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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 […]
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 […]