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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 …
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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 …
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Gabon’s president reshapes strategic ties with France during landmark state visit For three days, Gabon’s head of state, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, led a high-stakes state visit to France, …
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The Paris Saint-Germain are poised to secure a high-profile signing this summer transfer window, with Spanish striker Ferran Torres emerging as their top target. The 25-year-old, who delivered a crucial …
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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 …
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The landlocked nation of Burkina Faso is recalibrating its cotton trade strategy, with the transitional authorities turning their gaze toward India as a potential buyer for its prized ‘white gold’. …
Burkina Faso cotton exports shift to india amid industrial hurdles Read More
Political analysis Cameroon politics: is the presidency vacant? This editorial examines the ongoing public debate sparked by President Paul Biya’s extended stay in Europe, raising questions about governance and constitutional …
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Political analysis Cameroon’s president in europe: is power really vacant? Armand Djaleu |July 21, 2026|3 min read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment Advertisement Unusual absence: Cameroon’s …
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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 …
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The Côte d’Ivoire stands out as one of Sub-Saharan Africa‘s fastest-growing economies, and its government is eager to showcase its achievements. Minister of Commerce, Industry, and SME Promotion Souleymane Diarrassouba …
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Gabon’s mining sector is poised for a significant transformation following a landmark agreement signed in Paris. The deal between the Gabonese government and French mining giant Eramet, through its subsidiary …
Gabon advances manganese transformation with Eramet’s 700,000-ton goal by 2031 Read More
Six prominent local officials from Côte d’Ivoire’s leading opposition party, the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI), walked free on Monday after spending nine months behind bars, their lawyer confirmed. …
Côte d’Ivoire releases six PDCI opposition leaders after nine months in custody Read More