Local Politics

Bénin Bénin’s interior ministry conducts mid-year performance evaluation for 2026 annual plan In Cotonou, from August 4 to 6, 2026, key figures from Bénin’s Ministry of Interior and Public Security, alongside finance chain stakeholders, gathered to scrutinize the advancement of the Annual Work Plan (PTA) as of June 30. This crucial review aims to pinpoint […]

In a sharp exchange broadcast on a national news platform, a senior figure from Saint-Louis has fired back against criticism of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s political strategy. Abba Mbaye, a former legislator, had drawn parallels between Ousmane Sonko’s past tactics and the current administration’s efforts to consolidate support, sparking immediate pushback from local party leaders. […]

Over the past two years, Senegal’s Ministry of Higher Education has seen three different ministers at its helm: Abdourahmane Diouf, followed by Daouda Ngom, and currently Boubacar Camara, who took office on June 1, 2026. Six parliamentary inquiry commissions are on the agenda for the extraordinary session convened by the National Assembly on Monday, August […]

Former Bénin president Patrice Talon elected leader of pioneering senate Less than four months after stepping down from the presidency, Patrice Talon has assumed a new role at the forefront of Bénin’s freshly established senate. This landmark chamber marks the country’s first attempt at a second legislative body, introduced through the 2025 constitutional overhaul aimed […]

The Parti Social-Démocrate Vert (PSDV) has closely monitored the recent announcement regarding the upcoming inclusive national political dialogue in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In this context, the PSDV commends the Head of State’s expressed commitment to engage in consultations with all social and political forces across the nation. This initiative aims to strengthen […]

The recent issuance of decrees in Cameroon, bearing the signature of President Paul Biya, has ignited a wave of public discussion and inquiry. These official pronouncements detail the appointments of five new brigade generals, a move that has captured significant attention across the nation. However, the timing of these administrative actions coincides with an extended […]

In Sénégal’s dynamic political landscape, the interplay between prominent figures like Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko remains a central focus. As the nation navigates its political trajectory, the strategies employed by these key leaders, including those associated with movements such as Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains, are continuously analyzed. Their approaches shape public discourse […]

At a political gathering of the Convention des Congolais Unis (CCU) on Monday, August 3, 2026, Lambert Mende Omalanga presented his analysis of the ongoing security and humanitarian crisis affecting the Democratic Republic of Congo. The CCU leader urged Congolese citizens to set aside their differences and unite against what he described as an existential […]

In a bold move to shift the political landscape, Joshua Osih, leader of Cameroon’s Social Democratic Front (SDF), has unveiled an ambitious campaign to reclaim ground in the North West region. The initiative, dubbed “Take Back Bamenda,” signals a strategic push to restore the party’s influence in a region where it has faced significant challenges […]

Benin health agents management now under local councils A groundbreaking administrative shift is underway in Benin, where the oversight of contractual health workers from the 2025 recruitment cohort now falls under the responsibility of the nation’s 77 municipalities. This bold decentralization initiative, signed into effect via a ministerial circular on July 23, 2026, marks a […]

After weeks of speculation and Cameroun‘s absence from the public eye, officials confirm President Paul Biya will soon return to Yaoundé. The brief statement from his cabinet, though concise, carries significant weight in a nation where prolonged overseas stays by the 91-year-old leader have repeatedly sparked debates about his health and the continuity of governance. […]

In Cameroon, the government has finally addressed the prolonged absence of President Paul Biya, who has been outside the country for 56 days. René Emmanuel Sadi, the Minister of Communication and the government’s official spokesperson, has exclusively announced President Biya’s imminent return to Cameroon. Minister Sadi categorically refuted claims suggesting President Biya was unwell or […]