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The sudden passing of Lahbib Mohamed Abdelaziz, son of the former Polisario Front leader Mohamed Abdelaziz, has cast a shadow over the already fragile Sahara Occidental peace negotiations. The loss of a key figure within the movement raises questions about the future of diplomatic efforts in the region. a pivotal figure in the Sahara occidental […]
Georges Dougueli Political analyst specializing in Cameroon Chantal Biya Franck Biya Paul Biya The unfolding power struggle in Cameroon Cameroon is currently witnessing a behind-the-scenes battle for influence, with key figures positioning themselves for the future. At the center of this maneuvering are two prominent individuals: Franck Biya, the president’s son, and Chantal Biya, the […]
Niamey, June 7, 2026 – Nigerien authorities have marked a significant step forward in their ongoing battle against illicit drug trafficking, overseeing the incineration of a substantial cocaine consignment. This large quantity of narcotics had been confiscated during various operations conducted across the nation. The destruction ceremony took place this Sunday at the Central Livestock […]
Prime Minister Allamaye Halina of Chad today hailed the deepening of Algerian-Chadian ties as both nations marked the groundbreaking ceremony for a 40-megawatt power plant in N’Djamena. He stressed the fraternal bonds and growing cooperation across multiple sectors, thanking Algeria for its unwavering support. He expressed sincere gratitude to Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and the […]
In a surprising turn of events, the Nigerien branch of the pan-African Bank of Africa (BOA) has bucked market trends by recording a 40% surge in its stock price at the regional stock exchange (BRVM) in Abidjan. This remarkable performance comes despite the bank issuing a profit warning and announcing a significant decline in its […]
Algerian prime minister arrives in Chad for official visit N’Djamena – On Monday, Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb arrived in Chad for an official visit, mandated by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. This trip aims to deepen fraternal ties and enhance cooperation and partnership between the two nations. Prime Minister Algeria Chad
Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, Madagascar’s transitional leader, arrived in Libreville last Friday for a series of strategic discussions with Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, President of the Gabonese Transition. The visit, part of a 48-hour working and goodwill trip, underscored Gabon and Madagascar’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. During the official meeting at the Palais […]
Cameroon to strengthen ties with South Korean industrial giant A high-profile meeting in Yaoundé signals a potential game-changer for Cameroon’s economy, as a leading South Korean manufacturer expresses strong interest in major investments across key sectors. — 2 min read In a bold move to revitalize Cameroon’s trade landscape, the Minister of Commerce, Luc Magloire […]
Philippe Lalliot, the newly appointed French ambassador to Morocco, chose the spring session of the Paris Peace Forum hosted at Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique (UM6P) in Rabat on 4–5 June 2026 for his first public address. The speech came just after he presented his credentials to the King. Facing the deadlock of crises and shockwaves […]
The leader of Pastef, Ousmane Sonko, has firmly called on his followers to stop using insults and mocking nicknames aimed at authorities, denouncing such counterproductive behaviour and urging a debate focused solely on ideas and the party’s programme. Speaking at a gathering at Dakar Arena, the Patriots’ head appealed to his supporters for reason, warning […]
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ebola response in drc strained by political turmoil and armed conflict On 17 may 2026, the world health organization declared the ebola outbreak in eastern democratic republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, with the africa cdc following suit the next day. On 5 june, both institutions launched a […]