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Society Yaoundé bids farewell to Alexis Dipanda Mouelle in solemn body retrieval Thursday, June 25, 2026 marked a moment of national reflection in Yaoundé. The morgue at the General Hospital became the center of attention as dignitaries gathered to observe the final respects for a distinguished legal figure. Laurent Esso, special envoy of President Paul […]
Gabon is accelerating its industrial development by leveraging strategic partnerships with European counterparts. The initiative took center stage during the recent Industry Forum in Libreville, where high-level officials, business leaders, and European investors convened at the Chamber of Commerce to discuss key priorities in local transformation and economic diversification. The event, running through June 26, […]
Cameroon’s economic outlook remains bleak, warns GECAM leader On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the President of Cameroon’s Business Group (GECAM) delivered a sobering assessment of the country’s economic challenges, highlighting critical setbacks. Armand Djaleu |1 hour ago|3 minutes read AAA Follow Cameroon Business Group on Google Summarize Listen Comment On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the […]
Cameroon mourns high-ranking judicial figure in solemn farewell Cameroon’s Minister of Justice and Keeper of the Seals, Laurent Esso, paid respects this Thursday at the Yaoundé General Hospital morgue, where the final farewell ceremony took place for Alexis Dipanda Mouelle, First President of the Supreme Court of Cameroon. Cameroon staff |5 hours ago|1 minute read […]
The Benin’s Interior and Public Security Minister, Djibril Mama Cisse, continued his nationwide security assessment tour this week, making stops in Kandi and Parakou to engage directly with law enforcement officers and gather firsthand insights on operational realities. During the visit, the minister and his delegation inspected critical security hubs, including the Special Multipurpose Intervention […]
Market disruptions reveal deeper economic tensions in Burkina Faso For residents of Ouagadougou, the simple pleasure of enjoying a beer with friends after work has become increasingly difficult to fulfill. Over recent months, beer supplies have dwindled, shelves have emptied faster than usual, and prices have surged. This scarcity has not only frustrated consumers but […]
The latest economic reports from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) may boast an average inflation rate of 0.0% across the region, but this figure is little more than a mirage for households in the Sahel. While coastal nations breathe a sigh of relief, Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—members of the Alliance of […]
This initiative reflects a shared ambition to build a lasting strategic framework between the two nations. Inspired by the historic Elysee Treaty between France and Germany, the proposed agreement aims to establish a similarly robust foundation for future cooperation. While the newly formed joint commission will not negotiate the treaty itself—that task remains with the […]
In a strategic diplomatic push, Mauritania has twice dispatched high-level envoys to Yaoundé within a week to secure Cameroon’s endorsement for Coumba Bâ’s candidacy for Secretary-General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF). The latest visit on June 24 saw Mauritania’s Environment Minister, Bessouda Mohamed Laghdaf, deliver a sealed letter from President Mohamed Ould […]
The summer transfer window is heating up for Olympique de Marseille as they finalize the departure of Mason Greenwood. With no Champions League football next season, the club faces financial constraints that make selling Greenwood inevitable. The English striker, with his high market value, now has multiple clubs vying for his signature, but OM is […]
This Wednesday, the President of the Republic, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, formally welcomed five newly accredited ambassadors, marking a significant step in Libreville’s efforts to expand its international footprint. The diplomatic ceremony underscored the administration’s commitment to positioning Gabon as a key player in addressing pressing global challenges—particularly in economic growth, environmental sustainability, and geostrategic […]
At an international gathering in Geneva, Morocco took center stage to underscore the far-reaching consequences of corruption on fundamental human rights. The event unfolded against a backdrop of growing global recognition of how systemic graft undermines democratic institutions and erodes societal trust. Against the framework of the Human Rights Council‘s evolving resolutions, particularly the landmark […]