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Politics Luther Meka condemns Mamadou Mota’s French as ‘an assault on Ronsard and Lamartine’s language’ Communications director of Cameroon’s ruling party, André Luther Meka, expressed outrage over the language proficiency displayed by Mamadou Mota, Vice-President of the Cameroon Renaissance Movement (MRC), during a recent television appearance. The controversy erupted following Mota’s June 28, 2026 appearance […]
The European Union and Benin have reaffirmed their commitment to a strengthened partnership spanning economic development, security, and sustainability. This high-level meeting between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Beninese President Romuald Wadagni in Brussels on June 24, 2026, underscores the depth of cooperation between the two entities. Central to their discussions was […]
DR Congo battles Ebola spread as fourth province falls ill Health crisis. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Ebola outbreak has now reached a fourth province, with Haut-Uélé in the northeast reporting its first cases. Health authorities confirm 1,274 infections and 360 deaths since the outbreak was declared in May, with Ituri remaining the […]
Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo faces ‘exceptionally severe’ violence, warns UN A United Nations investigative panel has raised urgent concerns about exceptionally severe violence unfolding in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The committee disclosed harrowing accounts of sexual violence, unlawful executions, and forced child recruitment following a closed-door session in […]
Fans left waiting for free Ligue 1 action The dream of watching Ligue 1 matches for free on television has been dashed. On Monday evening, the National Assembly rejected an amendment that would have allowed one Ligue 1 game to be broadcast openly each matchday. This proposal, which had been approved in committee weeks earlier, […]
The Republic of Gabon is currently hosting a pivotal three-day review in Libreville, where international experts, national authorities, and local institutions are assessing the country’s anti-corruption measures under the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) second-cycle evaluation. This mission, which began on June 29, marks a significant step in reinforcing the governance framework of the […]
Endeavour Mining, operator of over a quarter of Côte d’Ivoire’s gold output, unveiled its first country impact report spanning 2021-2025 during an official Abidjan ceremony on June 29, 2026. Titled “Creating Tangible Value”, the document outlines the company’s substantial economic footprint in the West African nation. Massive financial injection into Côte d’Ivoire’s economy The Abidjan-based […]
Politics Gabon’s SEEG crisis: President Oligui Nguema prioritizes dialogue over confrontation By Chief Editor June 30, 2026 145 No comment At the Jean Violas training center in Owendo, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema spent nearly three hours engaging directly with SEEG employees—a rare move in addressing Gabon’s water and electricity crisis. Instead of issuing formal […]
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is taking bold steps to safeguard its vast mineral resources by establishing a specialized mining security force. In collaboration with a private partner, the government plans to train and deploy 20,000 agents tasked with securing major mining operations, overseeing artisanal mining activities, and enhancing the traceability of mineral exports. […]
Tensions have flared within Senegal’s political leadership following the adoption of a constitutional reform bill. Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, has publicly challenged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, accusing him of abandoning core principles he once championed while in opposition. The constitutional amendments, which passed through the National Assembly, were developed over more than […]
The conclusion of the Gabon Economic Forum (GEF) has brought renewed focus to one of the most pressing economic challenges facing the nation: the substantial debt owed by the government to private enterprises. Alain‑Claude Kouakoua, President of the Gabonese Business Federation (FEG), highlighted this issue during his address, emphasizing its critical impact on the country’s […]
The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) transfer market has been buzzing with activity, with both arrivals and departures on the horizon. While the club looks to bolster its squad following back-to-back UEFA Champions League triumphs, some players may be contemplating exits. Among them is Bradley Barcola, whose potential move could be accelerated by growing tensions with manager […]