Military ascendancy and the abandonment of constitutional legitimacy The recent pronouncements by Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso have intensified scrutiny over the foundations of his authority and the trajectory of the nation since the September 2022 coup. Observers note that his statements no longer leave room for ambiguity—they openly endorse a seizure of power […]
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Cameroun: Nintcheu urges constitutional council to declare power vacancy
In a bold political move, opposition leader Jean-Michel Nintcheu has called on Cameroon’s Constitutional Council to formally recognize a power vacuum at the helm of the state. This call comes as the country marks its 44th day without visible leadership from President Paul Biya, who has been absent from the national territory since June 7. […]
Political tensions in Senegal over touba remarks
In a sharply worded statement, Ibrahima Thiam, leader of the ACT party in Senegal, has publicly condemned Ousmane Sonko’s recent comments, labeling them a serious threat to national unity. Thiam’s critique, published in an opinion piece titled “The dangers of divisive rhetoric: Sonko’s latest misstep”, argues that Sonko’s statements have been widely interpreted as targeting […]
How Gabon reshapes its ties with France without breaking them
Gabon’s president redefines military and economic ties with France during Paris visit The President of Gabon, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, concluded a three-day state visit to France with a clear agenda: rebalance the partnership with Paris without resorting to the confrontational tactics seen elsewhere in Africa. At the center of talks with French President […]
Paris Saint-Germain targets Spain’s World Cup striker Ferran Torres
key insightParis Saint-Germain is racing to secure Spain’s World Cup-winning striker, Ferran Torres, as the summer transfer window intensifies. The French capital club, already in advanced talks, has set a strict deadline for the deal, while Barcelona demands €50 million to release their star player. Paris Saint-Germain’s offensive rebuild takes shape with a high-profile target: […]
Senegal’s diplomatic shift: why Diomaye Faye backs Macky Sall’s un bid
Just three days after welcoming former President Macky Sall at the presidential palace, Senegalese leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye made a bold diplomatic move. On July 20, 2026, he publicly endorsed Macky Sall‘s candidacy for United Nations Secretary-General, deploying the full weight of Senegal’s diplomatic machinery. The announcement framed the endorsement as a national position, marking […]
Burkina Faso’s cotton faces a turning point with India as a new buyer
Facing the challenge of transforming its own cotton output, Burkina Faso is turning its gaze toward India as a potential new market. The transitional authorities have expressed their intention to strengthen trade ties with New Delhi, aiming to diversify export destinations for the country’s prized ‘white gold.’ While this commercial shift is framed as a […]
Cameroon politics: is the presidency vacant during biya’s european stay?
Politics Cameroon politics: is the presidency vacant during Biya’s European stay? In a Monday editorial aired on Radio Tiémeni Siantou, commentator Eric Boniface Tchouakeu raises questions about President Paul Biya’s prolonged private visit to Europe. Armand Djaleu |July 21, 2026|3 minutes read AAA Follow Cameroon politics on Google Summarize Listen Comment In his Monday editorial […]
Cameroun : le pouvoir est-il vacant ?
Politique Cameroun : le pouvoir est-il vacant ? Dans son éditorial politique de ce lundi 20 juillet 2026, dont la version audio a été diffusée sur les antennes de la Radio Tiémeni Siantou […] Armand Djaleu |21 juillet 2026|3 min de lecture AAA Suivez Actu Cameroun sur Google Résumer Ecouter Commenter Publicité Dans son éditorial […]
Cameroon politics: is the presidency vacant?
Politics Cameroon politics: is the presidency vacant? In a fresh political editorial aired on Radio Tiémeni Siantou (90.5 FM in Yaoundé and Bafang) this Monday, commentator Eric Boniface Tchouakeu raises pressing questions about the prolonged private stay of Cameroon’s Head of State in Europe. Armand Djaleu |July 21, 2026|3 minutes read AAA Follow Cameroon politics […]
Ivorian economy: minister highlights government’s growth strategy
The Côte d’Ivoire stands out as one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s fastest-growing economies, and the government is eager to showcase its progress. Souleymane Diarrassouba, Minister of Trade, Industry, and SME Promotion, delivered a detailed account of economic policies implemented over recent years in Abidjan. This presentation, both educational and strategic, aims to reinforce the narrative of […]
Gabon targets 700,000 tonnes of manganese processing by 2031 with Eramet deal
Gabon’s mining sector is poised for a historic shift as French industrial giant Eramet commits to significantly boosting local manganese processing. Under a landmark agreement signed in Paris, Eramet and its subsidiary Comilog have pledged to ramp up onshore transformation capacity to 700,000 tonnes annually by 2031. The signing ceremony, held at the Élysée Palace, […]











