Local News

Between June 23 and 29, the Malian Armed Forces successfully escorted a convoy of 940 civilian supply trucks along the Kaïs-Sandari-Diema-Bamako route, ensuring safe passage to the capital. The operation began with 540 trucks departing from Kaïs toward Sandari, later joined by an additional military escort originating from Diéma. Vehicles stranded along the way were […]

In a move that has sent ripples through Cameroon’s political landscape, Oswald Baboke, Deputy Director of the Civil Cabinet of the President, was summoned to appear before the Special Criminal Court in Yaoundé. The hearings, shrouded in confidentiality, have sparked intense speculation about their underlying motives and potential implications for the country’s leadership. Behind the […]

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 […]

Yaoundé launches major water network upgrade project to boost potable water access The groundbreaking ceremony for Yaoundé’s potable water supply network reconfiguration project took place this Thursday at Minkoameyos. The initiative aims to transform water access for thousands of residents across the capital and surrounding areas. Marturin ATCHA |3 hours ago|2 min read AAA Follow […]

The Minister of Urban Planning and Habitat, Mahamat Assileck Halata, conducted an on-site inspection of flood-prevention infrastructure in N’Djamena as the rainy season approaches. The June 25 visit targeted key components of the Integrated Project for Flood Control and Urban Resilience (PILIER), with the primary goal of verifying their operational readiness. Comprehensive field assessment across […]

In a decisive move to uphold public health and food safety standards, local authorities in Tchad have shut down an unauthorized slaughterhouse operating in the Farik Aguek neighborhood of Abéché. The operation, spearheaded by the administration of the city’s first arrondissement, targeted an illicit facility that had been processing livestock outside regulated sanitary conditions. Hissein […]

Libreville’s Mont-Bouët Market, the beating heart of Gabon’s informal economy, has become synonymous with a deep-rooted scourge: systematic extortion. Recent accounts from local traders reveal a well-organized scheme, now posing the most pressing challenge to Mayor Eugène Mba’s administration. Beneath the vibrant chaos of bustling stalls and lively haggling, a darker reality persists. Organized under […]

«Yaoundé has transformed beyond recognition over the past two decades,» shared a lifelong resident born in the Cameroonian capital. «Once a modest village spread across seven hills, today’s cityscape reflects the fruits of modern urban planning. The changes fill me with pride.» Mbarga Obama, nearing his 90th year, has witnessed firsthand the city’s remarkable growth. […]

Smart surveillance cameras have become a cornerstone of security in Yaoundé, Cameroon’s bustling capital. These high-tech devices do more than just monitor—they deter crime, protect property, and help manage traffic flow across the city. how surveillance cameras are transforming safety in Yaoundé A resident of the Madagascar neighborhood shared a stark before-and-after picture of life […]

Tchad prepares for 2026 baccalaureate exams with over 106,000 candidates The Tchad Ministry of National Education has unveiled plans for the written baccalaureate examinations scheduled for June 8-13, 2026, with 106,231 candidates expected to participate across the country and one international center. Strict measures to ensure exam integrity During a press conference held in N’Djamena, […]

Paris 8th arrondissement calls for ‘zero gatherings’ on Champs-Élysées after psg victory unrest Ligue des Champions, Faits divers, Politique l’essentiel Following the widespread unrest in Paris on Saturday night after Paris Saint-Germain’s victory in the Champions League final, the mayor’s office of the 8th arrondissement is now advocating for a complete prohibition of gatherings on […]

Tchad N’Djamena mayor mandates urgent repairs at vital Hilton flood control site The mayor of N’Djamena visited the Hilton flood discharge site, coordinating its essential repair to prevent potential inundations. — 1 min de lecture Partager On Thursday, May 28, 2026, Mr. Sanoussi Hassana Abdoulaye, the esteemed Mayor of N’Djamena, led a significant delegation to […]