Jean-Martial N’Guessan, Chair of the 2PFJ Board, has urged authorities in Côte d’Ivoire to prioritize an inclusive, participatory, and constructive political dialogue as the nation embarks on critical electoral reforms. The call…
Sahelian military regimes confront mounting internal and external pressures
Across the Sahel-Saharan strip, the political and security landscape is marked by intensifying strain. The military administrations governing Burkina Faso and Niger, key members of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), are…
Benin conference highlights reforms and human-centered growth
Bénin Bénin conference: Church leader urges human-focused reforms for lasting progress In a landmark gathering in Cotonou, religious leaders, policymakers, and civic figures converged at the Institute of Justice and Peace Artisans…
Niger’s diplomatic thaw: ECOWAS and AES seek common ground
PolitiqueNiger Niger’s diplomatic thaw: ECOWAS and AES seek common ground Three years after the military takeover that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, Niger’s ruling junta continues to navigate a strained relationship with ECOWAS,…
Abuja’s unwavering support for the sahrawi republic challenges Morocco’s gas pipeline ambitions
Nigeria’s renewed recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) extends far beyond a routine diplomatic statement. By officially reasserting its commitment to the principles of self-determination, decolonization, and the inviolability of…
Gabon and IMF chart new course with development plan at its core
The relationship between Gabon and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a significant milestone. On July 23rd, in Libreville, government vice-president Hermann Immongault hosted a delegation led by Régis Olivier N’Sondé,…
Cameroon’s economic outlook dims as hilli episeyo departure looms
The countdown has begun for the Cameroonian economy. The Hilli Episeyo, a floating liquefaction unit stationed off the coast of Kribi since 2018, is set to exit national waters in July 2026….
Gabon: alain claude bilie by nze’s lawyers challenge detention over old dispute
POLITIQUE Gabon: the lawyers of Alain Claude Bilie By Nze denounce a detention based on an old dispute Held since April 15th, former Gabonese Prime Minister and prominent opposition figure Alain Claude…
Togo-EU cooperation: outgoing ambassador highlights robust growth
As his diplomatic mission in Togo concludes, European Union Ambassador Gwilym Ceri Jones was received by the President of the Council, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, this Thursday. The occasion provided the diplomat an…
Cameroon: president biya’s extended absence fuels power vacuum concerns
Paul Biya, the world’s longest-serving head of state and leader of Cameroon since 1982, is currently 93 years old. He departed Cameroonian soil 48 days ago, on June 7, for what an…
Niamey to host 2026 nigerien diaspora forum for national development
On July 28 and 29, 2026, Niamey is set to host the second iteration of the Nigerien Diaspora Forum, bringing together Nigeriens residing abroad. Orchestrated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation,…
Yopougon prepares for independent celebration with cross-party unity tour
Abidjan, 24 July 2026 — Yopougon’s deputy mayor, Adama Bictogo, is set to launch an extensive political tour this Saturday, 25 July 2026, engaging grassroots supporters of four political parties within his…