Mali selects top hadith memorizers for international competition
On Saturday, June 27, 2026, the Mali branch of the Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema hosted the national preselection round for the third edition of the prestigious Nabawi Acharif Hadith Memorization Competition at its headquarters in Banankabougou. After a rigorous day of assessments, three outstanding candidates were chosen to represent Mali in the upcoming […]
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Cameroon journalist defends speculation on president’s health
Politics Cameroon journalist fires back at academic over remarks on presidential health A prominent Cameroonian journalist has responded sharply to a university official’s criticism of media speculation about the health of the country’s head of state. Armand Djaleu |24 minutes ago|5 minutes read AAA Follow Cameroon news on Google Summarize Listen Comment In a recent […]
Read MoreCameroon vice presidency: two sons of president paul biya in contention
Politics Cameroon vice presidency: two sons of president paul biya in contention The political landscape in Yaoundé is heating up with whispers of a possible vice-presidential succession involving two of President Paul Biya’s most influential relatives. According to insider accounts, Louis Paul Motaze and Franck Biya are emerging as key figures in this high-stakes power […]
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Seven years of Tshisekedi’s leadership: breaking down the key achievements
The first vice-president of the National Assembly, Jean-Claude Tshilumbayi, has presented a detailed account of what he describes as the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) remarkable progress under President Félix Tshisekedi’s seven-year governance. Speaking during a live broadcast on X (formerly Twitter), Tshilumbayi refuted claims that the government was attempting to alter the Constitution […]
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Political accusations in Senegal modou mbacké bara dolly calls ousmane sonko a master manipulator
Political tensions escalate as former PDS leader targets Pastef’s figurehead The political landscape in Senegal remains charged with controversy as debates rage over constitutional reform and the shifting dynamics between ruling and opposition blocs. In a bold move this past Sunday, Modou Mbacké Bara Dolly, former parliamentary leader of the PDS, launched a direct attack […]
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Large-scale daylight heist rocks bangui’s km5 district
Chaos erupts as armed group stages bold daylight robbery The bustling KM5 district in the heart of Bangui became the scene of an audacious daylight heist, leaving residents and authorities scrambling to comprehend the unfolding events. Witnesses described a coordinated assault by heavily armed individuals, sparking widespread panic and disruption in the area. Reports indicate […]
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Burkina Faso cuts ties with France, joins Sahel alliance against Paris
Burkina Faso joins Mali and Niger in united front against France The Government of Burkina Faso officially severed diplomatic ties with France on June 26, 2026, in a move described by Ouagadougou as a sovereign act of reclaiming national independence. This decisive break confirms the deepening rift between the two nations and aligns Burkina Faso […]
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Senegal politics diouf slams sonko over constitutional reform stance
During a press briefing held by the Diomaye Président coalition, Minister Abdourahmane Diouf delivered a sharp response to recent criticisms leveled at the constitutional reform process by Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly. His remarks underscored the government’s unwavering commitment to maintaining stability in Senegal, even as political tensions rise over proposed institutional changes. […]
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Algeria and Niger strengthen energy ties in hydrocarbon cooperation push
The Algerian Minister of State for Hydrocarbons, Mohamed Arkab, held a virtual meeting on Sunday with his Nigerien counterpart, Hamadou Tini, to discuss ways of deepening bilateral cooperation in the hydrocarbon sector. Presented in an official statement, the discussions brought together senior officials from both ministries, focusing on Sonatrach’s recent activities in Niger, particularly within […]
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Iaicameroon student wins international academic excellence award in Paris
IAI-Cameroun graduate shines with top academic honor in Paris Excellence International In a grand ceremony brimming with academic luminaries, cultural icons, and diplomatic leaders, Brayan Yebga Miyogog—an alumnus of the African Institute of Computer Science in Cameroon (#IAI-Cameroun), under the esteemed Paul Biya Center of Technological Excellence—was honored with the prestigious ‘African Student Excellence Award’ […]
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Burkina Faso’s Traoré family confronts France publicly but seeks visas privately
The Burkina Faso government has spent over two years cultivating a sharp break from France, with President Captain Ibrahim Traoré positioning the former colonial power as a symbol of oppression that his nation must escape. From expelling French troops to denouncing Western influence and forging alliances with Russia and Iran, Ouagadougou has made confrontation a […]
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DRC adopts landmark anti-corruption bill to tackle systemic graft
DRC adopts landmark anti-corruption bill to tackle systemic graft Illustrative image Society Sunday, June 28 2026 – 15:32 The Democratic Republic of Congo has taken a decisive step in its battle against systemic corruption by adopting a new anti-corruption bill. The legislation, approved during a June 26 cabinet meeting chaired by the Minister of Justice […]
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