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Serious questions have emerged in Cameroon regarding the potential disappearance of billions of CFA francs from the vaults of the Special Criminal Court in Yaoundé. This specialized judicial body, designed …
Central African governance shaken as billions allegedly vanish from Cameroon judicial safes Read More
Following a dramatic coup attempt on August 29, Niger’s ruling regime appears more vulnerable than ever. The involvement of Russian forces and explicit military backing from Algeria sharply contrasts with …
Niger’s general Tiani faces internal military challenge after coup attempt Read More
Military collaboration between China and Gabon is reaching a new level with the arrival of a Chinese defense attaché in Libreville. This development coincides with sensitive infrastructure projects, including a …
China’s growing military footprint in Gabon: a strategic partnership unfolds Read More
Cameroon’s president, Paul Biya, has sent Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute to Luanda to participate in the 21st extraordinary session of the African Union’s Conference of Heads of State and …
Cameroon’s prime minister represents president biya at african union conflict summit in luanda Read More
In the West African nation of Mali, President Assimi Goïta is currently navigating an intricate and deeply sensitive societal issue: the ongoing debate surrounding female genital mutilation (FGM), often referred …
Mali’s assimi goïta navigates sensitive debate on female genital mutilation Read More
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Angola have officially signed a significant 30-year concession agreement for the vital Dilolo-Sakania railway line. This landmark deal encompasses the comprehensive rehabilitation, modernization, …
Angola and drc forge 30-year rail concession for dilolo-sakania line Read More
Libreville, Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – In Gabon’s capital, Libreville, the ambitious Boulevard de la Transition project is advancing on two distinct fronts. While construction crews on the ground are …
Boulevard de la transition in Gabon: financial scrutiny overshadows urban development Read More
Chad and China: Beijing commits over 24 billion fcfa for key development projects Chad has secured significant new financial backing from China. Two grant agreements, totaling 300 million yuan – …
Chad and China: Beijing commits over 24 billion fcfa for key development projects Read More
The recent catastrophic mine collapse at Zamboï in the Central African Republic has sent shockwaves across the region, casting a stark light on the often-perilous and largely unregulated gold mining …
The Zamboï mine collapse: uncovering Cameroon’s illicit gold trade Read More
Click to expand Image Forces from the Russian government-controlled Africa Corps are alleged to have summarily executed nine civilians, including four children, and subjected dozens of others to brutal beatings …
Russian-controlled africa corps linked to bombori village massacre in Mali Read More
President Mahamat Idriss Déby of Chad has issued a decree granting a full pardon to political opponent and former Prime Minister Succès Masra, who had been serving a 20-year sentence …
Chadian expert weighs in on political pardons and the future of opposition Read More
Abidjan — The crowd erupted in thunderous applause as 150 figures clad in full tactical gear marched past the grandstand. Dressed in olive fatigues, face coverings and berets, their disciplined …
Guinea’s elite troops impress at ivory coast independence parade Read More