Three years after Niger’s coup: promises unmet amid rising challenges
The coup’s founding promises and their fading allure When General Abdourahamane Tiani seized power on 26 July 2023, he framed his takeover as a necessary rupture with the past. The junta’s narrative rested on three pillars: reclaiming national sovereignty, eradicating terrorism, and ending foreign interference in Niger’s affairs. This discourse,Continue Reading
Sénégal: after the Magal, civil servants face a bitter reality
Staff Writer Bassirou Diomaye Faye Civil servants caught between promises and unpaid dues after Magal celebrations The Grand Magal of Touba, a major spiritual event in Sénégal, has concluded, leaving behind not just spiritual reflections but also mounting frustrations among civil servants. As the nation celebrated with fervor, many publicContinue Reading
WHO chief assesses growing Ebola crisis in Democratic Republic of Congo
WHO Director-General arrives in Kinshasa as Ebola cases surge The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued repeated warnings about the rapid escalation of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), describing its spread as «unprecedented in pace». Since the epidemic began, health authorities have recorded 3,874 confirmedContinue Reading
Cameroun’s president paul biya absent for over two months — who’s in charge?
The whereabouts of Cameroon’s President Paul Biya remain shrouded in mystery, sparking widespread speculation about his health and the country’s leadership. At 93 years old, the veteran leader—reelected in 2025 under disputed circumstances—is the world’s oldest serving head of state. Yet since his departure from Yaoundé on June 7, BiyaContinue Reading
Benin leads ocean forecasting innovation with global training initiative
In response to pressing coastal management challenges along its shoreline and within the Gulf of Guinea, Benin has taken a decisive step forward. Through the OPERA (Ocean Prediction Enhancement in Regions of Africa) initiative—a cutting-edge international training program focused on ocean forecasting fundamentals—nearly 1,200 participants worldwide have recently completed aContinue Reading
WHO chief tours Democratic Republic of Congo amid worsening Ebola outbreak
Global Health Leader Addresses Growing Crisis in DRC The head of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has touched down in Kinshasa to engage with President Félix Tshisekedi as the Democratic Republic of Congo battles its 17th Ebola outbreak, now escalating rapidly. Epidemic Surges Across Central Africa The resurgenceContinue Reading
Benin and canada strengthen ties with permanent political dialogue framework
The governments of Bénin and Canada have formalised a permanent framework for political and diplomatic dialogue, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bénin via the social media platform X, confirming a structured approach to regular consultations andContinue Reading
Cameroon’s biya reshuffles army amid swiss stay concerns
The veteran Cameroonian leader, President Paul Biya, has reshuffled key military positions amid growing public discontent over his prolonged absence from the country. At 93, Biya remains a polarizing figure, with his recent decisions sparking debates across the nation. Last Monday, the President issued several decrees from Geneva, where heContinue Reading
Yan diomande’s transfer fee set to shatter records at real madrid
yan diomande’s transfer fee set to shatter records at real madrid 05 August 2026 14:25+02:00 Negotiations between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig over the future of Ivorian sensation Yan Diomande have reached a critical stage. Sources close to the clubs confirm that a breakthrough is imminent, with the Spanish giantsContinue Reading
Cameroon president’s absence triggers major military reshuffle
Cameroon’s president absent: sweeping military leadership changes announced A presidential decree on August 3 has reshaped Cameroon’s military leadership, with four generals receiving new appointments—most notably the selection of General Raymond Jean Charles Beko’o Abondo to lead the presidential guard, a position traditionally not held by a general. The changesContinue Reading
Benin targets $14.5 billion for climate resilience and sustainable growth
Benin is poised to mobilize a significant investment of $14.5 billion, approximately 8,004.38 billion FCFA, to bolster its economic resilience against mounting climate risks and accelerate its journey towards a sustainable development model. This ambitious commitment, an integral part of the nation’s third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) roadmap, isContinue Reading
Cameroon’s president Biya signs multiple decrees amid absence concerns
Staying visible despite prolonged absence As concerns grow over a potential power vacuum, Cameroon’s president Paul Biya, aged 93, has ramped up decree signing to assert his ongoing authority and maintain control over the state apparatus. Departing Cameroon with his wife on June 7 for what was described as aContinue Reading