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The broken promise of a second independence Four years ago, the streets of Bamako, Ouagadougou, and Niamey erupted with anti-French chants, celebrating the expulsion of foreign troops and the severing of ties with Western powers. The military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger pledged a new era of self-reliance, vowing to end terrorism and […]
The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is bracing for a dynamic transfer market this summer. Fresh off back-to-back UEFA Champions League victories, the capital club may see several players depart, with winger Bradley Barcola among those likely to leave. Two clubs have emerged as potential destinations for the French international’s next move. With Luis Enrique’s squad set […]
Japan pledges $3 million to fight Ebola outbreak in DRC Burial of an Ebola patient Health June 24, 2026 – 6:11 PM The Government of Japan has announced an emergency aid package of $3 million to support the Democratic Republic of Congo in its fight against the ongoing Ebola virus disease outbreak affecting the North-Kivu […]
Economy Private sector seeks stronger voice in Cameroon’s 2027 budget planning The Cameroonian Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Crafts (CCIMA) convened a high-level meeting on June 24, 2026, bringing together private sector leaders to shape key proposals ahead of the 2027 finance bill. Liliane Ndangue |5 hours ago|1 min read AAA Follow Cameroon business […]
Kinshasa is facing a deepening humanitarian emergency as thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs) from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo struggle to survive in the capital. The crisis has already claimed sixteen lives, with many more at risk due to lack of shelter, healthcare, and basic necessities. The displaced population originates primarily from North Kivu, […]
President Paul Biya of Cameroon has left the country for Switzerland, sparking intense speculation about his health and the timing of his departure. As Africa’s longest-serving leader faces renewed health concerns, the move coincides with growing political activity by his son, Franck Biya, who appears to be positioning himself ahead of potential future leadership transitions. […]
Football Three key factors that could prevent France’s national team from beating Norway The upcoming clash between France’s Bleus and Norway promises high stakes, but several decisive factors could tip the scales in the Scandinavians’ favor. Despite France’s reputation as a football powerhouse, a closer look at recent performances and squad dynamics reveals potential hurdles […]
The government of Bénin has laid out its financial roadmap for the next three years, presenting the 2027–2029 Multi-Year Budget and Economic Programming Document to lawmakers during a key budget orientation debate in Porto-Novo. This strategic framework aims to build on recent economic gains while setting the stage for deeper structural transformation across the country. […]
Tourism sector soars with record-breaking figures In 2025, Morocco welcomed nearly 20 million visitors and raked in 138 billion Moroccan dirhams in tourism revenue. The momentum continued through the first five months of 2026, as revealed during a high-level meeting of the National Tourism Office of Morocco (ONMT) in Rabat. Chaired by the Minister of […]
Eighteen months after the July 26, 2023 coup in Niamey, the bold promises of economic Refoundation and radical reform have collided with the harsh realities of oil management in Niger. At the heart of this power struggle sits Hamadou Tini, the newly appointed Petroleum Minister, whose actions have sparked accusations of blatant conflict of interest […]
Politique Banda Kani denounces Elimbi Lobe’s lack of national political stature In a sharp-tongued interview on June 23, 2026, the National President of the Nouveau Mouvement populaire (NMP) fired a direct salvo at the political commentator Elimbi Lobe, whose recent statements he deemed damaging to national cohesion. Armand Djaleu |4 hours ago|2 minutes read AAA […]
Politics Gabon: how Mayumba reshaped presidential communication 154 views 0 comments The public debate in Gabon has long echoed one persistent critique: since assuming office on August 30, 2023, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has been highly visible in the field, yet noticeably absent from unscripted exchanges with national journalists. His schedule brims with speeches, […]