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African-led mediation in eastern DRC strengthens with coordinated Lomé push for sustainable peace Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has seen renewed momentum in African-led peace efforts, following a high-level technical meeting in Lomé, Togo. The two-day session, held from June 7 to 8, 2026, brought together regional and international stakeholders to evaluate progress […]
Cameroon’s tax system under scrutiny: the case of Modeste Mopa Fatoing In Cameroon, a high-ranking public servant has taken a bold stand against what he describes as a deeply entrenched system of tax-related corruption. Modeste Mopa Fatoing, former Director-General of Taxes, has become a central figure in a controversy that has exposed alleged irregularities within […]
A Malian journalist has been remanded in custody following his summons before a Bamako court, just days after his public criticism of the ruling junta at a regional media forum. Chahana Takiou, editor-in-chief of the biweekly newspaper *22 Septembre*, was detained on Monday afternoon after appearing before the prosecutor assigned to the cybercrime division. His […]
In Yaoundé, the political heart of Cameroon, surveillance cameras have become a cornerstone of public safety and crime prevention. Strategically deployed across the city, they serve multiple purposes: deterring criminal activity, protecting properties and lives, and optimizing traffic flow. From brazen crimes to safer streets A resident of the Madagascar neighborhood shared a stark before-and-after […]
Algeria continues to demonstrate its commitment to solidarity with African nations in need, reinforcing its role as a regional leader in sustainable development. The latest initiative saw the Prime Minister, Sifi Ghrieb, join Chadian counterpart Allamaye Halina in N’Djamena for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Algerian-Chadian Solidarity Power Plant. With a capacity of 40 megawatts, […]
Niger drug bust exposes West African cocaine smuggling route A high-profile operation in Zinder has uncovered a daring attempt to smuggle 920 grams of cocaine hidden within shipments of second-hand clothing. The operation, conducted on June 5, 2026, led to the arrest of two suspects—a Nigerien resident and a Beninese national—in the Djaguindi district of […]
In a move that underscores the complexities of Sahelian geopolitics, Burkina Faso has recently engaged in a high-level medical exchange with the United States, signaling a nuanced approach to international cooperation despite its public alignment with alternative alliances. On May 14 and 15, 2026, Burkinabe military surgeons traveled to Washington D.C. for an intensive two-day […]
Morocco strengthens UN peacekeeping commitments in Rabat talks Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita met with UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix in Rabat, marking Lacroix’s second official visit this year to discuss Morocco’s evolving role in global peacekeeping efforts. During the meeting, both officials highlighted Morocco’s long-standing strategic commitment to United Nations peacekeeping operations, which […]
With over 400,000 mobile money service points across Ivory Coast—far surpassing the number of ATMs—the country has embraced digital transactions as a daily necessity. Citizens rely on these kiosks to deposit salaries, withdraw funds, and settle payments. Yet, agents managing these services often face a critical challenge: insufficient cash flow, which disrupts operations and frustrates […]
In N’Djamena, a landmark legal battle is unfolding as a man faces prosecution for allegedly selling the same plot of land to multiple buyers while issuing death threats. The High Court is now deliberating on charges of fraud and illegal possession. The defendant is accused of collecting substantial sums from several individuals, with transaction amounts […]
The African Union’s Commissioner for Economic Development, Tourism, Trade, Industry, and Mines, Francisca Tatchouop Belobe, has praised Morocco’s remarkable progress under the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. During a press briefing in Rabat following meetings with Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, Commissioner Tatchouop Belobe highlighted Morocco’s rise as a continental leader in key […]
In Bamako, the political climate has grown increasingly tense as Chahana Takiou, editor-in-chief of the Malian weekly Le 22 Septembre, faces a court summons on June 8, 2026. The prosecutor’s office of the cybercrime unit has ordered his appearance at 1:00 PM, a move widely seen as retaliation for his recent public critiques of the […]