Cameroon risks 292 billion FCFA AfDB funding cancellation
A joint portfolio review conducted in Yaoundé on July 14, 2026, between the Cameroonian government and the African Development Bank (AfDB) has revealed a substantial financial threat for Cameroon. Seven operations, previously approved by the pan-African institution’s governing bodies and totaling 373.419 million units of account (approximately 292 billion FCFA), are now at risk of […]
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Congo military law 2027 draft under parliamentary review
Congo military law 2027 draft under parliamentary review Kinshasa — The National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has initiated the examination of the draft military programming law for the period 2027-2030. This critical legislative process began on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, during an extraordinary session of Parliament, as confirmed by the […]
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Gold smuggling crackdown in Cameroon government takes decisive action
In response to rampant illicit gold trafficking, Cameroonian authorities convened a high-level meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, to overhaul the gold sector and tighten regulatory oversight. The gathering, held in the conference hall of the Ministry of Commerce, brought together key figures including the Minister of Mines, Industry and Technological Development (acting capacity), Professor […]
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Living as a gay person in Senegal after harsher anti-lgbtq laws
World • Senegal “Being gay in Senegal means hiding or living in fear”: surge in calls for help to flee to France Report Since Senegal doubled prison sentences for same-sex relations in March, distress calls from LGBTQ+ individuals seeking to escape have surged. Organizations like Stop Homophobie, SOS Homophobie, and Le Refuge have intensified their […]
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Mali Algeria thaw: political primacy over military force key to deal
After more than a year of intense diplomatic tensions, Mali and Algeria have restored their diplomatic ties. The announcement, made last Friday, caught many by surprise as no prior signals had indicated such a development. Bamako had previously accused Algiers of « collusion » with the armed groups operating along their shared border—particularly the jihadist […]
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Gabon’s minister calls for global climate finance overhaul in New York
On the sidelines of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), the Permanent Mission of the African Union hosted the launch of a joint OECD-OIF/IFDD report focusing on access to ecological financing. Addressing an international audience, Louise Pierrette Mvono, Gabon’s Minister of Planning and Foresight, delivered a compelling address, advocating for her nation and demanding a fundamental […]
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Tchad : N’Djamena, capitale mondiale de l’eau, lors du Forum africain de l’eau
Le Tchad accueille le Forum africain de l’eau, organisé conjointement par le gouvernement tchadien et le Groupe de la Banque mondiale dans le cadre de l’initiative Water Forward. Placé sous le thème « De la vision à l’action », ce rendez-vous réunira des chefs d’État, des ministres des Finances, de l’Eau, de l’Agriculture et de […]
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Gabon’s youth employment challenge: bridging the skills gap amidst economic shifts
A striking paradox undermines Gabon’s labor market: while one in three young, active individuals faces unemployment, numerous industries struggle to find the skilled workforce they desperately need. This critical situation, thoroughly examined in the National Human Development Report (RNDH 2026), stems from three primary systemic failures: a training infrastructure misaligned with economic demands, an economy […]
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Sénégal. Macky Sall attendu à Dakar pour rencontrer Bassirou Diomaye Faye sur fond de candidature à l’ONU
Sénégal. Macky Sall attendu à Dakar pour rencontrer Bassirou Diomaye Faye sur fond de candidature à l’ONU Actus. L’ancien président sénégalais Macky Sall effectuera vendredi 17 juillet son premier retour au Sénégal depuis son départ du pouvoir en avril 2024. Ce déplacement s’inscrit dans le cadre de sa campagne pour le poste de secrétaire général […]
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Est de la RDC: le M23 contrôle toujours 15 % à 30 % de la production mondiale de coltan à Rubaya, la France dénonce le financement de son administration « illégale»
Breaking News Économie: Est de la RDC: le M23 contrôle toujours 15 % à 30 % de la production mondiale de coltan à Rubaya, la France dénonce le financement de son administration « illégale» ⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Museveni insiste sur la coopération régionale pour relever les défis sécuritaires dans l’Est de la RDC ⠀ ⠀ Politique: […]
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Museveni emphasizes regional solidarity for eastern drc security
Floribert Anzuluni reçu par Yoweri Museveni Sécurité On Monday, July 13, Floribert Anzuluni, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Minister of Regional Integration, met with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at his Kisozi presidential farm, located approximately 150 kilometers from Kampala. Minister Anzuluni delivered a crucial message from President Félix Tshisekedi during a period marked by intensified […]
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Cameroon’s vanishing gold: billions lost to illicit trade
Cameroon’s missing gold revenues A gold rush is sweeping across Cameroon’s East and Adamaoua regions, where mining operations have proliferated unchecked. Despite the extensive activity, the Cameroonian state struggles to assert its authority and regulate the sector. This lack of control facilitates a massive illicit trade, with billions in gold revenue reportedly being siphoned off […]
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