How PawaPay is transforming mobile money access for businesses in Côte d’Ivoire and beyond
How PawaPay is simplifying Africa’s mobile money economy for businesses Ismaël Kouassi, Côte d’Ivoire Country Director at PawaPay, describes the fintech as a technological bridge connecting enterprises, banks, and SMEs to Africa’s rapidly expanding mobile money ecosystem. The company’s platform consolidates payments, fund transfers, transaction tracking, and cash flow management into a single integration, eliminating […]
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Second nigerien student killed in Ukraine war amid Russia ties
The Nigerien Students’ Association in Russia (AENR) has confirmed the death of Adamou Abdoulaye Ismaël, a student reported missing for months. The announcement follows the earlier confirmation of the death of another member, Abdoulaye Issiaka Ismaël, who was killed while fighting in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. While the exact circumstances of Adamou’s disappearance remain undisclosed, his […]
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World Bank funds for Togo’s railway: a risky investment in opacity
In a bold financial move, the World Bank Group has greenlit a $200 million package aimed at revitalizing Togo’s transportation infrastructure and reviving its near-dormant railway network. Official statements herald this as a game-changer, positioning Lomé as the Sahel’s next indispensable logistics hub. Yet beneath the polished rhetoric and ceremonial handshakes, a pressing concern looms: […]
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Gabon’s state assets: urgent call for national inventory by legal experts
Recent disclosures about state-owned buildings generating rental income for private individuals have reignited public debate in Gabon. In this context, Maître Axel Foumane Dounga, a practicing bailiff in Libreville’s courts, advocates for an urgent nationwide audit of government properties. He highlights the pivotal role legal officers could play in securing state assets. Listen to article […]
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Morocco Congo strengthen ties ahead of francophonie leadership bid
In Rabat, Nasser Bourita, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Residing Abroad, welcomed Crispin Mbadu Phanzu, Deputy Minister at the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) Ministry of State for Foreign Affairs, Francophonie, and Congolese Abroad. The meeting took place on Wednesday, with Mr. Mbadu Phanzu delivering a personal message from President […]
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Images from the body retrieval of alexis dipanda mouelle
On Thursday, June 25, 2026, the morgue of the General Hospital in Yaoundé became the focal point of a solemn ceremony. The body of Alexis Dipanda Mouelle, former President of the Supreme Court, was retrieved in the presence of Laurent Esso, Special Representative of President Paul Biya. This moment marked the beginning of his final […]
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Cameroun economic outlook paints grim picture for 2025
Economy GECAM president warns of grim economic conditions in Cameroun On June 23, 2026, the president of Cameroun’s Groupement des Entreprises du Cameroun (GECAM) delivered a stark assessment of the nation’s economic trajectory. His analysis highlights deepening challenges that threaten the country’s development goals. Armand Djaleu | 1 hour ago | 3 minutes read A […]
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Laurent esso present at alexis dipanda mouelle funeral in yaounde
Justice minister Laurent Esso attends Alexis Dipanda Mouelle’s funeral rites in Yaoundé The Cameroonian Minister of Justice and Keeper of the Seals, Laurent Esso, paid a solemn visit to the Yaoundé General Hospital morgue on the morning of June 25, 2026, to participate in the funeral preparations for Alexis Dipanda Mouelle, former First President of […]
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Geneva conference highlights how corruption undermines human rights globally
The international gathering in Geneva has brought renewed attention to the deepening connection between corruption and fundamental rights violations, framed within ongoing discussions at the Human Rights Council. Recent resolutions, including the landmark 59/6 adopted in mid-2025, have cemented the understanding that eradicating corruption is inseparable from safeguarding human dignity, democratic principles, and the rule […]
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How authoritarian regimes in Mali and Burundi sustain power through enemy creation
On April 20, 2026, Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye traveled to Ouagadougou for an official visit described as one of “friendship and cooperation.” At the time, he held the rotating presidency of the African Union (AU), tasked with bridging divides between the continental body and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). This alliance, comprising Burkina Faso, […]
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Morocco to host next Club Export 47 economic mission
The Morocco has been selected as the host country for the upcoming Club Export 47 business mission, scheduled to take place from November 30 to December 3. Why Morocco for this economic mission? Morocco stands out as a strategic gateway to Africa, offering unparalleled access to a thriving market. Its robust economic ties with France, […]
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Benin’s new mediator of the republic takes office
Razacki Amouda Issifou named Bénin’s new Mediator of the Republic A sweeping institutional reform has reshaped how Bénin’s top ombudsman is now chosen. Under the revised legal framework, the first vice-president of the Conseil économique et social (CES) automatically assumes the role of Mediator of the Republic. Razacki Amouda Issifou, who currently holds that position […]
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