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The whereabouts of Cameroon’s President Paul Biya remain shrouded in mystery, sparking widespread speculation about his health and the country’s leadership. At 93 years old, the veteran leader—reelected in 2025 …
Cameroun’s president paul biya absent for over two months — who’s in charge? Read More
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 …
Benin and canada strengthen ties with permanent political dialogue framework Read More
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, …
Cameroon’s biya reshuffles army amid swiss stay concerns Read More
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 …
Benin targets $14.5 billion for climate resilience and sustainable growth Read More
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 …
Democratic Republic of Congo to block TikTok amid rebel propaganda surge Read More
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 …
Congo genocide recognition push gains momentum in french parliament Read More
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 …
Senegal and Gambia resolve long-standing border dispute with landmark agreement Read More
The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, arrived in Abidjan on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, to participate in the festivities marking the 66th anniversary of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence. This …
Gabon’s president joins Côte d’Ivoire’s independence celebrations Read More
Four months after its launch in Montreux, the expanded joint ceasefire verification mechanism (MCVE+) between Kinshasa and the AFC/M23 has yet to begin operations. The unexpected expulsion of one of …
DRC ceasefire crisis: expelled officer halts verification mechanism Read More
Un mémorandum confidentiel de l’AIEA datant de 2009 révélait que l’uranium congolais partait vers la Chine via les exportations de cobalt. Quinze ans plus tard, aucune mesure diplomatique n’a été …
RDC : l’AIEA savait depuis 2009 que l’uranium partait vers la Chine Read More
In a delicate diplomatic maneuver, Spain has privately urged European counterparts to refrain from openly blaming Morocco for its role in the unprecedented migration surge that flooded Ceuta with 72,000 …
Spain urges eu allies to avoid criticizing Morocco over ceuta migration surge Read More
African Politics Gabon’s president in Abidjan: seeking concrete partnerships for growth By Editor-in-Chief August 5, 2026 81 No comment Libreville, August 5, 2026 — The arrival of Brice Clotaire Oligui …
Gabon’s president in Abidjan: seeking concrete partnerships for growth Read More