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Chad’s health authorities initiate a critical three-day immunization campaign targeting polio, vitamin A supplementation, and deworming from June 5 to 7, 2026 Public health leaders in Chad have kicked off an ambitious nationwide campaign to vaccinate children against polio, alongside vitamin A distribution and deworming treatments. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Public Health […]
Nigerian activist Nassirou Bodo was remanded in custody at Niamey’s central prison following a court appearance, according to local reports. The detention follows a police questioning session, though the specific charges remain undisclosed at this stage. Civil society leader Kaka Touda confirmed the arrest on social media, calling for transparency regarding the circumstances of Bodo’s […]
The Military Inter-Armed Schools Group (GEMIA) in Chad has celebrated a landmark event, marking the graduation of its sixth cohort of Enfants de Troupe while honoring top-performing students in a packed ceremony. a ceremony steeped in tradition and ambition Held in N’Djamena, the capital, the event brought together top military and civilian leaders, including General […]
Another successful season concludes for Bradley Barcola at Paris Saint-Germain. While he once again celebrated a Champions League victory with the Parisian club, the dynamic winger did not feature in the final match of Europe’s premier club competition. With just two years remaining on his current deal, Barcola’s future could potentially lie away from the […]
Economy Taxing smartphones: how Cameroon’s fiscal policy undermines its own digital ambitions In nations where digital transformation has thrived, the priority has always been universal connectivity and affordability. Yet Cameroon’s latest policy contradicts this proven approach by imposing a hefty tax on mobile devices. Armand Djaleu | June 4, 2026 | 5-minute read Digital inclusion […]
Bénin and Togo forge stronger partnership through high-level talks On June 3rd, Benin’s leadership highlighted a “friendship and working visit” as part of a fresh regional engagement led by the new Beninese President. Meanwhile, Togo’s government clarified that Romuald Wadagni’s brief trip to Lomé was conducted “at the invitation of President Faure Gnassingbé.” What remains […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a comprehensive analysis examining the independence of central banks across the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. The findings indicate that greater autonomy for central banks correlates with superior inflation control and enhanced resilience against macroeconomic shocks. The study delves into the interplay between fiscal […]
The future of social media in Gabon took center stage at a major international conference on digital regulation. From June 1 to 3, 2026, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, Germain Ngoyo Moussavou, president of the High Authority of Communication (HAC), participated in the Abidjan 2 event. Organized under the auspices of the African Communication Regulatory Authorities […]
In the global arena of public financial management, Bénin has just secured its place among the elite. The latest findings from the Open Budget Survey have catapulted the country to the top of Africa in citizen budget governance and second place worldwide. This milestone is no mere statistical achievement—it is the culmination of a decade […]
Tensions between Senegal’s political leadership and the ruling party, Pastef-Les Patriotes, have reached a critical juncture following Ousmane Sonko’s public rejection of the newly formed government. In a press briefing held in Dakar, the former Prime Minister outlined the reasons behind his party’s decision to withdraw from the executive team led by Ahmadou Alamine Mohamed […]
Politics Gabon’s strategic pivot to strengthen french ties amid shifting africa relations Editorial Team June 4, 2026 81 No comments Libreville, June 4, 2026 – The upcoming state visit of Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to France on July 20 marks more than a routine diplomatic engagement. It signals a deliberate shift in Libreville’s […]
In Kobontafa, a neighborhood directly adjacent to Niamey International Airport, residents are diligently dismantling components of their homes ahead of scheduled destruction. Roofs, doors, and windows are being hastily removed as authorities initiate a sweeping operation targeting structures deemed illegal within the airport’s operational zone. This decisive action forms part of an enhanced security framework, […]