Politics

Activist Aba Oumar’s detention raises concerns over human rights violations in Bangui In a disturbing escalation of tensions in the Central African Republic, activist Aba Oumar has been detained by …

Central African Republic: activist detained in Bangui after alleged abduction by Russian mercenaries Read More

The Republic of Bénin and the Kingdom of Morocco have expressed mutual satisfaction with the progress of their bilateral cooperation, reaffirming their shared commitment to deepen and diversify it further. …

Bénin and Morocco strengthen ties in key sectors Read More

At the helm of the Africa desk within France’s Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs since January 2024, Emmanuelle Blatmann, aged 46, is set to take over from Christine Fagès …

France appoints Emmanuelle Blatmann as ambassador to Dakar Read More

Conrad Gbaguidi tipped for mediator role in Benin’s economic council The new leadership of Benin’s Economic and Social Council (CES) will be formally installed this Wednesday, July 22, 2026, with …

Conrad Gbaguidi tipped for mediator role in Benin’s economic council Read More

Niamey has taken center stage in a pivotal diplomatic initiative launched by the United Nations to reassess regional security strategies. Welcoming UN Special Envoy Sahle-Work Zewde on Monday, Niger’s transitional …

Niger hosts key un review of Sahel security strategy Read More

mayo-tsanaga crisis: years of terror and state indifference Over 50 empty villages, thousands displaced, and a state that looks the other way as terror spreads The threat of Boko Haram …

Mayo-tsanaga crisis: years of terror and state indifference Read More

In a remarkable display of political pragmatism, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has officially endorsed the candidacy of former President Macky Sall for the position of United Nations Secretary-General. …

Senegal backs former president macky sall for un secretary general role Read More

Gabon’s president Brice Oligui Nguema’s state visit to France gains momentum Laetitia Lago Dregnounou Gabon’s transitional leader, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has arrived in France for a three-day state visit, …

Gabon’s president Brice Oligui Nguema’s state visit to France gains momentum Read More

Politics Cameroon’s opposition leader urges constitutional council to declare presidential vacancy In a bold move, opposition figure Jean-Michel Nintcheu has called on Cameroon’s Constitutional Council to officially recognize the vacancy …

Cameroon’s opposition leader urges constitutional council to declare presidential vacancy Read More

ACT leader condemns Sonko’s alleged targeting of Touba and Mourides The Senegalese political arena was shaken this week as Ibrahima Thiam, leader of the ACT party, publicly rebuked Ousmane Sonko …

Political row erupts over touba remarks in Senegal Read More

Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has reversed his earlier stance, pledging full government backing for former President Macky Sall’s candidacy for UN Secretary-General. This decision, announced on July 20, marks …

Senegal’s diplomatic shift on un secretary-general bid Read More

Politics Is Cameroon’s presidency vacant after Paul Biya’s prolonged absence? Political observers are questioning the whereabouts of Cameroon’s Head of State following his extended private visit to Europe. Editorial Board …

Cameroon power vacuum debate after president biya’s extended europe trip Read More