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Tchad: how public mismanagement challenges divine justice Recent statements from the Head of State, who blames Allah for the regime’s failures and invokes divine fear to control citizens, strike a discordant note amid the daily hardships endured by the population. In Chad, faith and spirituality are pillars of resilience, but when they are manipulated to […]
urgent call for moroccan filmmaker and rapper el mahdi lyoubi’s immediate release 28/07/2026 Open letter Morocco en fr Human rights defenders Since his detention on July 13, 2026 following a travel ban whose reasons remain undisclosed, Moroccan filmmaker and musician El Mahdi Lyoubi has become a focal point in a troubling debate over artistic freedom […]
Allegations surface of Burkina Faso’s transitional leader directing online harassment campaign The head of Burkina Faso’s military-led government stands accused of orchestrating a digital militia aimed at silencing critical voices, particularly journalists. Reports highlight a coordinated network accused of spreading disinformation and targeting media professionals through coordinated online attacks. New accusations against Captain Ibrahim Traoré […]
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 titled “The use of generalizations as a strategy: Sonko’s latest misstep”, Ibrahima Thiam argues that Sonko’s remarks were perceived as targeting Touba and, […]
Abidjan, 16 juillet 2026 – Le vice-président de l’Internationale libérale et ministre des Ressources animales et halieutiques, Sidi Touré, et la directrice régionale Afrique de l’Ouest de la Fondation Friedrich Naumann (FNF), Alexandra Heldt, ont lancé un plaidoyer pour une nouvelle approche du partenariat Afrique-Europe sur les questions migratoires. « La migration n’est pas d’abord […]
Politics Filmmaker Jean-Pierre Bekolo: “Cameroon is already in chaos without Paul Biya” In his latest opinion piece, filmmaker Jean-Pierre Bekolo paints a bleak picture of a Cameroon stripped of President Paul Biya’s influence. He argues that without Biya’s symbolic authority, the country’s power structures would collapse into unmanageable disorder. Liliane Ndangue |July 16, 2026|7 min […]
Gabon: why Yves Fernand Manfoumbi advocates for a ‘state doctrine’ to rebuild the nation Gabon’s rebirth cannot be achieved through superficial fixes. This is the bold message delivered by Yves Fernand Manfoumbi, former Director-General of the Budget and ex-minister, in a recent Facebook statement. The veteran technocrat insists the country must abandon short-term reactions to […]
Politique Démocratie: le problème de l’Afrique, selon Salomon Beas Pour l’ancien militant du MRC Salomon Beas, avoir des leaders politique à la tête de partis qui n’ont pour seule ambition devenir président de la […] Liliane Ndangue |16 juillet 2026|3 min de lecture AAA Suivez Actu Cameroun sur Google Résumer Ecouter Commenter Pour l’ancien militant […]
Modou Mbaye, a prominent public figure in Sénégal, has publicly praised Ousmane Sonko on his birthday, describing him as a rare example of an honest politician whose actions reflect unwavering dedication to the nation’s interests. In a heartfelt social media tribute, Mbaye emphasized Sonko’s transparency and selfless leadership, urging young people in Sénégal to prioritize […]
Abdourahmane Diouf, the president of the Awalé party, took to social media to criticize his rival, Ousmane Sonko, after a heated exchange between the two at a recent gathering in Touba. Diouf’s message was straightforward and unapologetic, accusing Sonko of lacking the intellectual rigor and leadership skills necessary for the role of president of the […]
Babacar Bâ, who leads the Forum du justiciable, has once again voiced strong criticism, pointing out what he perceives as a glaring inconsistency in former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s statements regarding the transparency of political funds. In a recent public declaration, the human rights advocate underscored that Sonko, who now champions integrity and sound governance, […]
SenePlus TV Achille Mbembe : « La démocratie n’a jamais véritablement existé en Afrique » Achille Mbembe démonte plusieurs idées reçues sur l’Afrique. De la démocratie au franc CFA, en passant par les régimes d’Afrique centrale et les réparations, le philosophe camerounais livre une analyse sans concession. 12/07/2026 9h47 ID 1006528 Publication 12/07/2026 […]