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Cameroon’s sugar giant Sosucam undergoes leadership transition The country’s leading sugar producer, Sosucam, has entered a new chapter following a major shift in ownership. After decades under the same management, the company is now under new strategic direction, marking a turning point for Cameroon’s agribusiness sector. What led to the change in Sosucam’s ownership? Several […]
The Motards du Faso returned to Ouagadougou on August 11, 2026, after completing a 3,000 km regional motorcycle tour that took them through Burkina Faso, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria. Departing the capital on August 2, the twenty-strong group combined adventure with a mission: raising awareness about road safety and the vital importance of helmet […]
Gabon’s Head of State, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, inaugurated a new annex building for the Chief Command of Penitentiary Security in Libreville on August 13, 2026. Named the ‘General Brigade Building Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Commander-in-Chief of the Republican Guard,’ this three-story facility with 38 offices aims to support the modernization of the penitentiary administration. […]
Summarise Matteo Maillard Sahel correspondent Air transport Russia – Africa Data Africa Corps Vladimir Putin Wagner Alliance of Sahel States Since its emergence on the African stage, the Africa Corps has become a key player in Moscow’s strategy to expand its influence across the Sahel. Beyond its military role, this Russian-backed force now extends its […]
Bénin Benin’s next seven-year government action plan (2026-2033) set for September unveiling The final draft of Benin’s 2026-2033 Government Action Plan is nearing completion, with authorities confirming its official presentation during the political autumn session in September. Strategic pillars of the 2026-2033 action plan The upcoming seven-year roadmap is designed to build on existing reforms […]
Ebola outbreak spreads to sixth province in Democratic Republic of Congo AFP aug. 13, 2026 The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo is intensifying rapidly and has now reached a sixth province in the northern part of the country, raising fears of further spread into neighboring South Sudan. This outbreak is on track […]
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) remains committed to launching the Eco by 2027, yet regional economic disparities suggest not all member states will progress at the same pace. In this evolving landscape, Bénin has emerged as one of the most promising candidates to participate in an initial phase of monetary integration. The […]
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has been away from Yaoundé since June 7, 2026, initially described by the civil cabinet as a brief private stay. What was meant to be a fleeting absence has stretched into a 66-day gap, with no official updates on his whereabouts or health. The prolonged silence has left regional observers and […]
Once overshadowed by Africa’s major tourist hotspots, Benin is now emerging as a rising star in West African travel. Over the past decade, the government has channelled nearly €2 billion into upgrading cultural attractions, historical sites, and hospitality infrastructure. The results speak volumes: the country is experiencing a surge in regional visitors, with Nigeria‘s massive […]
The Bénin passport has surged to the forefront of African travel freedom, embodying a bold strategy of openness and technological advancement. In recent years, this West African travel document has climbed the ranks in continental mobility assessments, earning a reputation as one of the most powerful passports on the continent for intra-African movement. How the […]
Algerian prime minister visits Niger to inaugurate Kafra South-East 1 drilling project The Algerian Prime Minister, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in Agadez, Niger, on Thursday, entrusted with a high-level mission by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. His visit centers on the official launch of the Kafra South-East 1 exploration well drilling operations, a joint venture between […]
historic drilling project launches in Niger’s Kafra basin With the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Kafra South-East 1 exploratory well, Algeria and Niger have marked a pivotal moment in their strategic energy partnership. The event, held in northern Niger, underscores a deepening collaboration between the two nations in the hydrocarbon sector. Strategic energy initiative kicks […]