The Republic of Senegal has intensified its diplomatic engagement in West Africa. A high-level ministerial delegation from Dakar arrived in Bissau on Thursday, tasked with advancing a carefully structured mediation plan aimed at resolving the institutional deadlock in neighboring Guinea-Bissau. The meeting, held with General Horta Ntam, who leads theContinue Reading
Bénin Bénin 2060: national education council prioritizes science and vocational training From August 5 to 7, 2026, the National Education Council (CNE) will convene its third consultative assembly in Cotonou. The event will focus on strengthening scientific, technological, and vocational education as key drivers for Benin’s future development. Government officials,Continue Reading
How Boko Haram factions leverage artificial intelligence to enhance operations in Nigeria Recent findings reveal that splinter groups of Boko Haram in Nigeria’s northeastern region have begun integrating publicly available generative artificial intelligence tools into their operational frameworks. This revelation comes from a 2026 study conducted by the Cambridge ProgrammeContinue Reading
Thirty-six African migrants who were deported from the United States to Cameroon in 2026 have filed a legal complaint in Yaoundé. The plaintiffs, hailing from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ghana, Angola, Ethiopia, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Senegal, Zimbabwe, and Morocco, had previously been granted legal protections in the U.S.Continue Reading
During the fourth joint cooperation committee held on July 6, Chad’s ministry of transport inked a landmark aviation agreement with its Egyptian counterpart. The memorandum grants three Egyptian airlines—two passenger carriers and one dedicated cargo operator—unrestricted access to N’Djamena’s international airport. While the specific names of the carriers remain undisclosed,Continue Reading
Published today at 09:36 Reading time: 4 minutes. File generated on Read in the app Summarize Omer Mbadi Cameroon correspondent Gabon’s iron ore ambitions are taking a new turn as Australian mining giant Fortescue Metals Group pushes for expanded operations in the resource-rich nation. The move centers on the BelingaContinue Reading
Cameroon has witnessed substantial financial and technical backing from Japan over the past two decades, with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) channeling over $646 million into the nation’s economy since its establishment in Yaoundé in 2006. The milestone was highlighted during a high-level meeting between Cameroon’s Minister of Economy,Continue Reading
Morocco pledges support for stranded minors in Ceuta amid migration surge Rabat has reiterated its willingness to collaborate with Spanish authorities in organizing the return of unaccompanied minors currently stranded in Ceuta following the late July migration influx. While Morocco emphasizes its cooperation, it highlights legal and administrative hurdles inContinue Reading
The cyberattack on Gabon’s SEEG stands as one of the most severe digital incidents ever recorded against a public utility operator in Central Africa. In the early hours of June 14-15, 2026, the Société d’Énergie et d’Eau du Gabon experienced a catastrophic collapse of nearly 95% of its information systems—aContinue Reading
The United Nations has issued a stark warning about the rising threat of terrorism in Africa, with the Islamic State (ISIS) group expanding its reach across the Sahel and the Lake Chad basin. These regions have become critical hotspots for the group’s activities, despite efforts to curb its influence. ThisContinue Reading
With its oil production steadily declining, Gabon is now banking on the mining sector to become a key driver of its economic growth. In recent months, the country has made several investment announcements, while ongoing exploration and research operations are underway across multiple provinces. Mining sector set for major expansionContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) stands at a dangerous crossroads, where the current administration’s political maneuvers have stripped away any lingering pretense of democratic norms. A recent constitutional court ruling has handed President Félix Tshisekedi a powerful tool: the ability to bypass the two-term limit by redefining the RepublicContinue Reading