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Ecouter l’article La province de la Nyanga continue de susciter l’intérêt des investisseurs internationaux grâce à son important potentiel minier. Ce 17 juillet, le vice-président du gouvernement, Hermann Immongault, a présidé une séance de travail réunissant les ministres des Transports, de l’Accès universel à l’eau et à l’énergie, des Mines, de l’Industrie et de l’Environnement, […]
Unverified claims surface during Anéfis clashes Between July 4 and 9 in Anéfis, Mali, national forces—backed by Russian African Corps elements—engaged terror groups in intense combat. Amid the fighting, false narratives emerged targeting the French military, whose troops left Mali in August 2022. These disinformation efforts falsely suggested a French soldier was killed alongside rebels […]
Cameroon bishop warns of harsh prison conditions for detainees The Archbishop of Douala, Mgr Kleda, has raised serious concerns over the treatment of detainees in Cameroon’s prison system. In a pastoral letter released in late June, he highlighted the prevalence of forced disappearances, arbitrary detentions, and inhumane living conditions behind bars. His remarks echo a […]
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has intensified a sweeping leadership overhaul by dismissing several additional high-profile directors-general this week, following an initial round of removals tied to political allegiances. high-profile removals mark second wave of restructuring The most prominent dismissal came at the Port autonome de Dakar, where Waly Diouf Bodiang, a long-standing figure within the […]
The escalating violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo shows no signs of abating, with armed clashes and prolonged displacement of civilians heightening concerns over regional instability in the African Great Lakes. The persistent insecurity poses a significant obstacle to international efforts aimed at fostering peace and stability in the area. Local reports indicate […]
Freetown is hosting the 96th ordinary session of the Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) Council of Ministers on July 17, 2026. Ivory Coast’s delegation, led by State Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Nialé Kaba, is present alongside Adama Dosso, Deputy Minister for African Integration and Ivorians Abroad. The high-level diplomatic engagement […]
France tightens student visa rules for Cameroonians amid rising fraud concerns The French embassy in Cameroon explains the stricter financial requirements for student visa applicants seeking enrollment in private institutions in France. Journalist Name |July 17, 2026|2 min read AAA Stricter financial proof demanded for Cameroonian students The French embassy in Yaoundé has defended its […]
The 2026 Supplementary Finance Law (LFR) approved by the Senate goes beyond balancing state revenues—it reshapes fiscal policy into a strategic lever for promoting Made in Gabon. Through targeted VAT reductions, exemptions, and incentives, the government aims to bolster the competitiveness of domestic industries, accelerate industrial processing, and lessen the country’s reliance on foreign goods. […]
The narrative of a burgeoning « eldorado » under Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s leadership, as propagated by state-aligned media, appears increasingly disconnected from the lived experiences of many Burkinabè. While official discourse emphasizes a historic transformation and a progressive popular revolution, the day-to-day reality is dominated by persistent insecurity, economic hardship, and unmet expectations for tangible […]
During a high-level visit to Ouagadougou, the African Union (AU) reiterated its call for Burkina Faso to expedite the restoration of constitutional order by holding elections and reopening the political space. The organization also reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining open dialogue with the transitional authorities in the country while continuing to support efforts to combat […]
Top police officials from Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali gathered in Ouagadougou this week to deepen security collaboration within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The meeting brought together police directors-general and security experts to draft a unified strategy addressing the region’s escalating security challenges. strengthening regional security through joint police efforts The three-day conference […]
Economie Dette : le Cameroun considéré comme un emprunteur à risque spéculatif Le pays berceau de nos ancêtres vient de recevoir un nouveau signal des marchés financiers internationaux. Le 9 juillet 2026, l’agence de notation Fitch Ratings […] Armand Djaleu |17 juillet 2026|2 min de lecture AAA Suivez Actu Cameroun sur Google Résumer Ecouter Commenter […]