Ebola surge in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues to worsen The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a worsening Ebola crisis that began on May 15 in Ituri Province, in the country’s northeast. The rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain—currently without an approved vaccine or targeted treatment—has rapidly expandedContinue Reading
During an official visit to Côte d’Ivoire, Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema conducted an on-site inspection of key infrastructure projects in Abidjan. This hands-on exploration allowed the head of state to evaluate progress in diplomatic, industrial, and urban development sectors, with the goal of applying valuable lessons to Gabon’sContinue Reading
The Republic of Senegal has intensified its diplomatic engagement in West Africa. A high-level ministerial delegation from Dakar arrived in Bissau on Thursday, tasked with advancing a carefully structured mediation plan aimed at resolving the institutional deadlock in neighboring Guinea-Bissau. The meeting, held with General Horta Ntam, who leads theContinue Reading
Bénin Bénin 2060: national education council prioritizes science and vocational training From August 5 to 7, 2026, the National Education Council (CNE) will convene its third consultative assembly in Cotonou. The event will focus on strengthening scientific, technological, and vocational education as key drivers for Benin’s future development. Government officials,Continue Reading
Tense exchanges mark colonel Otoulou’s testimony in the Martinez Zogo case The judicial proceedings surrounding the Martinez Zogo affair took a dramatic turn this week as Colonel Otoulou’s testimonies before the military court in Yaoundé escalated into sharp confrontations. The hearings, which have drawn widespread attention, exposed deep tensions asContinue Reading
How Boko Haram factions leverage artificial intelligence to enhance operations in Nigeria Recent findings reveal that splinter groups of Boko Haram in Nigeria’s northeastern region have begun integrating publicly available generative artificial intelligence tools into their operational frameworks. This revelation comes from a 2026 study conducted by the Cambridge ProgrammeContinue Reading
The Grand Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas project, operated by Kosmos Energy, is gaining momentum as it straddles the maritime border between Senegal and Mauritania. The American firm recently updated stakeholders on its progress, confirming the commercial launch of the first phase in early 2025. This initiative is under close watchContinue Reading
Thirty-six African migrants who were deported from the United States to Cameroon in 2026 have filed a legal complaint in Yaoundé. The plaintiffs, hailing from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ghana, Angola, Ethiopia, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Senegal, Zimbabwe, and Morocco, had previously been granted legal protections in the U.S.Continue Reading
This Thursday, August 6, 2026, marks a pivotal institutional moment for Bénin. Following the election of the inaugural executive bureau for the nation’s new upper parliamentary chamber, former President of the Republic, Patrice Talon, was chosen to preside over the Senate. Surrounded by a bureau comprising seasoned figures from nationalContinue Reading
During the fourth joint cooperation committee held on July 6, Chad’s ministry of transport inked a landmark aviation agreement with its Egyptian counterpart. The memorandum grants three Egyptian airlines—two passenger carriers and one dedicated cargo operator—unrestricted access to N’Djamena’s international airport. While the specific names of the carriers remain undisclosed,Continue Reading
Published today at 09:36 Reading time: 4 minutes. File generated on Read in the app Summarize Omer Mbadi Cameroon correspondent Gabon’s iron ore ambitions are taking a new turn as Australian mining giant Fortescue Metals Group pushes for expanded operations in the resource-rich nation. The move centers on the BelingaContinue Reading
The political landscape in Lomé has intensified as 43 civil society organisations from across Africa filed formal complaints against President Faure Gnassingbé’s administration. Their grievances center on the controversial constitutional amendments that critics argue extend presidential term limits, undermining democratic norms in Togo. Why the constitutional changes spark regional outrageContinue Reading