Politique

On Thursday, August 13, facing escalating tensions with the Coalition Article 64 (C64), a significant opposition alliance formed in May by leading political factions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), President Félix Tshisekedi requested that Parliament re-examine the proposed legislation outlining the procedures for a constitutional reform referendum. The C64 coalition asserts that this […]

Tensions have reached a breaking point in Senegal as a fresh dispute erupts over the management of Bassirou Diomaye Faye‘s inherited assets, pitting the nation’s top leadership against each other. At the center of this political storm is the question of who controls the late president’s estate—a matter now dragging the country’s highest authorities into […]

political standoff as senegalese assembly rejects government amendments Tensions escalate as legislative and executive branches clash over financial oversight in Senegal’s National Assembly. The delicate balance of power at Senegal’s National Assembly remains under severe strain. Following heated debates over asset declarations, another intense confrontation erupted between lawmakers and the executive branch during the technical […]

Historical roots of Cameroon’s federal structure Cameroon’s journey toward federalism traces back to its early post-independence years. In the 1960s, the country emerged from colonial divisions that had separated its Anglophone and Francophone regions. The reunification of British Southern Cameroons with French Cameroon in 1961 laid the groundwork for a federal system designed to accommodate […]

Listen to the article Gabon’s political discourse has taken a troubling turn with personal attacks against the family of President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, prompting Deputy Daisy Léance Akinikoussou to draw a clear line in the sand. In a bold statement titled “Enough is enough: dignity cannot be a casualty of politics,” the legislator from […]

Politics Keith Heffern nominated as US ambassador to Gabon: what this means for Libreville Editorial team August 13, 2026 116 No comment Libreville, August 13, 2026 — The selection of Keith Heffern as the next United States ambassador to Gabon signals a strategic shift in Washington’s African diplomacy under President Donald Trump. On August 7, […]

The Democratic Republic of Congo is witnessing a pivotal moment as the National Council for Monitoring the Accord and Electoral Process, known as the CNSA, undertakes a comprehensive review of political and opinion prisoners. This initiative, launched a week ago, is designed to pave the way for an anticipated inclusive dialogue among Congolese stakeholders. An […]

Côte d’Ivoire: Laurent Gbagbo restructures PPA-CI leadership with six key figures Former Ivorian Head of State and PPA-CI President Laurent Gbagbo announced in a press release the restructuring of his party’s leadership, appointing four vice-presidents and a chairman for the Strategic and Political Council (CSP). This move formalizes shared responsibilities under a new collective leadership […]

The controversy surrounding political funds has ignited fierce debates across Senegal’s political landscape. On television studios, social media platforms, and public forums, politicians, former ministers, and lawmakers are locked in heated discussions over a matter that has exploded into the public eye. The core question remains: who, prior to Ousmane Sonko, truly received discretionary envelopes […]

The political landscape in Senegal is currently undergoing a significant transformation. A pronounced rupture has emerged between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his erstwhile close political ally, Ousmane Sonko. Within Sonko’s faction, growing suspicions are being voiced that the President, who recently founded his own political party, might be contemplating a delay to the upcoming […]

Chad The illusion of reconciliation in Chad: how presidential pardon shapes politics President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s recent address marking Chad’s independence anniversary on August 11, 1960, signals a pivotal moment in his governance. Behind the carefully crafted rhetoric of national unity and reconciliation lies a calculated political strategy blending republican resolve with strategic magnanimity […]

In the heart of Kinshasa, political tensions appear to ease as President Félix Tshisekedi signals openness to inclusive negotiations. This shift comes after months of intensified pressure from opposition factions and civil society groups demanding a reset in governance. Observers note a marked change in tone from the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s leadership, raising […]