Politique

Current detention conditions of Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze in Gabon The former Prime Minister of Gabon, Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, remains behind bars under conditions that have raised concerns among observers. Reports from detention facilities indicate a regime that combines strict security measures with limited access to basic amenities. His detention follows a series of political events that have […]

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The dream of building a modern Fifth Republic in Gabon faces an unexpected obstacle: the collapse of its media sector. Print journalism in retreat, online outlets struggling for survival, dwindling advertising revenue, restricted access to public information, and the disappearance of once-thriving publications—this isn’t just an economic crisis. It’s a democratic one.

For a native of Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon, the city’s transformation over two decades is a source of pride. « Yaoundé is no longer the place I knew as a child, » recalls Mbarga Obama, now in his nineties. « The skyline has shifted dramatically, with modern infrastructure reshaping the heart of what was […]

The constitutional reform proposal championed by President Félix Tshisekedi has ignited sharp divisions within the Democratic Republic of Congo’s religious sphere. While Pentecostal churches endorse the initiative, the Catholic Church is urging caution and protection of democratic achievements. This ideological split deepens as the constitutional revision process advances, with national legislators having already endorsed the […]

Ethical questions loom large over Morocco’s political landscape as the intersection of wealth and governance takes center stage. Gone are the days when corporate contributions to election campaigns operated in the shadows—today, business figures, their relatives, and even spouses are securing elective offices directly. This shift has ignited debates about the integrity of democratic processes […]

Politics Gabon and EU forge stronger partnership beyond aid By Editor-in-Chief June 9, 2026 112 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, June 9, 2026 — The strategic dialogue held in Libreville between Gabon and the European Union marks a turning point in bilateral relations. Against the backdrop of the Fifth Republic established after the April 2025 presidential […]

The staggering scale of mismanagement: over 26 trillion FCFA allegedly diverted in Cameroon In a scathing public address, Cameroonian public figure Issa Tchiroma Bakary has laid bare what he describes as systemic looting of the nation’s wealth, citing staggering figures across multiple sectors. From gold and oil to timber, fraudulent contracts, and institutionalized graft, the […]

renewed french military ties in Tchad: does Déby gamble with his sovereignist credibility? The mid-2026 developments have reignited national debate over security alliances and their political fallout. AAA The mid-2026 disclosure that French military officers have quietly returned to N’Djamena since April has sparked intense national debate. While Paris insists no permanent redeployment is planned, […]

In mid-May 2026, an incident in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s National Assembly spotlighted the entrenched sexism women legislators continue to confront. A widely circulated video showed Micheline Mpundu, a member of parliament, concluding her statement before stepping down from the podium. As she spoke, Christophe Mboso, the second vice-president temporarily presiding over the […]

Politics urgent call to convene Cameroon’s top judicial body The political landscape shifts as judicial independence faces critical tests Armand Djaleu |5 hours ago|3 min read A A A Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment Judicial paralysis grips Cameroon as top magistrate body remains dormant In a political editorial aired Monday on Radio […]

Mehdi Ba Senegal specialist reporter Pastef Senegal’s hidden debt Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye Navigating political power: Faye’s legislative independence questioned The recent political shifts in Dakar have sparked intense debate over whether President Bassirou Diomaye Faye can assert full legislative authority without the backing of his party, the Pastef movement. As the head of […]