Month: August 2026

Central African Republic and Cameroon Resolve Border Tensions After Incident Diplomatic channels took precedence in defusing tensions along the Central African Republic-Cameroon border following a recent incident. Locals captured footage of two Cameroonian gendarmes, armed with assault rifles, traveling through Gasol village in Central African territory. The videos, widely circulated on social media, sparked immediate […]

Africa Canada opens first embassy in Cotonou, marking a new chapter in Benin relations After 64 years of diplomatic ties, Canada inaugurates its first embassy in Benin’s economic hub, Cotonou. The landmark event underscores a commitment to deeper bilateral cooperation and shared growth. — 2 min read Canada has launched its first full-fledged embassy in […]

The interim government of Burkina Faso has taken a decisive step toward economic sovereignty by suspending imports of wheat flour, semolina, and couscous. This bold move, framed as a key driver for the “Agropastoral Offensive,” aims to empower local producers and reduce reliance on foreign food supplies. Yet, the policy’s viability and potential socio-economic repercussions […]

Recent disclosures have brought to light a highly discreet transaction involving a substantial stock of Nigerien uranium, reportedly transferred from SOPAMIN to the Romanian company Nuclearelectrica. This deal, characterized by cash payments, alleged commissions demanded by Moscow, and a bypass of the public treasury, plunges us into the heart of a geopolitical and financial operation […]

Tchad N’Djamena: RADEC and Moov Money Tchad boost youth skills with professional training Alwihda Info 06 août 2026 — 2 min de lecture Partager On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, the Christian Development Actors Network (RADEC) officially inaugurated a professional training program for young people at the Episcopal Center of Chad in N’Djamena. This initiative, a […]

The upcoming Youth Olympic Games (JOJ) in Dakar in 2026 are set to embrace a bold commitment: achieving a plastic-pollution-free event. This ambitious pledge comes from the Dakar 2026 organizing committee, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and Ecological Transition of Senegal, and with the vital backing of the United Nations Development Programme […]

The Parti Social-Démocrate Vert has closely monitored the announcement of an upcoming inclusive national political dialogue in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The party commends the Head of State’s commitment to engaging in consultations with all national social and political forces. This approach aims to strengthen national cohesion by prioritizing collective reflection, essential for […]

African Politics Gabon’s president pays historic tribute in Yamoussoukro By Editor-in-Chief August 6, 2026 117 No comment Libreville, August 6, 2026 – President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s visit to Yamoussoukro carried profound diplomatic significance, transcending the formalities of an official state call. By honoring the legacy of Félix Houphouët-Boigny at his final resting place and […]

Two years after orchestrating the overthrow of democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum, General Abdourahamane Tiani, who seized power under the banner of restoring national security, now confronts a stark reality that undermines the very foundation of his rule. The coup d’état on July 26, 2023, was presented as a decisive response to the civilian government’s […]

The institution’s internal regulations stipulate a strict fifteen-day legal limit for the session’s proceedings. During a Bureau meeting held yesterday, the National Assembly announced the commencement of its inaugural extraordinary session for the 2025-2026 legislative year. Scheduled to begin this Monday, August 10, 2026, the session’s agenda includes deliberations on two proposed laws, three draft […]

The World Bank has allocated a substantial financial package of 340 billion FCFA to Senegal, the details of which have just been outlined by the Presidency of the Republic. This announcement, made public from Dakar, comes amidst ongoing renegotiations of financial arrangements between the Senegalese state and its long-standing donors. It arrives as authorities actively […]