa (CEFOCK) has unveiled plans for a comprehensive diplomatic offensive in France to secure official recognition of the GENOCOST—the genocide linked to resource …
Congo genocide recognition push gains momentum in France Read More
The long-standing border dispute between Senegal and Gambia has reached a decisive milestone with the signing of a final agreement on the delimitation of their shared frontier. This landmark accord, …
Senegal and gambia finalize historic border agreement after tensions Read More
Cameroon military reshuffle: president Biya approves major leadership changes President Paul Biya of Cameroon has authorized a sweeping overhaul of the country’s military leadership while remaining abroad for nearly two …
Cameroon military shake-up: biya reshuffles top brass amid absence Read More
Military leaders unite in Cotonou to strengthen anti-terror defenses As violent extremist groups intensify their activities across West Africa, Benin and Nigeria have taken a decisive step to consolidate their …
Benin and Nigeria join forces to combat rising terror threats Read More
Atlanta Assurance Côte d’Ivoire, filiale de Holmarcom Finance Company, déploie une nouvelle plateforme digitale dédiée à la gestion des sinistres. Cette solution vise à réduire les délais de traitement et …
Atlanta e-sinistre la nouvelle plateforme digitale d’Atlanta Assurance Côte d’Ivoire Read More
As Ivory Coast celebrates 66 years of independence, a leading political figure has called on young citizens to prioritize hard work, professional development, discipline, and rigor as the nation charts …
Ivorian youth urged to embrace work, discipline and training for nation’s future Read More
Gabonese President Oligui Nguema arrives in Abidjan Strengthening ties: Gabon’s President joins Côte d’Ivoire’s independence festivities Politics Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema arrived in Abidjan on Tuesday, August 4, …
Gabonese leader arrives in Abidjan for Côte d’Ivoire’s independence celebrations Read More
As West Africa navigates shifting geopolitical sands, the Republic of Bénin is forging ahead with a bold, pragmatic diplomacy. A high-level meeting in Saint-Petersburg has set the stage for deeper …
Bénin and Saint-Petersburg strengthen ties amid global shifts Read More
Amid a turbulent global landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and volatile markets, the Bénin economy continues to defy the odds with robust growth. New projections reveal the country’s GDP surged …
Benin economic growth 2026 resilient despite global challenges Read More
A crucial peace initiative, the Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism (MCVE+), established nearly four months ago in Montreux to monitor the ceasefire between Kinshasa and the AFC/M23, remains dormant. Its critical …
Drc: expelled officer stalls ceasefire verification, raising regional tensions Read More