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Cameroon stands out as a key beneficiary, commanding nearly 30% of the French Development Agency (AFD) Group’s regional portfolio across Central Africa. The institution’s 2025 activity assessment highlights total outstanding commitments of 949.6 million euros, equivalent to approximately 623 billion FCFA, allocated across 51 active projects. This significant financial volume positions Yaoundé ahead of other […]
With red armbands wrapped tightly around their sleeves, lawyers have intensified their open-ended strike, gathering once again on Monday, July 6, outside Parliament in Rabat. The legal professionals remain resolute in their opposition, branding the proposed law as a democratic setback and demanding its immediate withdrawal. Core concerns driving the protest The black-robed advocates argue […]
The transfer saga is now behind us: Gonçalo Ramos, the Portuguese striker from PSG, has officially signed with AC Milan for a base fee of €74 million. The announcement sent ripples through the Italian football landscape, where Ramos’s performances at the recent World Cup have already captured the nation’s attention—especially after his decisive goal against […]
A rumored government reshuffle without solid evidence, a burgeoning candidacy buzz on social media, a statement taken out of context, followed by an official communiqué partially clarifying the situation. In Cameroon, navigating the political information landscape is far from a simple reading exercise. It often serves as the sole method to distinguish genuine facts, subtle […]
Bradley Barcola, the dynamic French winger currently shining at the World Cup with Les Bleus, may be set for a dramatic departure from Paris Saint-Germain before the summer transfer window closes. With Premier League giants circling, the Parisians appear to have already identified a high-potential replacement—RB Leipzig’s teenage sensation Yan Diomandé. Barcola, 23, remains tight-lipped […]
Dakar — With a smartphone in hand, young athletes in Dakar are honing their skills daily, not on a traditional pitch, but on digital football arenas. eFootball, the mobile football game developed by Japanese studio Konami, has exploded in popularity across West Africa, and Senegal stands at the forefront of this virtual revolution. Football is […]
The strategic town of Amdafock has been recaptured by a joint military operation involving Central African Armed Forces (FACA), Russian mercenary groups including the so-called “Wagner Noirs,” and former rebel fighters from factions such as the UPC, MPC, and 3R. How the offensive unfolded Military sources in Bangui confirm that coordinated air and ground strikes […]
The United Nations Human Rights Investigation Commission for Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has outlined its urgent mission following a critical briefing in Geneva. The independent body, established to examine escalating violence in North-Kivu and South-Kivu provinces, emphasized its commitment to establishing facts, preserving evidence, and preventing further abuses against civilians. Critical mission objectives […]
Following the final whistle of the May 30th clash against Arsenal, a match that saw the Parisian side clinch their second consecutive Champions League title, head coach Luis Enrique had signaled impending squad adjustments. Already, Gonçalo Ramos has departed for AC Milan, and it appears Bradley Barcola could be the next to leave the Campus […]
Breaking News Politique: Bujumbura : opposition et confessions religieuses réunies pour des consultations sur la crise politique en RDC ⠀ ⠀ Sport: D2 Chine: Noël Mbo voit double avec le Guangxi Hengcheng⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Ituri : des réseaux transfrontaliers, des armes détournées des FARDC et des éléments de l’UPDF cités dans l’approvisionnement militaire de la […]
Abidjan, July 5, 2026 – A new political movement, “Alternative crédible” (ACR), has been officially unveiled to the press, positioning itself as a fresh option for the nation. The presentation by its leaders took place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, during a press conference held in Grand-Bassam. During the event, Oxyde Tano, who serves as […]
With the goal of strengthening its squad for the upcoming season, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is actively exploring transfer options under Luis Enrique’s leadership. Among the potential targets is Yan Diomandé, a promising 19-year-old winger whose transfer fee has become a focal point of negotiations. The German club RB Leipzig, however, has set a clear prerequisite […]