N’djamena teens earn school fees by selling cassava during holidays
School holidays in N’Djamena don’t always mean a break from work for every student. For Léa, a 10th-grade student from the Kilwiti neighborhood, the summer months become an opportunity to learn financial independence through a simple but demanding trade: cassava sales. Each day, she balances a heavy basin on her head, weaving through the city’s […]
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Controversy over Sonara’s 700 billion FCFA claim raises questions
Economy controversy over Sonara’s 700 billion FCFA claim raises questions Seven years after a devastating fire crippled operations at the national refinery, its leadership made a bold announcement to global media about its supposed rebirth. Armand Djaleu |4 hours ago|4 minutes read AAA Follow Cameroon business updates Summarize Listen Comment Seven years after devastating fire, […]
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Ebola spreads to new province in DRC amid ongoing crisis
Ebola outbreak intensifies as fourth province in DRC reports cases The deadly Ebola virus has now reached a fourth province in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with authorities confirming cases in Haut-Uélé. This latest development follows the declaration of an epidemic in May, which has already claimed 360 lives out of 1,274 reported infections. […]
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French football fans left waiting for free ligue 1 broadcasts
Fans face another season without free Ligue 1 matches Football enthusiasts across France will have to wait a while longer for their chance to watch Ligue 1 games without a subscription. On Monday evening, lawmakers in the National Assembly struck down an amendment that would have mandated a free-to-air broadcast of at least one top-flight […]
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UN warns of escalating violence in eastern DRC amid severe humanitarian crisis
UN highlights ‘exceptionally severe’ violence in eastern DRC amid ongoing conflict An independent UN investigative commission has raised urgent concerns during a Geneva briefing on June 29 about the deteriorating security situation in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The commission documented harrowing accounts of sexual violence, unlawful executions, and […]
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Gabon’s anti-corruption progress under global scrutiny
Libreville hosts a pivotal UN evaluation from June 29 to assess Gabon’s progress in combating corruption. Over three days, international experts, national authorities, and local institutions examine measures to prevent corruption and recover illicit assets. Speaking at the opening session, Vice-President of the Government Hermann Immongault emphasized the critical role of governance in shaping development, […]
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Gabon: presidential dialogue with SEEG agents to address water and energy crisis
Politics Gabon: presidential dialogue with SEEG agents to address water and energy crisis By Editor-in-Chief June 30, 2026 145 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, June 30, 2026 – Facing an enterprise that has come to symbolize the nation’s struggles with reliable water and electricity access, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema adopted an unconventional approach to addressing […]
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Special forces to secure democratic republic of Congo mines
The Democratic Republic of Congo is advancing plans to establish a specialized security force to oversee its mining operations. In collaboration with a private contractor, authorities aim to train 20,000 personnel tasked with safeguarding major mining sites, regulating artisanal extraction, and enhancing mineral export traceability. While the identity of the private partner remains undisclosed, preparations […]
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Gabon faces debt audit to restore private sector trust
The Gabon Economic Forum (GEF) has brought renewed focus to a pressing economic challenge: the nation’s internal debt to private enterprises. Speaking at the event, Alain‑Claude Kouakoua, President of the Gabonese Business Federation (FEG), highlighted the discrepancies in the estimated 4,340 billion FCFA debt owed to private companies. Kouakoua emphasized that the official figure may […]
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Drc constitutional reform must prioritize national consensus and human rights
The debate over constitutional reform in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has intensified, drawing international attention to the need for inclusive dialogue and adherence to human rights commitments. A critical discussion unfolded in Geneva this week during the United Nations Human Rights Council’s 62nd session, where senior UN officials emphasized the importance of […]
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Togo faces recurrent flooding amid calls for governance reform
As the rainy season returns to Togo, the nation once again confronts a familiar crisis: submerged streets, flooded neighborhoods, and homes overwhelmed by rising waters. For countless Togolese, these recurring disasters are no longer anomalies but an entrenched reality that demands urgent attention. Persistent challenges beyond seasonal rains Despite decades under the leadership of the […]
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Bénin showcases judicial expertise in global drug control at OMD panel
Bénin showcases judicial expertise in global drug control at OMD panel The Republic of Bénin took center stage at a pivotal global gathering on Friday, June 26, 2026, when Special Prosecutor Mario Mètonou delivered a keynote address at the World Customs Organization (WCO) annual council session in Brussels. His presence underscored the country’s growing influence […]
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