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Key figures and political entities In the Democratic Republic of Congo’s dynamic political landscape, several prominent individuals and organizations frequently emerge in discussions, particularly concerning significant legislative processes like the recently returned referendum law: Moïse Katumbi Félix Tshisekedi UDPS (Union for Democracy and Social Progress)
Barcelona issues 48-hour ultimatum for Rodri’s €80m Manchester City transfer Mercato Rodri FC Barcelone Manchester City Premier League LaLiga FC Barcelona has imposed a strict 48-hour deadline to finalize the blockbuster transfer of Manchester City midfielder, Rodri. The Spanish international has already communicated his desire to join Barça to his current club, with President Joan […]
In a significant boost to humanitarian efforts in North Kivu, Alain Akpadji, the Representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), officially delivered a fully equipped, state-of-the-art ambulance to the Oicha General Reference Hospital. This vital vehicle is specifically designated for the maternity and obstetrics department, ensuring the swift and free transfer of medical emergencies […]
Libreville, Friday, August 14, 2026 – As Gabon approaches its 66th independence anniversary celebrations, the nation’s public debate is experiencing a renewed surge of tension. Over recent days, institutional leaders, political organizations, community activists, and media representatives have voiced strong condemnation regarding a series of comments deemed offensive or defamatory. These remarks specifically target President […]
The announcement came with the customary solemnity reserved for acts of state sovereignty: Malian transitional leader General Assimi Goïta granted a presidential pardon to Yann Vézilier, the French intelligence officer detained in Bamako a year prior. After being handed a harsh 20-year prison sentence in June for alleged attempts to destabilize the nation, the shadow […]
DRC health workers demand urgent payment amid Ebola crisis The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has urgently called on Congolese authorities to compensate and protect health workers battling Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The plea comes as the country faces its 17th Ebola outbreak since May, with underfunded health systems struggling […]
Borussia Dortmund has officially ceased its pursuit of highly sought-after talent Said El Mala, following FC Cologne’s rejection of a substantial transfer bid exceeding €50 million. The Bundesliga powerhouse confirmed it will not present an improved offer for the promising young player, as negotiations between the two German clubs ultimately broke down. Dortmund ends El […]
Hermann Boko Mawunyo Political correspondent covering Senegal Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye A fresh political storm is brewing in Senegal, this time centered on the declaration of assets by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The controversy has intensified as Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko faces mounting pressure to clarify his own financial declarations, raising questions about transparency […]
International Cameroon’s president in switzerland for 65 days: what power dynamics are unfolding Paul Biya’s prolonged absence from Yaoundé raises questions about governance from Geneva. Opposition voices grow louder as the president’s health and succession remain uncertain. Share this article Bookmark this page Geneva: the new nerve center of Cameroonian power? Since June 7, President […]
The judicial saga surrounding the 1998 assassination of Burkina Faso’s prominent journalist Norbert Zongo and his three companions has taken yet another unexpected turn. A fresh legal maneuver has once again postponed the long-awaited trial, this time through a cassation appeal filed by the defense team of one of the accused individuals. Legal maneuvering stalls […]
The inauguration of a state-of-the-art annex for Gabon’s Direction générale des Contre-Ingérences et de la Sécurité militaire (DGCISM), commonly known as the « B2 », marked a pivotal moment in the country’s intelligence and security infrastructure. On August 13, 2026, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema presided over the ceremony, unveiling a three-story facility spanning 900 […]
The political storm triggered by Morocco’s Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi’s statements on Ceuta and Melilla shows no sign of abating in Madrid. Since the July 30-31 migration surge toward Ceuta, Ouahbi’s remarks about the disputed status of the two enclaves have reignited a heated debate in Spanish political circles. Political fallout intensifies over Moroccan minister’s […]