Tensions in DRC amid regional diplomacy and constitutional debates
The Democratic Republic of Congo grapples with escalating political and security challenges, from the persistent AFC/M23 rebellion in the east to mounting accusations of political repression in Kinshasa. Meanwhile, debates swirl around constitutional reforms that could reshape the country’s governance landscape. At the heart of these developments lies a delicateContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire boosts cashew processing with new financing scheme
The Groupement des Transformateurs de Cajou Ivoiriens (GTCI), representing national processors handling 100,000 tonnes of raw cashew nuts annually, has welcomed a groundbreaking financing agreement signed on June 11, 2026. The tripartite convention, involving the Banque Nationale d’Investissement (BNI), the Conseil du Coton et de l’Anacarde (CCA), and local processors,Continue Reading
West african pharmaceutical sovereignty drives Lomé summit
Lomé, 12 august 2026 — West Africa stands at a critical juncture between reliance on imported medicines and the urgent need to build its own pharmaceutical industry. This pivotal shift dominated discussions as medical professionals, academics, and future health leaders convened at Lomé’s Agora Senghor for the 21st edition ofContinue Reading
Maghnes Akliouche makes unexpected starting debut at PSG after transfer
Unanticipated opportunity opens doors for Akliouche at PSG The Paris Saint-Germain’s Super Cup victory over Aston Villa on Wednesday evening wasn’t just about the trophy. It marked the high-profile debut of Maghnes Akliouche, who found himself in the starting lineup barely days after his transfer from AS Monaco. The FrenchContinue Reading
Lyon prepares for high-risk champions league playoff against fenerbahçe
Football Uefa Champions League lyon faces heightened security challenge for fenerbahçe playoff clash The Groupama Stadium will host an intense atmosphere as Lyon prepares to face Fenerbahçe. Lyon’s UEFA Champions League playoff return leg against Fenerbahçe on August 26 has been classified as a high-risk match, triggering heightened security measures.Continue Reading
Gabon: deputy denounces attacks on first family amid political tensions
In response to sharply worded statements attributed to activist Landry Mbeng, widely known as Lanlaire, against Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, his wife, and his mother, Member of Parliament Daisy Léance Akinikoussou has forcefully intervened. In a bold statement titled “It’s time to say: enough is enough!”, the legislatorContinue Reading
Burkina Faso and Burundi sign 14 cooperation agreements to boost ties
Bujumbura hosted the maiden session of the Burkina Faso-Burundi Joint Cooperation Commission this week, culminating in the signing of 14 strategic agreements designed to deepen bilateral relations. Following intensive negotiations, expert teams from both nations finalized several legal instruments spanning critical development sectors. The landmark accords were officially endorsed byContinue Reading
Chadian provincial leader held in N’Djamena over defamation lawsuit
The Chairperson of the Borkou Provincial Council, Ahmat Bedei Toullomi, was taken into custody Thursday late afternoon in N’Djamena and transferred to the General Coordination of Judicial Police, as confirmed by security sources. The arrest occurred inside the premises of La Résidence hotel, just before 5:00 PM, following a legalContinue Reading
Ferran torres set to join psg after world cup heroics
Paris Saint-Germain are closing in on a blockbuster deal to sign Spain and Barcelona forward Ferran Torres. A principle agreement has been reached between the clubs, with the 26-year-old poised to finalize his move to the French capital in the coming days. Torres, who etched his name into football historyContinue Reading
Ebola and conflict: a crushing double crisis in eastern DRC
Conflict zonesDemocratic Republic of the Congo Ebola and conflict: a crushing double crisis in eastern DRC Families in eastern DRC face a brutal combination of health and humanitarian emergencies In eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), families are trapped between two devastating forces: a persistent Ebola outbreak and relentlessContinue Reading
Sosucam ownership shift shakes Cameroon’s sugar industry
Omer Mbadi Cameroon Correspondent Jean-Claude Mimran Castel Senegalese Sugar Company Somdia How Sosucam’s Ownership Transition Reshapes Cameroon’s Sugar Landscape Cameroon’s sugar industry is witnessing a pivotal moment as Sosucam, the nation’s premier sugar producer, undergoes a significant change in ownership. This strategic shift, involving key regional players, signals potential transformationsContinue Reading
Motards du Faso complete 3 000 km cross-border ride to promote road safety
motards du Faso complete 3 000 km cross-border ride to promote road safety After ten days of relentless travel, a team of twenty motorcyclists from the Motards du Faso concluded their ambitious Grand Tour Régional 2026 in Ouagadougou on August 11. Their journey spanned roughly 3,000 kilometers, weaving through BurkinaContinue Reading