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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 experiencing heightened pressure. This arises from the Burkinabe leadership tightening its grip on its own officials, coupled with a Nigerien rebel faction announcing […]
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 (IAJP) conference, exploring how rule of law and political transitions can fuel stability and sustainable growth across Africa. The July 23, 2026 event […]
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, the regional bloc that vehemently condemned their actions. On July 30, 2023, just four days after the coup against President Mohamed Bazoum, ECOWAS […]
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 colonial-era borders, Abuja delivers a potent political message. This stance directly counters the Moroccan regime’s assertions that the Western Sahara issue is definitively […]
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, an executive director from the Bretton Woods institution. The primary objective of their discussions was to establish the framework for an upcoming financial […]
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. This departure marks the conclusion of the contract between its owner, Golar, and the Société Nationale des Hydrocarbures (SNH). In its economic review […]
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 Bilie By Nze has now endured over 100 days of incarceration. His legal team contends that the charges brought against him stem from […]
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 opportunity to deliver a glowing assessment of a partnership he described as having significantly expanded in both scope and impact. Following his farewell […]
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 official communiqué described as a «short private stay in Europe,» accompanied by his wife, Chantal Biya. The health of Mr. Biya, who frequently […]
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, and Nigeriens Abroad, this significant gathering aims to position the diaspora as a pivotal force in the nation’s economic and social advancement. Under […]
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 constituency. This initiative aligns with preparations for the 66th anniversary of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence, slated for 7 August in this bustling Abidjan commune. […]
Les grands changements à la Primature depuis le départ de Ousmane Sonko La nouvelle administration d’Al Aminou Lô à la Primature a vu une redéfinition des services étatiques, marquée par des transferts de compétences et le renforcement du cabinet, selon le décret n° 2025-1431. Depuis le départ d’Ousmane Sonko de la Primature, le 22 mai […]