On Thursday, August 13, 2026, Gabon’s head of state, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, led the inauguration of a cutting-edge annex building for the Direction générale des Contre-Ingérences et de la Sécurité militaire (DGCISM), widely known as the ‘B2.’ Nestled in the Bellevue 1 district of the 3rd arrondissement in Libreville,Continue Reading
Cameroon’s critical Douala–Bafoussam highway crumbles under pressure Cameroon’s National Route 5, the vital artery linking the economic capital of Douala to the highland city of Bafoussam and onward to Bamenda, is collapsing under the weight of neglect, heavy traffic, and increasingly violent weather. This once-reliable corridor now carries a grimContinue Reading
Tchad presidential pardon frees opposition leader succès masra Chad’s head of state, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, has granted a presidential pardon to Succès Masra, the former transitional prime minister and leader of the political party Les Transformateurs. The decision, announced on August 14, 2026, offers a path to freedom forContinue Reading
In a significant development for Chad’s political landscape, former Prime Minister and leading opposition figure, Succès Masra, has been granted a presidential pardon by President Mahamat Idriss Déby. This act of clemency, announced on Friday, brings an end to Masra’s incarceration, where he had been serving more than a yearContinue Reading
Senators dismiss all amendments proposed by the government on special credit regulations Tensions escalate between Senegal’s executive and legislative branches as procedural disputes stall critical financial legislation. Political friction intensifies at the National Assembly as lawmakers and government officials clash over the regulatory framework for special credits. Following heated debatesContinue Reading
Air Sénégal and Carlyle reach final agreement over aircraft lease termination After months of legal wrangling, Air Sénégal has successfully resolved its dispute with the American aircraft leasing firm Carlyle over the premature return of four commercial jets. The breakthrough came through a mediated settlement finalized in Dakar, putting anContinue Reading
The efficacy and discretion of Moroccan diplomacy in addressing Sahelian crises have once again been demonstrated. By successfully securing a presidential pardon for French intelligence operative Yann V., who was sentenced to 20 years by Mali’s military judiciary last June, Morocco solidifies its position as an indispensable mediator between ParisContinue Reading
Telecom tariffs in Mali are sparking growing frustration among users and digital sector observers across West Africa. The disparity is stark: for the same amount of money, a subscriber in Bamako receives a fraction of the data volume compared to their counterpart in Dakar, a gap that has intensified debateContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo grapples with escalating political and security challenges, from the persistent AFC/M23 rebellion in the east to mounting accusations of political repression in Kinshasa. Meanwhile, debates swirl around constitutional reforms that could reshape the country’s governance landscape. At the heart of these developments lies a delicateContinue Reading
The Groupement des Transformateurs de Cajou Ivoiriens (GTCI), representing national processors handling 100,000 tonnes of raw cashew nuts annually, has welcomed a groundbreaking financing agreement signed on June 11, 2026. The tripartite convention, involving the Banque Nationale d’Investissement (BNI), the Conseil du Coton et de l’Anacarde (CCA), and local processors,Continue Reading
Unanticipated opportunity opens doors for Akliouche at PSG The Paris Saint-Germain’s Super Cup victory over Aston Villa on Wednesday evening wasn’t just about the trophy. It marked the high-profile debut of Maghnes Akliouche, who found himself in the starting lineup barely days after his transfer from AS Monaco. The FrenchContinue Reading
Football Uefa Champions League lyon faces heightened security challenge for fenerbahçe playoff clash The Groupama Stadium will host an intense atmosphere as Lyon prepares to face Fenerbahçe. Lyon’s UEFA Champions League playoff return leg against Fenerbahçe on August 26 has been classified as a high-risk match, triggering heightened security measures.Continue Reading