Politics Filmmaker Jean-Pierre Bekolo: “Cameroon is already sliding into chaos without President Biya” The renowned Cameroonian director argues that the absence of President Biya has stripped the nation of its moral compass. In a recent op-ed, he outlines the warning signs of what lies ahead. Editorial Team |July 16, 2026|7Continue Reading
In a fresh twist in Senegal’s political and judicial landscape, the Supreme Court’s urgent applications judge has declined to rule on the matter of Ousmane Sonko’s reinstatement as a deputy. The court deemed the issue to fall under the internal affairs of the parliamentary institution, areas where the highest judiciaryContinue Reading
Economic policy Gabon’s 2027 budget: a bold shift toward results-driven governance Editorial team Libreville, July 16, 2026 — Gabon is embarking on one of its most ambitious budgetary reforms in recent years. As it initiates preparatory discussions for the 2027 Finance Bill, the government isn’t merely presenting another annual financialContinue Reading
Legal proceedings have been initiated following controversial statements attributed to Ousmane Sonko regarding the holy city of Touba. A complaint was formally filed with the Prosecutor of the Republic at the High Court of Dakar, urging an immediate judicial inquiry into the matter. The petition, submitted on 14 July 2026Continue Reading
economy Gabon: reshaping mineral wealth into local development By Editor-in-Chief 147 No comment Libreville, July 16, 2026 — For decades, Africa has extracted its mineral wealth to fuel global industries while leaving mining communities with crumbling infrastructure, weak public services, and a persistent sense of economic exclusion. Gabon is nowContinue Reading
Senegal’s political landscape is witnessing a significant escalation of tensions at the highest echelons of power. Ousmane Sonko, who now presides over the National Assembly and commands a substantial parliamentary majority, has issued a stark warning: he intends to bring down the government “as often as necessary.” Sonko publicly accusesContinue Reading
In Senegal, the political crisis at the highest echelons of the state has reached a critical new phase. Ousmane Sonko, now serving as President of the National Assembly and backed by a significant parliamentary majority, has issued a stark warning: he intends to bring down the government “as many timesContinue Reading
The Embassy of Côte d’Ivoire in France and Monaco has issued a strong protest against recent statements made by Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of France’s La France Insoumise party, during a political gathering in mainland France. In an official communiqué released from Paris, the Ivorian diplomatic mission labeled his remarks asContinue Reading
Gabon’s renewal cannot be achieved through superficial fixes or short-term fixes. This is the bold stance taken by Yves Fernand Manfoumbi, former Director-General of the Budget and former Minister, in a compelling op-ed published on his Facebook page. The veteran technocrat argues that the nation must abandon its reactive governanceContinue Reading
Political analysis Cameroonian activist Salomon Beas highlights Africa’s democratic struggles Former Movement for the Renaissance of Cameroon (MRC) activist Salomon Beas argues that political parties led by figures whose only ambition is to become president are undermining democratic progress across the continent. Editorial team |July 16, 2026|3 minutes read AAAContinue Reading
A legal complaint has been filed with the Public Prosecutor at the Dakar High Court against Ousmane Sonko, the former Prime Minister, current National Assembly President, and leader of the PASTEF party. The complaint was lodged by a collective of descendants of Serigne Touba, who are seeking an investigation intoContinue Reading
Legal proceedings have been initiated against Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, following inflammatory statements made during the inauguration of his party’s new national headquarters in Dakar. The complaint, filed on July 14, 2026, was officially registered the following day at the Public Prosecutor’s Office of the High CourtContinue Reading