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Omer Mbadi Cameroon correspondent Castel Jean-Claude Mimran Compagnie sucrière sénégalaise Somdia Ownership transition at Sosucam The Sosucam—Cameroon’s leading sugar producer—has undergone a significant change in its ownership structure. This strategic shift marks a new chapter for one of the country’s most vital agro-industrial sectors, impacting not only production but also the broader economic landscape. Key […]
A team of twenty Motards du Faso members completed their 3,000 km Grand Regional Tour 2026 in Ouagadougou on August 11, wrapping up a ten-day journey across five West African nations. Departing from the capital on August 2, the group traversed Burkina Faso, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria, blending adventure with meaningful community outreach. The […]
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema officially inaugurated the new annex building of the Command Center for Penitentiary Security in Libreville. The three-story structure, named “General Brigade Building Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Commander-in-Chief of the Republican Guard,” features 38 offices and is designed to support the modernization of Gabon’s penitentiary administration. This development was welcomed by […]
A journalist focusing on Sahel security dynamics air transport Russia-Africa relations data analysis Africa Corps Vladimir Putin Wagner Group Alliance of Sahel States Russia’s strategic air bridge to the Sahel Moscow has quietly established a sophisticated air logistics network to project military influence across the Sahel. At the heart of this operation lies the Africa […]
Bénin unveils PAG 2026-2033 strategic roadmap ahead of september session The final draft of Benin’s Government Action Plan (PAG) for 2026-2033 is nearing completion, with an official unveiling scheduled for the political rentrée in September. Key priorities shaping Benin’s next seven-year plan According to government spokesperson Léandre Wilfried Houngbédji, the upcoming PAG will not only […]
Ebola outbreak spreads to sixth province in Democratic Republic of Congo The deadly Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has now reached a sixth province in the country’s northern region, raising concerns about potential cross-border spread to neighboring South Sudan. This marks a critical escalation in what health officials describe as the […]
West African Economic Integration Faces Uneven Progress Toward Eco As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) pursues its goal of launching the Eco by 2027, the region’s economic realities reveal stark disparities in preparedness among member states. In this evolving landscape, Benin has emerged as a standout candidate for early participation in the […]
The Cameroonian head of state, President Paul Biya, departed from Yaoundé on June 7, 2026, under the guise of a brief private visit. What was initially framed as a short trip has since stretched into a 66-day absence, with no official updates on his return or current whereabouts. The prolonged silence has cast a shadow […]
Transforming the landscape: how Benin became a top regional destination Over the past decade, Benin has made a bold strategic move by injecting nearly 2 billion euros into its culture, heritage, and hotel infrastructure. These investments have begun to pay off, with the country now drawing significant visitor numbers from across West Africa, particularly from […]
The Benin passport has surged to the forefront of African travel freedom, reflecting a bold diplomatic strategy rooted in openness and technological innovation. Over recent years, this passport has climbed the ranks in continental mobility assessments, earning recognition as one of the most powerful travel documents on the continent for intra-African travel. How the Benin […]
Algerian Prime Minister leads historic drilling project launch in Agadez The Prime Minister of Algeria, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Niger today on a special mission entrusted by the Algerian President, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune. His visit marks a significant step in bilateral cooperation between the two nations, with the Prime Minister set to preside over […]
In a landmark move to deepen strategic ties between Algeria and Niger, officials inaugurated the drilling operations for the Kafra South-East 1 exploratory well this past Thursday. The ceremony marks a pivotal moment for energy collaboration across North and West Africa. Strategic energy project kicks off in Niger’s Kafra basin The historic event took place […]