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The Republic of Benin has taken a decisive step forward in addressing the pressing challenges of coastal management and maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea. Through the OPERA project (Ocean Prediction Enhancement in Regions of Africa), a groundbreaking international training initiative focused on ocean forecasting fundamentals, nearly 1,200 participants from across the globe have […]
Global health leader meets with authorities amid escalating crisis The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, arrived in Kinshasa this week for urgent talks with President Félix Tshisekedi as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) grapples with its 17th Ebola outbreak. The visit follows warnings from health officials about a rapid […]
The governments of Bénin and Canada have officially launched a permanent framework for political and diplomatic dialogue, designed to institutionalize regular consultations and ensure consistent follow-up on shared commitments. This landmark agreement was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bénin via the social media platform X on August 5, 2026. Strengthening bilateral ties […]
Cameroon’s president, Paul Biya, has reshuffled the country’s military leadership, a move that comes as his prolonged absence from the public eye sparks growing unease among citizens and political observers. Military reshuffle raises questions amid presidential absence President Biya, the world’s oldest serving leader, has appointed new high-ranking officers and promoted five colonels to the […]
Intense negotiations between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig have reached a critical stage, with the Ivorian winger Yan Diomande on the verge of joining the Spanish giants for what could be one of the most expensive transfers in football history. The Merengue are reportedly finalizing an agreement to pay between €130 million and €140 million, […]
Cameroon is currently witnessing a significant overhaul in its military leadership, just as President Paul Biya marks nearly two months outside the country. A presidential decree dated August 3 has officially confirmed the appointment of four high-ranking officers, including a new commander for the presidential guard—a role historically reserved for senior security officials entrusted with […]
The government of Benin has announced plans to mobilize a total of $14.5 billion—equivalent to approximately 8,004.38 billion FCFA—to bolster the nation’s economic resilience against climate risks and accelerate its transition toward sustainable development. This initiative, outlined in the third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0), spans the 2026–2035 period and was unveiled during a high-level […]
Cameroon’s 93-year-old President Paul Biya has extended his stay in Europe, prompting widespread speculation about his health and the country’s political direction. After departing Cameroon on June 7 with his wife under the pretext of a private trip, the veteran leader remains absent nearly two months later, fueling debates over potential power vacuums. In response […]
The Collectif des élus français originaires du Congo-Kinshasa (CEFOCK) has unveiled plans for a robust diplomatic offensive in France to secure official recognition of the GENOCOST—a campaign advocating for acknowledgment of the Congo genocide—during the upcoming parliamentary session. The announcement follows a high-level meeting with President Félix Tshisekedi at the Cité de l’Union Africaine in […]
Government Takes Decisive Action Against Digital Propaganda The head of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Higher Council for Audiovisual and Communication (CSAC), Christian Bosembe, has announced sweeping measures to curb the spread of rebel propaganda online. TikTok accounts linked to the AFC-M23 armed group are set to be shut down as part of an […]
The long-standing border dispute between Sénégal and Gambie has reached a definitive resolution, as both nations sealed an agreement to finalize the demarcation of their shared frontier. This milestone was confirmed by the Permanent Sénégalo-Gambian Secretariat, following weeks of heightened tensions triggered by an incident near the village of Bullock. From confrontation to cooperation: resolving […]
President Paul Biya reshuffles Cameroon’s military leadership remotely For nearly two months, Cameroonian President Paul Biya has remained outside the country, yet his absence hasn’t halted critical administrative decisions. Official decrees bearing his signature have been released, formalizing a sweeping overhaul within the national armed forces. The changes introduce five new brigadier generals, a fresh […]