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Leaders Condemn Personal Attacks Against Gabon’s President In a joint press briefing held in Libreville on August 12, prominent political figures from across the spectrum voiced strong opposition to recent personal insults directed at President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema by certain members of the Gabonese diaspora in Europe. Respectful Opposition Takes Center Stage Among the […]
In a significant move to strengthen support systems for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) in Chad, the Association of Feminist Leaders for Access to Rights and Gender Equity in Chad (AFLADEGT) is convening a two-day validation workshop in N’Djamena on August 12-13. The event will focus on reviewing and endorsing a newly completed mapping study […]
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — A new era in regional financial security began this week as Côte d’Ivoire officially handed over advanced facilities to the Intergovernmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA), strengthening the continent’s defenses against illicit financial flows. The inauguration ceremony, held in the presence of key government officials and financial […]
Behind Mali’s staggering military claims The Malian armed forces’ public relations machine has once again rolled out its latest performance. On the 12th of August, 2026, the Directorate of Information and Public Relations of the Armed Forces (DIRPA) delivered its customary statistical spectacle—this time boasting of 1,850 “neutralized” terrorists, 45 destroyed bases, and hundreds of […]
Man in Yaoundé held for presenting forged state decrees to national broadcaster On the morning of june 12 2026, a man named Johann Adriel Sitchom Kuate arrived at the headquarters of Cameroon’s national broadcaster in Yaoundé’s Nlongkak district. He carried documents he claimed had been signed by the president, including what appeared to be a […]
Hull City have made a statement of intent ahead of their Premier League return by completing the signing of 21-year-old central defender Nobel Mendy from LaLiga side Rayo Vallecano. The East Yorkshire club announced the capture of the Senegalese international on a long-term deal, capping a remarkable rise for the young defensive talent. Club sets […]
PoliticsDemocratic Republic of the Congo CNSA’s move to free political prisoners may ease DRC dialogue The National Council for Monitoring the Accord and Electoral Process begins compiling a list of political detainees in Kinshasa, potentially benefiting allies of former president Joseph Kabila ahead of expected national talks. The National Council for Monitoring the Accord and […]
RDC : l’action du CNSA, un apaisement avant le dialogue ? Jean-Noël Ba-Mweze mer. 12 août 2026 à 6:39 PM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. En République démocratique du Congo, une semaine après le lancement du recensement des prisonniers politiques et d’opinion, le Conseil national de suivi de […]
Gabon unlocks FCFA 51 billion to clear domestic debt owed to businesses As Gabon approaches its 66th independence anniversary, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has announced the release of FCFA 51 billion to settle part of the debt owed to local businesses. This initiative aims to bolster small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and revitalize the […]
Regional leadership in migration governance The Moroccan-American scholar Mohamed Daadaoui has highlighted the Kingdom’s pivotal role in preventing irregular migration during a recent discussion in Washington. As a regional leader and international partner, Morocco has earned recognition for its proactive migration policies, which have been widely praised for their effectiveness and transparency. Balancing cooperation and […]
football uefa champions league playoffs lyon to restrict ticket sales for high-stakes champions league playoff against Fenerbahçe Enhanced security measures will be in place at Groupama Stadium for the UEFA Champions League playoff return leg between Lyon and Fenerbahçe. A high-level security meeting is scheduled for this afternoon at the Lyon Prefecture. The purpose: to […]
Sovereignty vs. accountability: The Sahel’s judicial dilemma The announcement by Chad to withdraw from the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) marks a significant development in the evolving political landscape of the Sahel. This decision follows earlier declarations by Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger in 2025, all citing the ICC’s perceived ineffectiveness and […]