The deadliest ambush in over fifteen years shook northern Mali on July 18, when a joint military convoy—comprising Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) troops and Russian paramilitary Africa Corps mercenaries—was ambushed near Tabrichat,…
Author: Martin Ngu
Journalist
Pilot mistakenly announces wrong world cup winner mid-flight
On a long-haul flight during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, passengers experienced an unexpected twist when their pilot shared the game’s outcome over the intercom. An announcement…
Senegal backs former president Sall’s un bid
The Republic of Senegal has fully committed its diplomatic machinery to endorsing former president Macky Sall’s bid for the United Nations secretary-general position. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed this strategic shift…
Benin prioritises climate and inclusion in 2027 budget strategy
The Republic of Benin has taken a decisive step toward modernising its public policies with the introduction of its 2027 budget framework. At the outset of the seven-year term, the government has…
Burkina Faso: Ibrahim Traoré’s armed ascent and the erosion of democratic norms
In Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s latest statements have intensified discussions about the nature of his leadership and the country’s political direction since the September 2022 coup. His unequivocal declarations now clearly…
Cameroun politics: opposition calls for constitutional vacancy declaration amid biya absence
Opposition leader urges Cameroon’s Constitutional Council to declare presidential vacancy Cameroon’s opposition figure Jean-Michel Nintcheu has formally requested the Constitutional Council to recognize a vacancy in the presidency following President Paul Biya’s…
Political tensions in Senegal over touba remarks
The leader of the ACT party, Ibrahima Thiam, has sharply criticized recent statements made by Ousmane Sonko, labeling them as inflammatory and detrimental to national unity. In a strongly worded opinion piece…
Ferran torres close to Paris saint-germain transfer after world cup final goal
Paris Saint-Germain is on the brink of securing a deal for one of football’s most sought-after forwards this summer. Ferran Torres, the Barcelona striker who delivered the winning goal in the 2026…
Burkina Faso’s cotton trade with India: a step forward or a missed opportunity?
The Burkina Faso government, under its transitional leadership, is turning its gaze toward India in a bid to expand trade opportunities for its prized “white gold.” While presented as a diplomatic victory,…
Cameroun : le pouvoir est-il vacant ?
Politique Cameroun : le pouvoir est-il vacant ? Dans son éditorial politique de ce lundi 20 juillet 2026, dont la version audio a été diffusée sur les antennes de la Radio Tiémeni…
Cameroun: assessing the constitutional implications of President Biya’s absence
Politics Cameroun: assessing the constitutional implications of President Biya’s absence The political editorial of this Monday, July 20, 2026, which was broadcast on the airwaves of Radio Tiémeni Siantou (90.5 FM in…
Cameroon politics: is presidential power vacant amid biya’s extended stay abroad
Politics Cameroon politics: is presidential power vacant amid Biya’s extended stay abroad? In his Monday July 20, 2026 editorial, broadcast on Radio Tiémeni Siantou’s airwaves, commentator Eric Boniface Tchouakeu examines the implications…