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The national road 5 in Cameroon, stretching from the bustling port city of Douala through Bafoussam and extending to Bamenda in the Northwest region, has become a symbol of neglect. Once a vital economic lifeline, this route now carries a grim reputation as one of the country’s most dangerous highways. Decades of inadequate maintenance have […]
The political landscape in Chad has been reshaped following a significant decision by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. On Friday, August 14, 2026, the head of state granted a presidential pardon to Succès Masra, former Prime Minister and leader of the opposition party Les Transformateurs. This clemency measure could pave the way for Masra’s imminent […]
Tchad Chad’s presidential pardon: RNDT-Le Réveil welcomes move toward political openness The RNDT-Le Réveil party has praised the issuance of the presidential pardon decree on August 14, 2026, calling it a positive step toward fostering political dialogue and easing tensions in Chad. Alwihda Info August 14, 2026 — 1 min read Share The RNDT-Le Réveil […]
In a significant development for Chadian politics, former Prime Minister and prominent opposition figure, Succès Masra, received a presidential pardon from Mahamat Idriss Déby on Friday. This act of clemency concludes Masra’s incarceration, where he had been serving a 20-year prison sentence for over a year. A presidential act of clemency The decree, officially signed […]
Senatorial deadlock: Ousmane Sonko rejects all government proposals in key legislative vote Tensions escalate between Senegal’s executive and legislative branches as procedural battles overshadow legislative progress. Power struggles intensify at the National Assembly as lawmakers from the ruling Pastef party systematically reject government amendments to key financial legislation. Following previous clashes over asset declaration requirements, […]
End of a costly legal battle for Air Sénégal Air Sénégal has officially closed a prolonged international dispute with the American leasing firm Carlyle Group over four aircraft returned in 2026. The resolution follows a negotiated settlement that put an end to months of legal confrontation, including two legal proceedings—one in Dakar and another in […]
Tchad Chad’s transport transformation: 66 years on, connecting a vast nation Sixty-six years after gaining independence, Chad faces a critical challenge: structuring its interurban transport network to boost the economy and ensure citizen mobility. 14 août 2026 — 4 min de lecture Partager Sixty-six years following its independence, Chad finds itself at a crossroads. Despite […]
The recent presidential pardon granted to French intelligence agent Yann V. in Mali offers a fresh testament to the effectiveness and discretion of Moroccan diplomacy in navigating complex Sahel crises. By facilitating the release of the agent, who was sentenced to 20 years by Malian military justice last June, Morocco has once again affirmed its […]
The leader of Chad’s opposition movement, Succès Masra, has been granted a full pardon by the country’s transitional president, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. The unexpected decision marks a significant shift in the government’s approach toward political dissent and could signal the beginning of a new era for opposition figures in the nation’s fragile democracy. From […]
Waly Diouf Bodiang has formally concluded his tenure as director-general of the Port Autonome de Dakar following his dismissal by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The handover ceremony took place Thursday, marking the end of a leadership marked by close ties to Ousmane Sonko and early support for the Pastef movement. Heavy rainfall is forecast across […]
Djed Spence has touched down in Italy as the final step in his blockbuster summer transfer from Tottenham Hotspur to Inter Milan. The English international defender arrived in Milan late Thursday night, just hours before his scheduled medical examination with the Serie A giants. The move, valued at a base fee of €31.5 million (£27m), […]
Cameroon has officially rolled out a dramatic reduction in import duties on European goods, slashing tariffs by up to 70% as part of its Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) commitments with the European Union and the United Kingdom. The announcement, confirmed by Finance Minister Louis Paul Motazé, targets a third category of products deemed critical for […]