Cameroon halts somdiaa’s sale of sosucam shares
Cameroonian authorities have officially suspended the planned sale of shares held by the Somdiaa group in the Société sucrière du Cameroun (Sosucam), the nation’s leading sugar industry operator. This pause, enacted by the Yaoundé executive, effectively freezes a transaction that business circles across the sub-region had been closely monitoring for several months. The decision impacts […]
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Togo’s land reform: navigating the path to transparency and equity
After six decades characterized by frequently inconsistent land management, the Togolese government is now articulating a renewed ambition: to transform the land sector into a substantial catalyst for economic development. While this pledge appears promising in theory, it immediately confronts a far more complex reality on the ground. Many observers suggest that this initiative risks […]
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The shifting political landscape: Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré’s evolving dynamic in Senegal
Political figures frequently steer public discourse with their shifting narratives, adapting their stances to suit current interests and circumstances. The dynamic between prominent Senegalese political figures, Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré, remains exceptionally fluid, constantly adapting to prevailing circumstances and their respective political standings. One day they appear as allies, the next as staunch opponents. […]
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Niger’s controversial $1.9 billion refinery deal raises transparency concerns
In a relentless pursuit of nationalist display and short-term political victories, Nigerien authorities have taken a particularly alarming step. By signing a colossal $1.9 billion agreement with the enigmatic Zimar Group for the construction of a refining and petrochemical complex in Dosso, the government has generated more explosive questions than it has provided sustainable solutions. […]
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Ousmane sonko seeks clarification from justice minister on land allocations
Ousmane Sonko demands clarity on land allocations from justice minister Following a plenary session dedicated to ratifying six proposed resolutions for establishing inquiry commissions on Thursday, Ousmane Sonko disclosed that he had received two responses from the Minister of Justice, the Keeper of the Seals. As President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko is seeking […]
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Zamboï mine collapse in Central African Republic casts light on Cameroon’s gold sector challenges
The recent tragic collapse at the Zamboï mine in the Central African Republic has cast a harsh light on the broader challenges plaguing the region’s extractive industries. While the immediate disaster occurred across the border, this incident serves as a critical lens through which to examine the persistent issues within Cameroon’s gold sector. For years, […]
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Cameroon: president paul biya returns to Yaoundé after extended absence
After an absence exceeding two months, Paul Biya, Cameroon’s president since 1982 and the globe’s senior-most head of state, arrived back in Yaoundé on Thursday, August 20. His prolonged disappearance had intensified national debate concerning his continued fitness to govern the central African nation. The 93-year-old Cameroonian head of state had departed Yaoundé on June […]
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Tragic helicopter crash in Kenya claims Ecuador’s intelligence chief and five Americans
A scenic flight ended in tragedy near Mount Ololokwe in Kenya, with a helicopter crash claiming the lives of all seven individuals on board. This devastating incident carries significant security and diplomatic implications. A tragic aerial event in a mountainous region On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, a catastrophic aerial accident unfolded in central Kenya, resulting […]
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Mali: scrutinizing the civilian toll of africa corps operations
A recent and alarming report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) directly implicates Russian Africa Corps forces in an aerial strike on June 15, 2026, in central Mali’s Mopti region. This incident allegedly resulted in the deaths of eight civilians, including three children. According to HRW, the evidence collected strongly suggests this attack was unlawful. The […]
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Paul Biya’s anticipated return to Cameroon after extended absence
Paul Biya’s anticipated return to Cameroon after extended absence On Thursday, August 20, President Paul Biya, accompanied by his wife Chantal and their delegation, was en route to Yaoundé aboard a private Boeing jet, registration P4 – CLA. Their flight originated in Geneva, with an expected arrival in the Cameroonian capital late in the afternoon. […]
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Amadou Ba of Pastef clarifies alleged phone calls between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré
During an alleged phone conversation, the former Prime Minister reportedly made highly critical statements regarding Bassirou Diomaye Faye. At a recent press briefing orchestrated by Pastef-Les Patriotes, Deputy Amadou Ba revealed what he presented as the authentic account of telephone exchanges that purportedly transpired between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré. These alleged conversations took place […]
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Senior ISIS leader Abou Zeid Al-Burkinabi killed in Burkina Faso by JNIM rivals
On August 17, 2026, Abou Zeid Al-Burkinabi, a prominent figure within the Islamic State in the Sahel (EIS), met his end in Séno province. Despite initial claims circulating from official channels and certain commentators, the militant leader was not eliminated by the Burkinabè army. Instead, he perished during brutal clashes with his rivals from the […]
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