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For over two months, Cameroon has been operating under an unprecedented leadership vacuum. Since Paul Biya left Yaoundé on June 7, 2026, for what was described as a private stay …
Cameroon’s leadership vacuum: economic slowdown and rising social tensions Read More
The political landscape of Sénégal is experiencing a seismic shift following explosive revelations made by Thierno Alassane Sall during an extraordinary parliamentary session. The statements, which have sent shockwaves through …
Senegal political shake-up as thierno alassane sall exposes ousmane sonko’s hidden moves Read More
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema recently concluded his significant West African tour, which included stops in Ghana, Gambia, Sierra Leone, and Côte d’Ivoire. A highlight of his travels was his …
Gabonese reforms spark ongoing debate Read More
Économie: l’agence Moody’s relève la notation souveraine du Bénin à « Ba3 » avec perspective stable International credit rating agency Moody’s has officially upgraded the Republic of Benin’s long-term sovereign …
Benin’s economic strength recognized as moody’s upgrades sovereign rating Read More
PASTEF-Les Patriotes recently concluded an impactful two-day political tour across the Jolof region. This extensive outreach saw party leaders traverse all 19 communes within the Linguère department, making stops in …
Ousmane Sonko and PASTEF inaugurate departmental headquarters in Jolof after a 48-hour tour Read More
Algeria strengthens Niger’s military with helicopter and equipment donation Defense In line with the directives issued by the President of the Republic, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Minister …
Algeria strengthens Niger’s military with helicopter and equipment donation Read More
Cameroon: 38 young inmates regain freedom after court debt payments Cameroon Tribune Aug 9, 2026 Following a humanitarian initiative, 38 young detainees in Cameroon have regained their freedom after their …
Cameroon releases 38 young prisoners unable to pay court fees Read More
The city of Yopougon became the epicenter of national pride on August 7, 2026, as Côte d’Ivoire commemorated its 66th independence anniversary. The event, held at the iconic Ficgayo Square, …
Côte d’Ivoire celebrates 66th independence anniversary with unity and progress Read More
environmental diplomacy Gabon and Monaco forge green partnership to boost sustainable development editorial team August 9, 2026 98 no comment Libreville, August 9, 2026 – Gabon is redefining its natural …
Gabon-monaco partnership aims to turn nature into economic power Read More
Chad Rising poultry prices in Ati, Chad strain households and traders The surge in poultry prices in Ati is putting pressure on households, traders, and farmers, threatening local food security …
Rising poultry prices in ati Chad strain households and traders Read More
In a move that has sparked intense debate, Abdou Lô — identified as the younger brother of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ahmadou Al-Aminou Lô — has officially become a member of …
Abdou Lô joins PASTEF: symbolism amid political tensions in Senegal Read More