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
Cameroon’s Edgar Alain Mebe Ngo’o: The Downfall of a Once-Powerful Security Figure In Cameroon, the political landscape has long been shaped by the rise and fall of key figures, often tied to the long-standing leadership of President Paul Biya. Among these prominent personalities, Edgar Alain Mebe Ngo’o stands out asContinue Reading
In a bold display of unwavering loyalty, Ndeye Rokhaya Thiam, the newly appointed Director-General of Senegal’s Conseil Sénégalais des Chargeurs (COSEC), has publicly reaffirmed her allegiance to opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. Her statement comes at a critical juncture as political tensions escalate between Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, castingContinue Reading
The political and business figure from Kaolack expressed deep disappointment over the deteriorating relationship between Senegal’s president and his former prime minister, recalling his unwavering support for Ousmane Sonko during recent elections. tensions at the helm spark concerns in Senegal As the rift between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and formerContinue Reading
Senegal’s political landscape has been rocked by a wave of resignations from key figures within the Pastef party, once united under Ousmane Sonko’s leadership. What began as isolated departures has snowballed into a sweeping exodus, encompassing long-standing supporters, emerging leaders, and directors of public agencies alike. The surge in resignationsContinue Reading
Georges Dougueli Cameroon politics: tracing the dramatic downfall of Marafa Hamidou Yaya For over four decades under President Paul Biya’s rule, Cameroon’s political landscape has witnessed countless figures rise and fall. Among them, Marafa Hamidou Yaya stands out as a symbol of ambition, power struggles, and the harsh realities ofContinue Reading
The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), Africa’s premier governance assessment framework established by the African Union, has commended Côte d’Ivoire for its strides in political stability, economic transformation, and institutional reforms. “Côte d’Ivoire’s remarkable efforts in consolidating political stability, driving economic growth, and implementing institutional reforms have set a solidContinue Reading
POLITICAL SCRUTINY Cameroon’s political tension grows as President Biya’s absence stretches on Forty-five days after President Paul Biya left Cameroon for a private trip to Europe, the country’s political landscape remains unsettled. The ruling Rassemblement démocratique du peuple camerounais (RDPC) convened an emergency meeting of its top officials this week,Continue Reading
The political opposition in Togo has voiced serious concerns regarding the reported deployment of Africa Corps and Turkish military personnel in the country’s northern region. This development has sparked debates about the implications for regional stability and the nation’s sovereignty. Growing unease among opposition figures Several prominent opposition leaders haveContinue Reading
Global affairs Burkina Faso president challenges arab slavery history and radical islam In a televised address, Burkina Faso’s head of state, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, openly addressed the centuries of slavery imposed by Arab powers on African populations—a rarely discussed chapter in regional history that has sparked intense reactions across theContinue Reading
Paul Biya’s absence fuels scrutiny over Cameroon’s leadership Reading time: Paul Biya, Cameroon’s longest-serving president © Jemal Countess/UPI/newscom/picture alliance Cameroon remains on tenterhooks as President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest serving leader at 93, continues his prolonged stay abroad. Departing on June 7, 2026, what was initially announced as aContinue Reading
President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has unexpectedly embraced the call for an inclusive national dialogue, following a pivotal meeting with religious leaders in Kinshasa. This long-awaited initiative, demanded by opposition groups for over a year, now awaits concrete action. The head of state must issueContinue Reading