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Politics Extreme North: Boko Haram releases 35 fishermen held hostage after payment of 2.7 million FCFA ransom Thirty-five fishermen were freed in the early hours of Monday, June 29, 2026, following a successful negotiation that ended their captivity.
Manchester City has finalized the appointment of a new head coach, marking a significant shift in the club’s leadership. The announcement, made public this week, brings an end to the search for a successor to the legendary Pep Guardiola, who stepped down in late May after a decade of unparalleled success. Enzo Maresca, a highly […]
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is making bold moves in the transfer market. The club is stepping up its efforts to strengthen its squad, with a particular focus on Maghnes Akliouche, the young French international. With the tournament in full swing, the 24-year-old midfielder has already made a significant career […]
olympics football: weekly free Ligue 1 match under debate in parliament French lawmakers are reviewing a bill that could revolutionize how football fans watch Ligue 1. At the heart of discussions: a proposal to broadcast one match per week for free on television. Supporters argue this would boost the league’s visibility and curb illegal streaming, […]
Camrail, the concessionaire managing Cameroon’s rail network, has injected approximately 750 billion Central African CFA francs—equivalent to about 1.25 billion US dollars—into the national economy since it began operations in 1999. This milestone was announced by Pierre Ngon, the company’s Chief Executive Officer, during a press briefing held in Douala. Transforming Cameroon’s rail infrastructure and […]
The Emirates Stadium will host an emotional homecoming this summer when Cesc Fàbregas leads Como 1907 onto the pitch as the Italian side prepares for a high-stakes pre-season friendly against Arsenal. The match, scheduled for 12 August at 19:30 BST, marks the return of the Spanish midfielder to North London in a coaching capacity. Fàbregas, […]
The Gabonese government has decided to terminate its Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement (SFPA) with the European Union (EU), which formally expired on June 28, 2026, without renewal. Established initially in 2007 and subsequently renewed in 2014 and 2021, the agreement generated an estimated 17 billion CFA francs for the Gabonese state over five years. However, […]
The Gabonese economy demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2025, achieving a commercial trade surplus of 6.9 billion USD, defying global headwinds that weakened international trade flows. Despite a challenging environment characterized by declining oil prices, disrupted shipping routes, and sluggish global demand, the country maintained strong export performance. The surplus emerged from a net export value […]
In the heart of Cameroon’s Western region, the story of Jacob Nguini stands as a powerful testament to national cohesion and political integration. As the fifth deputy mayor of Bafoussam 1er from 2013 to 2020, Nguini’s journey reflects the country’s commitment to transcending tribal divides and fostering unity. From Abong-Mbang to Bafoussam: a journey of […]
An extraordinary trove of confidential correspondence from Morocco’s embassy in Caracas has exposed a covert operation that reshaped the balance of power in one of Africa’s most enduring conflicts. Dated October 2008, these classified documents reveal how Rabat deployed a sophisticated infiltration strategy to weaken the Polisario Front and counter Algeria’s expanding influence across Central […]