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In a landmark move to bolster constitutional frameworks across Africa, the presidents of Gabon’s and Togo’s constitutional courts have formalized a partnership aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration. The agreement follows a high-level meeting in Libreville, where court chiefs Dieudonné Aba’a Owono and Professor Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley laid the groundwork for shared initiatives and knowledge exchange. The […]
Benin taxi-moto drivers in Kétou to wear uniforms by july The drivers of taxi-moto in Kétou are about to see their profession undergo a significant transformation. Starting soon, they will be required to wear uniforms while on duty. This new regulation, announced by local authorities, aims to enhance urban transport organization, improve passenger safety, and […]
The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has kicked off its summer transfer window with a high-profile exit. After three seasons in the French capital, striker Gonçalo Ramos is set to join Italian giants AC Milan on a long-term deal. PSG is undergoing a significant squad overhaul this summer as coach Luis Enrique looks to rebuild the team […]
From textbooks to street hustle: a student’s battle for education School holidays in N’Djamena are not always synonymous with relaxation. For many students, it’s an opportunity to step into the real world and secure their future. Among them is Léa, a bright high school student from the Kilwiti neighborhood, who has chosen to sell cassava […]
In an era where trust shapes the global economy, Africa is rapidly strengthening its regulatory framework. The Togolese capital will host the third edition of the Compliance & Risk Officers Summit on 8 and 9 July 2026, bringing together over 1,000 experts from across the continent and Europe. Compliance: the cornerstone of African financial governance […]
Senegal’s constitutional reform faces referendum vote President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has announced plans to submit a constitutional reform bill to a national referendum if it is approved by the National Assembly. The reform, championed by the parliamentary majority, aims to rebalance institutional powers and reduce the president’s prerogatives. The announcement was made on […]
Economy Sonara’s 700 billion cfa bluff: a financial maneuver or genuine revival? Seven years after the devastating fire at Sonara, its CEO addressed global media with a bold claim: the company is reborn, backed by a 700 billion cfa financing plan. But is this announcement a strategic move or an attempt to mislead? Armand Djaleu […]
Progress update Nyong-et-Kellé: construction of Malombo bridge access roads nears completion Liliane Ndangue |5 hours ago|3 min read AAA Follow updates on Nyong-et-Kellé Summarize Listen Comment As of June 29, 2026, construction work on the access roads to the Malombo bridge over the Nyong River in Nyong-et-Kellé is entering its final phase. Following the completion […]
Home Bénin Bénin Society Bénin marks 2026 World Refugee Day with renewed protection pledge Natitingou’s youth center hosted the official events for World Refugee Day 2026 on Saturday, June 20, uniting government leaders, UN officials, and displaced communities in a shared commitment to refugee protection. The ceremony, led by Djibril Mama Cissé, Minister of Interior […]
Armed militants linked to Boko Haram carried out a violent raid on a public secondary school in Lassa, Borno State, resulting in the abduction of multiple students during an ongoing biology examination. The attack unfolded just as the school day began, with gunmen storming the premises before seizing a significant number of pupils. Authorities later […]
Politics Cameroon lawmaker pushes for gradual abolition of death penalty Cabral Libii, a Cameroonian lawmaker, is championing the cause of progressive abolition of capital punishment during his participation in the 9th World Congress Against the Death Penalty in Paris. Liliane Ndangue |June 30, 2026|4 min read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment […]
Politics Luther Meka condemns Mamadou Mota’s French as ‘an assault on Ronsard and Lamartine’s language’ Communications director of Cameroon’s ruling party, André Luther Meka, expressed outrage over the language proficiency displayed by Mamadou Mota, Vice-President of the Cameroon Renaissance Movement (MRC), during a recent television appearance. The controversy erupted following Mota’s June 28, 2026 appearance […]