Cameroun: government confirms president Biya is alive amid power transition speculations
Yaoundé — In a bid to dispel persistent rumors, Cameroon’s government has officially confirmed that President Paul Biya remains alive and continues to lead the nation, despite his prolonged absence from the country. René Emmanuel Sadi, both Minister of Communication and government spokesperson, addressed the nation’s concerns during a press briefing, categorically stating that the […]
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Benin health agents management now under local councils
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 […]
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Bénin: executive clemency redefines the impossible
When President Romuald Wadagni granted freedom to a man sentenced to two centuries of incarceration, he did more than just sign an act of grace. He set a powerful direction for his nascent administration: a justice system that remains firm against offenses yet capable of integrating a human dimension when circumstances warrant it. Beyond a […]
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Thousands displaced from kouakourou endure precarity in central Mali
Thousands displaced from kouakourou endure precarity in central Mali Two weeks after their forced exodus from Kouakourou in central Mali, thousands of residents continue to grapple with extremely precarious living conditions. These individuals were compelled to abandon their homes following an ultimatum issued by fighters from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims […]
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Morocco’s dual strategy: trump highway and Ceuta crisis to push Sahara claims
Morocco is deploying a sophisticated diplomatic chess game, leveraging both symbolic gestures and strategic pressure points to advance its sovereignty claims over Western Sahara. As tensions escalate along Spain’s Ceuta border, Rabat is sending unmistakable signals to Madrid and Washington, testing the limits of international support for its territorial ambitions. While the newly inaugurated Tiznit-Dakhla […]
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Senegal: 7 billion FCFA alleged embezzlement rocks online betting platform
The Mégapari case has emerged as one of Dakar’s most discussed economic and judicial matters this autumn. An estimated seven billion CFA francs, equivalent to nearly 10.7 million euros, was allegedly siphoned from this prominent sports betting and online gaming platform operating within the Senegalese market. This substantial sum, significant for an economy where the […]
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Chad’s plastic recycling: challenges and economic opportunities
Chad Chad’s plastic recycling: challenges and economic opportunities Chad produces 20,000 tonnes of plastic waste annually, yet recycling remains in its infancy. A lack of infrastructure, public awareness, and support hinders a sector with significant potential for the economy and environment. — 3 min de lecture Partager Thousands of plastic bags, bottles, and packaging materials […]
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Yaounde awaits paul biya’s return amid political uncertainty
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. […]
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New protocol aims to disarm FDLR rebels in DRC
Kinshasa has formalized a new surrender protocol targeting the Forces démocratiques de libération du Rwanda (FDLR), a rebel group long active in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The agreement outlines a structured process: combatants must lay down their weapons, relocate to designated cantonment sites, and either return to Rwanda or be transferred to a […]
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Cameroon: President Paul biya’s health sparks controversy amid absence
The recent prolonged absence of Cameroon’s Head of State has ignited intense debate across the nation. At 93 years old, President Paul Biya, born on February 13, 1933, has not been seen in public for nearly two months, fueling widespread speculation about his health and the continuity of governance. Responding to mounting concerns, government spokesperson […]
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Cameroon’s Paul Biya alive amid 56-day absence concerns
Government breaks silence after 56 days of uncertainty After 56 days of absence and swirling rumors, Cameroon’s government has finally addressed the nation’s growing concern: President Paul Biya is alive and his return is imminent. Yet the announcement, while reassuring, has done little to dispel the lingering doubts. The government’s long-awaited statement came this Sunday, […]
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Ol faces sparta prague in crucial champions league qualifier
Olympique Lyonnais will take on Sparta Prague in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round on Tuesday evening. The Rhône-Alpes club travels to the epet ARENA for a high-stakes clash that could shape their European trajectory for the 2026-2027 season. The Czech side, fresh off a fourth-place finish in the domestic […]
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