Cameroon extends census period for second time amid coverage concerns
Cameroon extends census period for second time amid coverage concerns Yaoundé correspondent The Cameroonian government has announced a second extension of the census period, aiming to capture more households, individuals, and agricultural operations nationwide. This decision follows an official directive from Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute. Residents in major urban centers like Yaoundé and Douala […]
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Senegal: three pastef affiliates face charges for offending president faye
In a significant development in Senegal, three individuals closely associated with the Pastef political movement are currently facing legal proceedings. These individuals have been formally charged with the offense of insulting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a serious accusation that carries legal repercussions under Senegalese law. The prosecution of these Pastef affiliates highlights ongoing political dynamics […]
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Burkina Faso’s financial autonomy myth: how debt persists despite official claims
From slogan to financial reality The military-led government in Ouagadougou has adopted a powerful catchphrase to promote its economic strategy: “Y’a pas crédit dedans”. Repeated endlessly on social media and echoed by supporters, this phrase claims that major infrastructure projects—road rehabilitation, state modernization, equipment purchases—are fully funded by domestic resources, with no reliance on foreign […]
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Mali : Human Rights Watch accuse l’Africa Corps d’avoir tué huit civils lors de frappes aériennes
Mali : Human Rights Watch accuse l’Africa Corps d’avoir tué huit civils lors de frappes aériennes Actus. Human Rights Watch (HRW) accuse les paramilitaires russes de l’Africa Corps d’être responsables de la mort de huit civils, dont trois enfants, lors de frappes aériennes menées le 15 juin dans le centre du Mali. L’ONG affirme qu’aucun […]
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Bénin: minister georges alé stresses quality in ongoing road infrastructure projects
To oversee the significant modernization initiatives within the national road network, Georges Alé, the Minister of Living Environment and Transport, recently conducted an inspection tour of three crucial construction sites. His field visit centered on upholding technical standards, safeguarding the environment, ensuring public health, and strictly adhering to project timelines. The ministerial delegation’s initial stop […]
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Burkina Faso: abuse claims highlight military’s expanding reach
Under the guise of patriotism, military discipline, and national renewal, Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s administration in Burkina Faso is systematically expanding military influence across society. Grave allegations of sexual abuse, reportedly involving several members of the national women’s football team during a training camp held at a military facility, raise a fundamental question: what are the […]
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European football’s historic stand: UEFA boycotts FIFA tournaments over private investment plans
In a groundbreaking move against FIFA’s initiative to open the capital of its flagship competitions to private investors, UEFA and its 55 member federations have made a pivotal decision. Through a resolute and unanimous statement, the European governing body confirmed its unequivocal refusal to participate in upcoming World Cup tournaments. This unprecedented development sends shockwaves […]
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire’s political and economic landscape under scrutiny
Abidjan — The nation’s spotlight remains firmly fixed on a high-stakes legal battle within the Parti démocratique de Côte d’Ivoire-Rassemblement démocratique africain (PDCI-RDA), alongside critical economic developments. These include a landmark mining cooperation pact with Botswana and allegations of financial misconduct at the Direction générale des impôts (DGI). PDCI-RDA legal saga takes center stage The […]
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Bénin ushers in bicameralism with senate inauguration in Porto-Novo
The Governors’ Palace in Porto-Novo recently hosted a pivotal event for Bénin’s institutional landscape. With the official establishment of the Senate, the nation definitively transitions from a unicameral system, ushering its political structure into a new era. This creation of the upper house of Parliament, a key component of the November 2025 constitutional revision, profoundly […]
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Cameroon scandal erupts over captain effoudou’s allegations against ferdinand ngoh ngoh
Why Captain Effoudou’s allegations are shaking Cameroon In a dramatic turn of events, Cameroon is grappling with explosive accusations that have ignited nationwide debate. Captain Romuald Effoudou’s recent claims against Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh, a prominent political figure, have sent shockwaves through the corridors of power. The allegations, which emerged publicly, are now at the heart […]
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Côte d’Ivoire advances bold territorial planning vision for 2045
This week marked a pivotal moment for Côte d’Ivoire’s future development as Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA, Minister of Planning and Development, led a high-level national workshop in Abidjan to validate the study for the National Land Use Master Plan (SNAT CI-2045). The gathering brought together key stakeholders including government officials, prefectural representatives, local authorities, technical and […]
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Ebola response intensifies as borders remain open in democratic republic of Congo
Health CrisisDemocratic Republic of Congo Ebola outbreak escalates: why keeping borders open is critical July 30, 2026 As Ebola cases surge in the Democratic Republic of Congo, health officials warn of food security risks while urging nations to maintain open borders for humanitarian support. The Democratic Republic of Congo is grappling with a relentless Ebola […]
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