Gabon’s bold shift to mining for economic revival
Gabon, a Central African nation long reliant on its dwindling oil reserves, is now charting a bold new course toward mining dominance. The government has unveiled a sweeping strategy, backed by hundreds of millions in fresh investments, to transform the country into a global minerals powerhouse within the next five years. Exploration and development activities […]
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Cameroon: president biya’s signed decrees spark public questions amid his absence
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 […]
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Migrants africains expelled from us challenge Cameroon policy
36 African migrants expelled from the US challenge Cameroon’s policy in court Their lawyer argues that Cameroon cannot serve as a transit point for individuals facing persecution or torture. Thirty-six African nationals, previously protected from deportation in the United States, have filed a legal challenge in Yaoundé after being expelled to Cameroon earlier this year. […]
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Togolese civil society urges sanctions against government over constitutional changes
The political crisis in Togo has escalated to international levels, as a coalition of 43 civil society organizations (CSOs) from across Africa and its diaspora has issued a joint appeal to the ECOWAS, African Union (AU), and United Nations (UN) to impose sanctions on the Togolese government. The move follows a landmark ruling by the […]
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Sénégal economy stuck in political gridlock as rivals battle ahead of 2029 vote
Thirty months after a historic political transition, Senegal’s economy remains mired in uncertainty. Once hailed as a beacon of stability in West Africa, the country now grapples with sluggish growth, declining foreign investment, and a political climate overshadowed by partisan infighting. As rival factions jockey for position ahead of the 2029 presidential election, the urgent […]
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Cotonou revamps food safety with licensed street vendors and port canteen
Key challenge How can Cotonou’s port-area street food vendors maintain their livelihoods while ensuring safety and hygiene for both customers and vendors? Best practice Recognizing the hazardous working conditions along the port access road and the urgent need for improved food hygiene standards, the Autonomous Port of Cotonou (PAC) launched an inclusive consultation process. This […]
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Niger after the coup: promises vs. hard realities three years on
When General Abdourahamane Tiani seized power in Niamey on July 26, 2023, he framed his military takeover as a national awakening. The new leadership pledged to restore Niger’s full sovereignty, crush the insurgency gripping the country, and free the state from foreign interference in its decision-making. A narrative of defiance resonated with many citizens weary […]
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Senegal: civil servants face post-Magal financial strain
In Senegal, the festive atmosphere of the annual Grand Magal of Touba has given way to a palpable sense of discontent among the nation’s civil servants. Following the significant religious pilgrimage, many state employees are finding themselves in a challenging financial predicament, casting a shadow over the immediate aftermath of the revered celebration. The post-Magal […]
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WHO chief arrives in DRC as Ebola outbreak escalates
The World Health Organization (WHO) had previously raised alarm about the current Ebola surge, noting its “exceptional intensification” and urging a significant scale-up of the health response. Congolese authorities have reported a total of 3,874 confirmed cases, including 1,751 fatalities, since the onset of this epidemic. The nation’s most devastating previous outbreak, between 2018 and […]
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Cameroon under Paul Biya’s prolonged absence: who governs the nation?
An unprecedented absence raises questions For over two months, Africa’s oldest serving head of state has been absent from Cameroon. At 93 years old, President Paul Biya, re-elected in 2025 amid disputed elections, remains in Geneva, Switzerland, where he arrived on June 7 for what authorities described as a “private stay.” This marks the longest […]
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Benin leads global ocean prediction training with opera project
With coastal erosion and marine resource management pressing concerns, Bénin has taken a decisive step toward strengthening its maritime expertise. Through the OPERA (Ocean Prediction Enhancement in Regions of Africa) initiative, a groundbreaking international training program on ocean forecasting has just concluded, drawing nearly 1,200 participants worldwide. This effort has elevated Bénin‘s universities and researchers […]
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Who chief visits dr Congo as ebola outbreak worsens
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has arrived in Kinshasa to meet with President Félix Tshisekedi as the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) grapples with the 17th outbreak of Ebola. Health authorities in the DRC declared the latest Ebola epidemic on May 15, weeks behind the initial detection. The […]
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