The growing isolation of Burkina Faso’s transitional leader
Throughout history, military leaders who ascend to power often encounter a persistent pitfall: the conflation of rhetorical power with ground-level reality. The silence of a population—often born from fear or uncertainty—is frequently misinterpreted as unwavering support. In Burkina Faso, this dynamic appears to be unfolding before our eyes. Behind theContinue Reading
Power struggles in Senegal’s pastef party amid political shifts
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
Boni Yayi’s unexpected senate move shakes up Bénin politics
In a dramatic political twist, former Bénin president Thomas Boni Yayi has announced his decision to join the newly established Senate, set to be inaugurated in Porto-Novo on July 30, 2026. This move comes despite his vocal opposition to the Senate’s creation during the 2025 constitutional reforms. The former headContinue Reading
Burkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré accused of running a digital militia against journalists
Published today at 10:32 AM Reading time: 2 minutes. Press Freedom Press freedom Burkina Faso Allegations of a coordinated digital campaign targeting media professionals The transitional government of Burkina Faso has come under scrutiny following accusations that its leader, Ibrahim Traoré, operates a digital militia designed to intimidate and silenceContinue Reading
Gabon’s strategic state visit to France sets new bilateral agenda
The Gabonese Head of State, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, concluded his official visit to France late yesterday evening after a packed agenda. The final day mirrored the intensity of previous engagements, featuring stops at the Luxembourg Palace, Paris City Hall, and the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral. At the Luxembourg Palace, theContinue Reading
State visit Gabon France highlights strategic ties and diplomatic nuances
France – Afrique Emmanuel Macron Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema The state visit of Gabon’s transitional leader, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, to Paris on July 20, 2026, unfolded under the watchful eye of French media and diplomatic circles. The event, marked by ceremonial grandeur and delicate negotiations, underscored the evolvingContinue Reading
Cameroun debt crisis grows with 1.8 billion USD floating debt by 2026
The Cameroun government faces a mounting financial challenge as its floating debt reaches nearly 1.8 billion USD by the end of the first quarter of 2026. This growing stock of unpaid bills highlights a persistent structural imbalance between the country’s financial commitments and its actual payment capacity. The debt encompassesContinue Reading
Camtel and AWS explore cloud and AI partnerships in Cameroon
In Yaoundé, a pivotal meeting unfolded between the leadership of Camtel and a specialized delegation from Amazon Web Services (AWS) focused on African markets. Judith Yah Sunday, CEO of the Cameroonian state-owned telecom operator, engaged in discussions with AWS executives Raya Nassar and Terrence Naidoo. The talks, joined by AntoinetteContinue Reading
Cameroon politics: the rise and fall of Marafa Hamidou Yaya
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
Can 2032: Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger enter the running
In a landmark move, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially recognized the joint bid by Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to host the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) in 2032. Though a symbolic first step, the trio now faces the challenge of proving their readiness in terms ofContinue Reading
Niger and South Africa advance security partnership talks
A high-level meeting in Niamey has set the stage for deeper bilateral security ties between Niger and South Africa. Niamey — In a significant step toward strengthening regional stability, Niger’s Minister of State for Interior, Public Security, and Territorial Administration received a high-powered delegation from Pretoria on Tuesday. The visit,Continue Reading
Ivorian governance progress praised by african peer review mechanism
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