Gabon and the european union forge a new strategic partnership focused on investment
Ecouter l’article The 2026 strategic partnership dialogue between Gabon and the European Union, held on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès Omar Bongo Ondimba, signifies a pivotal moment for bilateral relations. Presiding over the opening were Hermann Immongault, Vice-President of the Government, representing the Head ofContinue Reading
Morocco’s economic expansion set for 4.9% in 2025
The Moroccan economy is set to experience a notable acceleration, with growth anticipated to reach 4.9% in 2025. This projection represents an increase from the 4.4% recorded in 2024, indicating a strengthening economic outlook. This positive momentum is largely fueled by dynamic domestic demand, which continues to be a primaryContinue Reading
Mali’s escalating conflict threatens Bamako as civilians bear the brunt
SECURITY CRISIS Mali’s escalating conflict threatens Bamako as civilians bear the brunt A new phase of conflict in Mali sees jihadist offensives expanding toward the capital, while the junta’s toughened stance fails to restore stability or protect civilians. Share 𝕏 f in ✆ ➤ ✉ 🔗 Copied ! The Mali conflict’sContinue Reading
Cameroon: pressing need to convene high council of the judiciary
After a six-year hiatus, the body responsible for judicial appointments and discipline has not met, triggering serious concerns over the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary in Cameroon. On 2 June 2026, President Paul Biya signed a decree renewing the members of the High Council of theContinue Reading
Senegal’s bassirou diomaye faye navigates legislative power without pastef
Fichier généré le Pastef Dette cachée du Sénégal Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s ascent to power in Senegal marked a significant shift in the nation’s political landscape. His administration faces the crucial question of how it will navigate legislative processes, particularly concerning its relationship with theContinue Reading
Jean Claude Mbede: Cameroon’s only two ethnicities are the privileged and the rest
In a recent opinion piece, Cameroonian journalist Jean Claude Mbede, based in Italy, shares a personal story that sheds light on the reality of tribalism in Cameroon. Here is his account: Tribalism Stories – Cameroon #1 I have decided to start sharing true stories about tribalism, which sometimes hides inContinue Reading
Cameroon seeks 163 million dollars to digitise local councils
Cameroon is moving forward with its administrative modernisation strategy. Authorities in Yaoundé are looking for 163 million dollars—worth nearly 90 billion CFA francs at current exchange rates—to fund the digital transformation of decentralised local authorities (CTDs). The initiative aims to equip municipalities and regions with digital tools that can streamlineContinue Reading
African peace mediation strengthens coordination for eastern drc at Lomé meeting
Significant progress has been noted in the structuring of African mediation efforts for peace in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. This was a key takeaway from the technical session of the semiannual peace process review meeting held from 7 to 8 June 2026 in Lomé, convened by Togolese Council PresidentContinue Reading
Cameroon: Modeste Mopa Fatoing stands up to tax mafia
In Cameroon, one civil servant’s defiance against entrenched financial corruption has sparked nationwide debate. Modeste Mopa Fatoing, former Director-General of Taxes, has emerged as a prominent figure challenging what many describe as a pervasive ‘tax mafia’ operating within state institutions. From compliance to confrontation Mopa Fatoing’s career spanned decades inContinue Reading
Malian journalist jailed after criticising junta at media forum
Malian journalist jailed after criticising junta at media forum Chahana Takiou, publisher of the biweekly newspaper ’22 September’, was placed in detention on Monday after being summoned by the cybercrime prosecutor for remarks made against the ruling junta during a pan-African media forum in Bamako. Judicial sources confirmed that ChahanaContinue Reading
Security cameras transforming urban life in Yaoundé
In Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon, surveillance cameras have become a cornerstone of urban safety, deterring crime, protecting assets, and optimizing traffic flow across the city. How surveillance cameras are reshaping security in Yaoundé A resident of the Madison district shared a striking before-and-after perspective: «Before the cameras were installed,Continue Reading
Algeria launches 40mw solidarity power plant in Chad after Niger inauguration
Algeria continues its acts of solidarity toward African countries in need. On Monday in N’Djamena, Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb, alongside Chad’s Prime Minister and head of government Allamaye Halina, presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Algeria-Chad solidarity power plant. The facility will have a production capacity of 40 megawatts.Continue Reading