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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 […]
Le Niger a franchi une nouvelle étape dans le déploiement du passeport biométrique de la Confédération des États du Sahel (AES). Jeudi 16 Juillet 2026, au Palais de la Présidence à Niamey, le président Abdourahamane Tiani s'est fait enrôler pour l'obtention de ce nouveau document de voyage, selon les autorités nigériennes. Cette opération intervient quelques […]
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 […]
Gabon’s Camp De Gaulle is no longer a French military base, as confirmed by Ambassador Fabrice Mauriès during his 14 July address in Libreville. His remarks underscored the final stages of a strategic shift in Franco-Gabonese defense cooperation, marking a turning point in the bilateral relationship. The transformation of the site reflects a co-constructed adaptation […]
The Cameroonian government is stepping up efforts to combat fraud in the gold industry, with strict new controls set to launch on August 1 to strengthen tax collection and customs revenue. This crackdown aims to address a persistent issue: the gap between reported gold production and actual volumes. Authorities estimate that around 17.17 tonnes of […]
Le Maroc signe 14 accords de coopération avec la France Rédaction Africanews ven. 17 juillet 2026 à 9:45 AM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. La France et le Maroc ont signé jeudi 14 accords de coopération à l’occasion de la visite de deux jours du Premier ministre Sébastien […]