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The escalating verbal attacks against President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, his wife, and his mother have drawn sharp criticism from Gabonese lawmaker Daisy Léance Akinikoussou. In a forceful statement titled …
Gabon: politician condemns attacks on president’s mother Read More
Bujumbura hosted the conclusion of the first joint cooperation commission between Burkina Faso and Burundi, where 14 landmark agreements were signed on August 13, 2026, marking a significant milestone in …
Burkina Faso and Burundi strengthen South-South ties with 14 new cooperation agreements Read More
In a landmark deal set to reshape the Paris Saint-Germain attack, Spanish striker Ferran Torres has reached a principle agreement with the club. The 26-year-old, who scored the decisive goal …
Psg set to welcome world cup final hero ferrán torres in 50m deal Read More
east DRC faces dual threat of Ebola and hunger amid ongoing conflict In eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), families are caught between two crises. While the threat of …
East DRC faces dual threat of Ebola and hunger amid ongoing conflict Read More
In a significant shift within Cameroon’s sugar sector, the Sosucam conglomerate has undergone a major change in ownership. The restructuring marks a turning point for one of the country’s most …
Cameroon: how the Sosucam ownership reshuffle unfolded Read More
Moscow’s stealthy supply line reshapes Sahel security The skies over West Africa’s Sahel are witnessing an unprecedented surge in military and logistical activity, with Moscow at the helm. A fleet …
Russia’s shadow air bridge to West Africa’s Sahel Read More
The deadly Ebola virus has escalated its reach into a sixth province in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), raising alarms about a potential cross-border spread into neighboring South Sudan. …
Ebola outbreak spreads to sixth province in Democratic Republic of Congo Read More
Cameroon’s president, Paul Biya, left Yaoundé on June 7, 2026, under the guise of a private visit, according to an official statement. However, what was initially framed as a brief …
Paul Biya’s prolonged absence sparks uncertainty in CEMAC economies Read MoreAgadez — The Algerian Prime Minister, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Niger on Thursday for a working visit. Tasked by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, he is set to co-chair with Niger’s …
Niger exploration well launch: algerian prime minister oversees kafra south project Read More
In a landmark move for energy collaboration between North and West Africa, the ceremonial launch of the Kafra Sud-Est 1 oil exploration well drilling took place this week in northern …
Algeria and Niger launch major oil exploration in Kafra basin Read More
Algeria and Mali revive diplomatic ties amid regional security concerns Tensions between Algeria and Mali escalated in April 2025 after Algerian forces shot down a Malian drone, accusing Bamako of …
Algeria and Mali revive diplomatic ties amid regional security concerns Read More
Politics Gabon: Keith Heffern tipped for US ambassador role in Libreville By Editor-in-Chief August 13, 2026 116 No comment Libreville, August 13, 2026 — The appointment of Keith Heffern as …
Gabon: Keith Heffern tipped for US ambassador role in Libreville Read More