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Politics Shanda Tonme: ‘No Cameroonian leader has faced such an intractable situation’ The Universal Mediator and head of the Independent Commission Against Corruption and Discrimination (COMICODI) delivers a stark assessment of Cameroon’s current political landscape. Armand Djaleu |56 minutes ago|4 minutes read AAA Follow Cameroon news on Google Summary Listen Comment Cameroon’s existential crisis: evaluating […]
Economy Gabon demands concrete results from debt-financed projects By Editor-in-Chief July 1, 2026 98 No comment Libreville, July 1, 2026 – The Gabonese government has adopted a firmer stance. Alarmed by persistent delays in key infrastructure projects funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB), officials are now insisting on tangible outcomes to justify these financial […]
The Ministry of Housing and Transportation has granted civil engineers in Benin an additional 30 days to complete their registration with the National Order of Civil Engineers of Benin. This decision, announced by Minister Georges Alé, applies to professionals across the country, whether based locally or abroad. Who can register? The extended registration period targets […]
Politics Why football debates overshadow Cameroon’s real crises In a nation where months-long government reshuffles remain pending, public discourse should not be hijacked by sporting controversies. Armand Djaleu | July 1, 2026 | 6 min read A A A Summarize Listen Comment Football debates mask deeper Cameroonian crises Cameroon’s national football team failed to qualify […]
When authoritarian regimes systematically silence dissent and shutter independent media, they inevitably face an equally critical challenge: the economic independence of their citizens. The pattern is clear in historical dictatorships—total control requires not only dominating thought but also dictating how people survive and earn a living. Mali’s military-led transition has just taken this predictable turn. […]
Burkina Faso is at the center of a heated debate following the announcement of a proposed embassy dedicated to extraterrestrials, an initiative intended, according to its proponents, to bolster national sovereignty. The announcement, which has sparked widespread discussion across social media, has drawn both skepticism and criticism from various quarters. Detractors argue that in a […]
The Government of Bénin has launched an innovative malaria vector control program blending artificial intelligence, geospatial mapping, and drone-based larvicide spraying. Funded by Japan to the tune of $2.3 million with support from UNICEF, the initiative targets six key municipalities where malaria remains a persistent health and economic burden. This groundbreaking approach marks a shift […]
In a bold stance on the ongoing constitutional reform debate, the PDS has called on Senegalese citizens to vote « No » in the upcoming referendum, sharply criticizing the proposed changes and their perceived architect, Ousmane Sonko. The Senegalese Democratic Party (PDS), led by Karim Wade, acknowledged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s initiative to engage the […]
When Ruben Amorim took charge at AC Milan, the Portuguese tactician made an immediate statement. The Rossoneri have shattered their transfer record to secure the services of international striker Gonçalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain, finalizing the deal for a reported £60 million (€70 million) before the summer window closed. The 25-year-old attacker has committed to […]
Bradley Barcola’s future at PSG hangs in the balance as clubs circle The young French winger Bradley Barcola is enjoying a dream season with Paris Saint-Germain, securing both a Ligue 1 title and a Champions League triumph. Now, as the FIFA World Cup 2026 unfolds, Barcola has become a key asset for Didier Deschamps’ France […]
Gabon advances security programming law to modernize national police The Gabonese government has taken a decisive step toward strengthening national security by adopting a five-year security programming bill in the Council of Ministers. This landmark initiative, unveiled during the June 25 session, follows closely on the heels of last year’s military programming law, signaling a […]
The Moroccan Minister of Transport and Logistics, Abdessamad Kayouh, engaged in high-level discussions with Cheikh Hamoud Mubarak Al-Sabah, Head of the Kuwaiti Civil Aviation Authority, in Rabat to deepen bilateral aviation ties. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the 29th General Assembly of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization, focused on strengthening air navigation safety […]