By Martin Ngu — Journalist
Category: Le Monde Afrique
Tshisekedi and Sassou Nguesso seal Makotipoko de-escalation deal in Brazzaville
Africa Tshisekedi and Sassou Nguesso seal Makotipoko de-escalation deal in Brazzaville During a visit to Brazzaville, President Félix Tshisekedi and his counterpart Denis Sassou Nguesso defused tensions after the Makotipoko border incident,…
Gabon: First national day for retirees puts aging on the policy map
A national commitment to older citizens Gabon has taken a decisive step toward recognizing its older population. On 1 October 2026, Libreville hosted the first National Day for Retirees and Older Persons,…
Senegal’s budget vote: the backlash and what lies ahead for the Pastef majority
Article reserved for subscribers Senegal’s budget vote: the backlash and what lies ahead for the Pastef majority The 2026 revised finance bill now before parliament has pushed the projected budget deficit to…
Mali : a rare-scale jihadist raid on the Dioura camp kills dozens of soldiers and Russian mercenaries
Between 50 and 80 Malian soldiers and members of Africa Corps, the structure that replaced Wagner, lost their lives on Thursday 10 September during a jihadist assault on the Dioura military camp,…
Continue the course: Senegal’s prime minister tightens methods in policy address
In an extraordinary session of the National Assembly on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Prime Minister Ahmadou Alhaminou Mohamed Lo delivered his General Policy Declaration (DPG), as required by Article 55 of the…
Maroc azrou college that shaped berber elite
Azrou college: how Morocco’s educational experiment shaped a berber elite Nestled in the Middle Atlas mountains, the former Collège Berbère d’Azrou stands as a silent witness to one of Morocco’s most ambitious…
New eight-lane road in Kinshasa to ease traffic congestion
major infrastructure Kinshasa unveils Étienne Tshisekedi boulevard: a new eight-lane artery for the capital Kinshasa is set to gain a vital new roadway designed to significantly ease traffic flow in one of…
Traditional leaders in Benin: trust and political neutrality in focus
In Benin, traditional leaders occupy a pivotal role in society, deeply rooted in the country’s cultural and historical fabric. Recognized by both local communities and state institutions, they serve as custodians of…
Cocoa farmers in Cameroon seek brighter prospects amid challenges
Farmers in Cameroon’s cocoa sector are navigating a turbulent landscape marked by fluctuating global prices, climate pressures, and logistical hurdles, yet they remain determined to secure a sustainable future for their crops….
Gabon turns away from France: 78% hold negative views
In a stark shift, public sentiment in Gabon toward France has plummeted to historic lows. The latest Afrobarometer findings reveal that 78% of surveyed Gabonese citizens view French influence as unfavorable, a…
Senegal’s economic slump amid political gridlock demands urgent truce
The dawn of a new political era in Senegal brought with it high hopes for economic revival, following nearly three years of turmoil triggered by pre-presidential election tensions in April 2024. Initiatives…