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Society Cameroon legal proceedings: village chief and eight others jailed for Steve Diffo murder case The Superior Chief of Baloum and eight co-defendants have been formally charged and remanded in custody following the tragic deaths of two young men in Cameroon’s West Region. Marturin ATCHA |3 hours ago|2 minutes read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on […]
Benin’s official emergency and assistance short numbers list released by ARCEP The Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et de la Poste (ARCEP) in Benin has updated and published a comprehensive list of short emergency and assistance numbers. This initiative aims to streamline access to critical services for citizens, ensuring faster and more efficient responses […]
Politics Gabon celebrates national day for retirees and elderly citizens By Editor-in-chief June 26, 2026 155 No comment Libreville, June 26, 2026 — For generations, retirees and elderly citizens have been the backbone of Gabon’s institutions, shaping its administration, maintaining state continuity, and mentoring younger generations. Yet, despite their invaluable contributions, they often find themselves […]
Mason Greenwood’s future hangs in the balance as Marseille faces financial pressure The Olympique de Marseille is under mounting financial strain, forcing the club to consider selling Mason Greenwood, a highly sought-after English striker. With the transfer window looming, multiple top European clubs—including AS Roma, Atlético de Madrid, and Fenerbahçe—are monitoring the situation closely. The […]
U.S. slaps sanctions on Rwandan firm linked to illegal gold trade in DRC Washington has imposed sanctions on a Rwandan gold refining company and its director, accusing them of facilitating the illegal extraction and resale of gold from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)—a trade reportedly funding the M23 rebel group amid ongoing tensions in […]
Surge in attacks leaves communities vulnerable in Rutshuru Tensions in the Rutshuru territory of North Kivu have escalated sharply, with local humanitarian groups reporting a wave of violence that claimed lives, led to kidnappings, and disrupted daily life between Tuesday and Wednesday, June 24. At least ten people were abducted, two were killed, and property […]
Maxence Lacroix, the dynamic French defender, is on the brink of a career-defining transfer to Chelsea following the World Cup 2026, where he made his debut for France. After impressing in his debut season with Crystal Palace since joining in 2024, Lacroix earned a surprise call-up to Didier Deschamps‘ squad for the upcoming World Cup. […]
Economy Gabon’s credit rating: Moody’s cautious optimism with a negative outlook By Editor-in-Chief June 26, 2026 164 No comment Libreville, June 26, 2026 — Moody’s latest evaluation of Gabon’s sovereign credit rating has sparked widespread discussion, though many interpretations oversimplify the agency’s stance. Rather than a blanket condemnation, the assessment reflects a nuanced approach: Gabon’s […]
The buzz of the World Cup has done more than captivate global audiences—it has acted as a catalyst for fresh economic alliances. In the heart of this international spectacle, Atlanta and Morocco have taken a decisive step to deepen their financial and industrial collaboration through a newly signed agreement. This landmark protocol was formalized between […]
Economie Gabon ends SEEG monopoly with new water and electricity firms 168 Libreville, June 26, 2026 – For nearly three decades, Gabon’s Société d’Énergie et d’Eau du Gabon (SEEG) stood as the sole manager of the nation’s critical water and electricity services. That era has now concluded. In a decisive cabinet meeting on June 25, […]
In a move that could reshape the Bundesliga landscape, Borussia Dortmund appears poised to secure a blockbuster signing before the transfer window closes. According to insider reports from the Kosovar media landscape, the Black and Yellows are finalizing the acquisition of Fisnik Asllani, a dynamic forward currently plying his trade at TSG Hoffenheim. Asllani’s impending […]
Ebola outbreak in DRC: Africa CDC hails France’s no travel restrictions pledge Health worker in INRB laboratory Health Friday, June 26, 2026 – 09:56 Africa CDC Director General Jean Kaseya confirmed today that he received a constructive exchange with France’s Health Minister Stéphanie Rist regarding the confirmed case of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease imported into […]