Cheered by an enthusiastic crowd, Ousmane Sonko launched the first leg of his nationwide tour in Bargny, where he rallied locals before pressing on to Sébikotane, Khombole, and Bambey. The Pastef party’s nationwide membership card sales initiative is racing toward its target of one million new members. The party’s presidentContinue Reading
The Panafrican Press for Peace, Democracy and Governance (2PfJ) is calling for a broad, inclusive, and constructive political dialogue to drive sustainable electoral reforms in Côte d’Ivoire. This appeal comes as the country seeks to rebuild trust in its electoral system after years of political turbulence. Why electoral reform mattersContinue Reading
In a landmark gathering that brought together religious leaders, political figures, and influential stakeholders, the Institut des artisans de justice et de paix (IAJP) hosted a pivotal conference in Cotonou on July 23, 2026. The event centered on the critical theme of *”Rule of Law and Political Alternation in Africa:Continue Reading
Détenu depuis le 15 avril, l'ancien Premier ministre gabonais et principal opposant Alain Claude Bilie By Nze est maintenu dans une cellule de cinq mètres carrés sans lumière, selon ses avocats. Les poursuites engagées contre lui reposent sur un différend financier remontant à 2008. By Aïssata Issa — AnalystContinue Reading
Paul Biya, à la tête du Cameroun depuis 1982 et doyen des chefs d'État dans le monde, est âgé de 93 ans. Cela fait 48 jours samedi qu’il a quitté le sol camerounais, parti le 7 juin pour un « court séjour privé en Europe » selon un communiqué officiel,Continue Reading
Yopougon, 24 July 2026 — As Côte d’Ivoire gears up to celebrate its 66th Independence Day on 7 August, Deputy Mayor of Yopougon, Adama Bictogo, is set to embark on a sweeping political tour across four major political formations within his constituency. The initiative aims to rally grassroots support andContinue Reading
Major restructuring at Senegal’s Prime Minister Office after Ousmane Sonko Senegal’s Prime Minister Office has undergone significant restructuring under Al Aminou Lô’s leadership, reshaping state services and enhancing institutional efficiency through key administrative reforms. Administrative overhaul following leadership transition Since Ousmane Sonko stepped down as Prime Minister on May 22,Continue Reading
Senegal’s government has undergone a significant transformation in its organizational structure following the departure of President Ousmane Sonko, who was succeeded by Al Aminou Lô. The changes reflect a broader effort to reorganize administrative responsibilities and clarify roles between the prime minister’s office and other ministries. By Aïssata Issa —Continue Reading
Politics Cameroon opposition unites behind electoral calendar demands The leader of Cameroon’s largest opposition party has urged all political factions to form a united front to ensure elections proceed without further delay. Marturin ATCHA | July 24, 2026 | 2 min read A A A Summarize Listen Comment Opposition leaderContinue Reading
Alain Aka Correspondent in Côte d’Ivoire Tidjane Thiam Parti Démocratique de Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) Legal battles escalate for Côte d’Ivoire’s opposition leader The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) faces unprecedented judicial challenges as its president, Tidjane Thiam, navigates a complex legal landscape. Multiple court proceedings have been initiated againstContinue Reading
In Chad, the recent sentencing of opposition leaders from the Groupe de Concertation des Acteurs Politiques (GCAP) is far more than a judicial ruling—it is a stark declaration of intent by a regime that equates dissent with criminality. Since the Conseil Militaire de Transition (CMT) seized power in April 2021,Continue Reading
challenges in gold sector governance: calling for national and foreign operators to account In Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo, efforts to regulate the gold mining sector persist, yet their impact remains minimal. State revenues from gold exports are dwindling, revealing a troubling gap in accountability. This stark realityContinue Reading