Railway project Cameroon-Chad: N’Djamena rejects Yaoundé’s dictated route
The controversy surrounding the Cameroon-Chad railway project has taken a sharp turn after N’Djamena publicly rejected the route proposed by Yaoundé, exposing the flaws in unilateral decision-making for regional integration initiatives. Beyond technical disagreements, this dispute highlights the complex web of economic, geopolitical, and territorial considerations shaping this infrastructure thatContinue Reading
Arsenal’s opening premier league clash set for coventry city in 2026/27 season
Arsenal to kick off 2026/2027 Premier League with Coventry City The 2026/2027 Premier League season will kick off with a blockbuster clash as newly promoted Coventry City face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. This opening fixture promises to set the tone for a thrilling campaign ahead. Other standout matches onContinue Reading
Perenco faces legal storm over africa oil deals
Economie perenco faces legal storm over africa oil deals By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 86 No comment Libreville — A judicial probe into alleged financial irregularities threatens one of Africa’s most influential oil players, casting a shadow over its lucrative operations in Central Africa. The Parquet national financier executed surpriseContinue Reading
Opposition unites against Senegal government after sonko ruling
Opposition Coalition Calls for United Front Following Constitutional Council’s Ruling The Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) has sharply criticized the Constitutional Council’s decision to reinstate Ousmane Sonko as a member of the National Assembly. In a statement released on Thursday, the opposition alliance argued thatContinue Reading
Gabon joins Africa’s push for 50 million electricity connections
Economy Gabon joins Africa’s push for 50 million electricity connections By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 172 No comment Libreville, June 19, 2026 – Africa is making unprecedented strides in its quest for universal electricity access, with over 50 million people now connected across 40 countries. This milestone is a directContinue Reading
Senegal’s constitutional council sidesteps sonko case with procedural move
From bold guardian to cautious referee: Senegal’s constitutional council shifts stance The Senegalese Constitutional Council once stood as a beacon of judicial boldness, particularly on 15 February 2024, when it boldly upheld the supremacy of the Constitution amid a deep institutional crisis. Yet, in a jarring reversal, the same bodyContinue Reading
Burkina Faso: BAD outlines 2027 development roadmap
Strategic alignment for Burkina Faso’s future development Ouagadougou recently played host to a high-level mission by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) as the institution refines its development strategy for Burkina Faso. Led by Lamin Barrow, AfDB’s Director General for West Africa, the delegation engaged in intensive consultations from MayContinue Reading
Bénin cracks down on drug trafficking: 95 kg of cocaine destroyed in Ouidah
In a decisive move against organized crime, authorities in Benin incinerated a substantial haul of narcotics on June 19, 2026, at a controlled site in Ahozon, Ouidah. The operation, spearheaded by the National Agency for the Recovery of Confiscated and Seized Assets (Anracs), saw the destruction of 95 kilograms ofContinue Reading
Eastern DRC: National unity unshaken despite occupation, says Assembly President Aimé Boji
Eastern DRC: National unity unshaken despite occupation, says Assembly President Aimé Boji Detainees held by AFC/M23 forces in Goma Security Friday, June 19, 2026 – 10:44 The President of the National Assembly, Aimé Boji Sangara, has paid tribute to the resilience of populations in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)Continue Reading
Ivory Coast advances domestic work sector formalization
Ivory Coast advances domestic work sector formalization The Ivorian government strengthens its commitment to transforming the domestic work sector into a structured, formalized profession that aligns with international labor standards. — 2-minute read Government prioritizes decent work and social protection The Ivorian administration has reaffirmed its dedication to elevating domesticContinue Reading
Benin parliament to fast-track two urgent draft laws
Bénin: extraordinary parliamentary session set for friday The National Assembly is convening an urgent plenary session this Friday at the Palais des Gouverneurs in Cotonou, bringing together deputies from the 10th legislature to deliberate on two critical draft laws. key draft laws on the agenda At the heart of theContinue Reading
Burkina Faso parliament debates landmark religious freedom bill
After securing approval in the Council of Ministers on March 19, a pivotal piece of legislation concerning religious freedoms is set to advance through Burkina Faso’s legislative process. The National People’s Assembly (Assemblée Législative du Peuple) will deliberate on the bill this Saturday, June 20, 2026, marking a significant milestoneContinue Reading