Historic prisoner handover marks new phase in Congo peace negotiations Breaking news. Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have executed a landmark transfer of 15 detainees to the M23 rebel…
Author: Martin Ngu
Journalist
Democracy under pressure across africa’s political landscape
The state of democracy in Africa presents a complex picture: while some nations are making democratic progress, others are grappling with political backsliding. Across the continent, democratic institutions face unprecedented strain—marked by…
Boko Haram leverages AI tools to enhance insurgent tactics in Nigeria
Boko Haram leverages AI tools to enhance insurgent tactics in Nigeria Groundbreaking research reveals how factions of Boko Haram in Nigeria have integrated generative artificial intelligence into their operational strategies. A 2026…
Kosmos energy updates on grand tortue ahmeyim gas project progress
The significant Grand Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas project, jointly operated by the American firm Kosmos Energy across the maritime border of Senegal and Mauritania, is once again in the spotlight. The Texas-based…
Senegal and Gambia move forward with border demarcation after Bullock incident
Following a significant incident in Bullock, Senegal and Gambia have announced the finalization of a comprehensive agreement aimed at precisely defining their shared boundary. This crucial development paves the way for both…
Migrants expelled to Cameroon sue for legal protection
Migrants expelled to Cameroon sue for legal protection Eric Topona Fri, Aug 7, 2026 8:45 AM UTC Add Yahoo as your preferred source to see our articles on Google. Thirty-six African migrants…
African organizations challenge Togo’s constitutional changes with ECOWAS and au
By Martin Ngu — Politics and National Security
Drc: fifteen detainees moved to afc/m23 in a long-awaited operation
Drc: fifteen detainees transferred to afc/m23 in a highly anticipated move The recent transfer of fifteen individuals is not an isolated event. Four months prior to these men embarking on their journey,…
Tidjane thiam champions national unity, commends ouattara’s conciliatory steps in Côte d’Ivoire
On August 6, 2026, Tidjane Thiam, the leader of the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA), addressed the nation, expressing his appreciation for President Alassane Ouattara’s initiatives aimed…
Crise migratoire à Ceuta : le Maroc se dit prêt à faciliter le retour des mineurs isolés
Crise migratoire à Ceuta : le Maroc se dit prêt à faciliter le retour des mineurs isolés Actus. Le Maroc affirme être disposé à coopérer au retour des mineurs non accompagnés restés…
Bénin: Patrice Talon elected leader of newly created Senate
Following a constitutional amendment passed in November 2025, the Bénin Senate was established as a key pillar to stabilize the country’s political landscape and regulate governance. The new institution comprises 25 non-elected…
Parliamentary inquiry targets Senegal’s higher education past
Senegal’s parliament to probe decade-long university laptop program The Higher Education ministry has undergone three leadership changes in as many years, with Abdourahmane Diouf, Daouda Ngom and current minister Boubacar Camara each…