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In a decisive move, the Cameroonian government has revoked the authority of local councils to collect taxes and levies, transferring these powers to the General Tax Directorate. This shift, framed as a measure to curb […]
Moscow’s covert strategies to challenge European dominance in West Africa The shifting geopolitical landscape in West Africa has taken a dramatic turn, with new evidence revealing how Moscow is deploying sophisticated influence networks to undermine […]
Gabon Restructures SEEG Utility to Improve Electricity and Water Services LinkedIn X Email Print Save Gabon announces a sweeping restructuring of SEEG, the national water and electricity operator, aiming to separate its activities and address […]
The summer transfer window has swung open, and Real Madrid is already making headlines by finalizing new acquisitions. Marc Cucurella has officially joined, with Ibrahima Konaté following closely behind. Yet, as the club strengthens its […]
Terrorists strike Ayorou, leaving a trail of violence in Tillabéri The Tillabéri region continues to grapple with relentless armed violence as civilians bear the brunt of insurgent attacks. Early on a Friday morning, the tranquil […]
Abdourahamane Tiani The Nigerien Head of State, General Abdourahamane Tiani, has revoked the citizenship of prominent activist Mariama Djibrine, known publicly as Mayra, in a move that has sent shockwaves through civil society circles. This […]
The Rwandan head of state, Paul Kagame, landed in Lomé on June 15, 2026, for a high-stakes working visit that extends far beyond standard diplomatic protocol. This visit underscores a pivotal moment for Africa’s aviation […]
Tchad Tchad: AMGT strategic documents validated to boost N’Djamena’s growth A landmark workshop in N’Djamena has finalized key strategic documents for the Municipal Agency of Major Works (AMGT), setting the stage for transformative urban development […]
Dakar — The Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has reignited discussions surrounding the country’s public debt, questioning whether portions of the financial commitments inherited from previous administrations could be classified as ‘odious debt.’ […]
Politics Ousmane Sonko comments on 2029 presidential run speculation June 15, 2026 In a recent appearance on France 24, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party and President of the National Assembly, addressed growing speculation […]
A controversial letter that recently surfaced on social media has ignited heated debates across Sénégal. Authored by Juan Branco, a French lawyer and essayist known for defending controversial figures such as Kemi Seba, the document […]
Pastef’s internal debate: no rush to decide on Faye’s fate The political rift within Senegal’s ruling party continues to dominate public discourse. While some members demand the removal of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Ousmane Sonko, […]