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Allegations levelled by a military officer against a senior government figure have sent shockwaves through Cameroun. Captain Romuald Effoudou’s explosive claims have thrust Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh, a key presidential advisor, into the spotlight amid mounting scrutiny over alleged misconduct within the administration. What were the accusations against Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh? The captain’s statements, made public […]
Ipswich Town kicks off its Premier League campaign against Sunderland in style at Portman Road on Saturday, August 22, 2026, with kickoff set for 4:00 PM BST. After securing an immediate return to England’s top flight, the Tractor Boys are eager to prove they belong this time around under new manager Gary O’Neil, who takes […]
Click to expand Image On June 15, 2026, air attacks conducted by the Russia-controlled Africa Corps in central Mali resulted in the deaths of eight civilians, including three children, in what appears to be an unlawful assault. My investigation into the incident reveals a blatant disregard for the laws of war. That morning, an aircraft, […]
As Cameroon braces for the 2027 elections, economist Serge Alain Godong offers a blunt assessment of the political landscape Using the lens of game theory and the prisoner’s dilemma, Serge Alain Godong, an economist trained at Sciences-Po Paris and the EHESS, argues that Maurice Kamto’s path to victory in 2018—and likely in the next election—was […]
The newly established institution comprises 25 parliamentarians. These individuals are not chosen through popular elections but are instead appointed by the Head of State or hold their positions as ex-officio members, a category that includes former presidents. Its formation stems from a significant constitutional revision, approved in November 2025, primarily intended to “regulate political life” […]
Spain and Morocco unite to address migration surge at Ceuta and Melilla The escalating migration crisis in Ceuta has solidified strategic cooperation between Spain and Morocco, with Brussels reaffirming Rabat’s pivotal role in migration management while stressing the need for joint border security measures and human trafficking crackdowns. Urgent diplomatic response to Ceuta’s migration pressure […]
The Gabonese government has successfully returned to international financial markets with a $920 million bond issuance, equivalent to over 526 billion CFA francs. The bond features a three-year grace period before repayments begin in 2029, with final maturity in 2033. Proceeds will fund state investment projects and help clear outstanding arrears, as outlined in the […]
Touba — With the Grand Magal of Touba just days away on 2 August 2026, Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, paid a courtesy visit to the holy city. He was received by Serigne Mountakha Mbacké, the General Khalif of the Mouride Brotherhood, in an atmosphere steeped in reverence and spiritual reflection. The meeting […]
Historic milestone reached in Côte d’Ivoire’s territorial planning This week in Abidjan, Dr. Souleymane DiarraSouba, Minister of Planning and Development, led a landmark national workshop to validate the study for Côte d’Ivoire’s National Territorial Development Framework (SNAT CI-2045). The gathering brought together key stakeholders including government officials, prefects, local authorities, technical and financial partners, private […]
Political funds in Senegal: a practice not limited to sonko Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko recently disclosed a political fund allocation of 1.77 billion CFA francs at the National Assembly, sparking renewed scrutiny of a long-standing but opaque financial practice in Senegalese governance. While the revelation has ignited political tensions, it’s important to note that the […]
The recent CEDEAO court ruling on Togo’s constitutional changes has sparked fierce debate in Lomé. While the government dismisses it outright as legally irrelevant, the Association of Victims of Torture in Togo (ASVITTO) has launched a scathing public condemnation, accusing authorities of orchestrating a state-sponsored constitutional coup. Government asserts court lacks jurisdiction Within hours of […]
Days before the annual Grand Magal celebrations in Touba, Senegal’s National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko paid a traditional courtesy visit to the General Khalife of the Mouride brotherhood, Serigne Mountakha Mbacké. Leading a high-profile delegation of lawmakers and key Pastef party figures, he reaffirmed the deep ties between the state and the Mouride community amid […]