The governments of Bénin and Canada have formalised a permanent framework for political and diplomatic dialogue, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bénin via the social media platform X, confirming a structured approach to regular consultations andContinue Reading
The veteran Cameroonian leader, President Paul Biya, has reshuffled key military positions amid growing public discontent over his prolonged absence from the country. At 93, Biya remains a polarizing figure, with his recent decisions sparking debates across the nation. Last Monday, the President issued several decrees from Geneva, where heContinue Reading
yan diomande’s transfer fee set to shatter records at real madrid 05 August 2026 14:25+02:00 Negotiations between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig over the future of Ivorian sensation Yan Diomande have reached a critical stage. Sources close to the clubs confirm that a breakthrough is imminent, with the Spanish giantsContinue Reading
Cameroon’s president absent: sweeping military leadership changes announced A presidential decree on August 3 has reshaped Cameroon’s military leadership, with four generals receiving new appointments—most notably the selection of General Raymond Jean Charles Beko’o Abondo to lead the presidential guard, a position traditionally not held by a general. The changesContinue Reading
Benin is poised to mobilize a significant investment of $14.5 billion, approximately 8,004.38 billion FCFA, to bolster its economic resilience against mounting climate risks and accelerate its journey towards a sustainable development model. This ambitious commitment, an integral part of the nation’s third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) roadmap, isContinue Reading
Staying visible despite prolonged absence As concerns grow over a potential power vacuum, Cameroon’s president Paul Biya, aged 93, has ramped up decree signing to assert his ongoing authority and maintain control over the state apparatus. Departing Cameroon with his wife on June 7 for what was described as aContinue Reading
Christian Bosembe, head of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Higher Council for Audiovisual and Communication (CSAC), has declared that TikTok will soon be blocked in the country. His decision follows accusations that the platform has become a hub for propaganda by the AFC-M23 rebellion, which has been accused of attackingContinue Reading
French lawmakers from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are set to launch a high-impact diplomatic offensive in Paris this autumn to push for official recognition of the GENOCOST—a term used to describe atrocities linked to resource exploitation in the DRC since 1996. The initiative, spearheaded by the CollectiveContinue Reading
The long-standing border dispute between Senegal and Gambia has reached a definitive resolution, as both nations have finalized an agreement to demarcate their shared frontier. This milestone, confirmed by the Permanent Senegal-Gambia Secretariat, follows a recent flare-up in tensions triggered by an incident near Bullock just two weeks prior. TheContinue Reading
Cameroon military shake-up: President Biya approves key appointments from abroad After nearly two months outside Cameroon, President Paul Biya has approved a sweeping military reshuffle through a series of presidential decrees. The changes include the appointment of five new brigadier generals, the selection of a new Chief of the DefenceContinue Reading
The escalating threat posed by armed groups across West Africa has prompted Bénin and Nigeria to deepen their security collaboration. On August 4, 2026, a high-level Nigerian military delegation, led by Defense Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa, met with his Béninois counterpart, Gildas Agonkan, in Cotonou. This strategic gathering marksContinue Reading
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 à optimiser l’expérience client, dans une logique d’amélioration continue de la qualité de service. By Abdoulaye Mounkaila — ReporterContinue Reading