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The partnership between Niger and Türkiye reached a new milestone this week during an official visit to Ankara by Nigerien President General Abdourahamane Tiani. This marks his first state visit outside Africa since assuming office, […]
Côte d’Ivoire targets carbon-neutral economy by 2035 Abidjan — On World Environment Day, Côte d’Ivoire reaffirmed its commitment to building a resilient, low-carbon economy that prioritizes environmental protection. This year’s global theme, “Air: Action for […]
Me Moussa Sarr Takes on Justice Ministry Amid Senegal’s Political Crossroads As Senegal navigates a critical phase marked by both institutional expectations and political friction, the appointment of Me Moussa Sarr as Minister of Justice […]
In a bold political maneuver, Moussa Balla Fofana has announced his departure from the PASTEF party while continuing to serve as a minister. This decision marks a significant shift in Senegal’s political arena, raising questions […]
Since its launch in November 2021, Cameroon’s systematic verification of disability and survivor pensions has uncovered irregularities that free up approximately 12 billion FCFA annually. The announcement from Finance Minister Louis Paul Motaze highlights the […]
The provisional detention of Cameroonian opposition figure Djeukam Tchameni has been extended for another six months, a decision swiftly challenged by his legal team. A vocal supporter of Issa Tchiroma Bakary in the October 2025 […]
The Gabonese Ministry of National Education is at the center of a major financial scandal after nearly two dozen officials from the Central Directorate of Financial Affairs (DCAF) were arrested in connection with an alleged […]
Politics Senegal’s Sonko set to attend major Francophonie assembly in Yaoundé Newly elected President of Senegal’s National Assembly confirmed for July 2026 event in Cameroon July 5, 20263 min read Diplomatic debut for Senegal’s new […]
National OHADA Law Excellence Competition 2026: Niamey to host elite student contest June 5, 2026 OHADA Club UAM / FSJP 64 No comments 🇳🇪 Niger OHADA ClubCNEDOcompetitionNiamey Announcement from the OHADA Club at Abdou Moumouni […]
The political tug-of-war over constitutional amendments in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has escalated into a legal confrontation. On June 4, 2026, leaders of the Coalition Article 64 (C64) convened in Kinshasa to […]
The recent renationalization of Eneo in Cameroon has drawn sharp scrutiny from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In its latest assessments published in mid-2026, the Washington-based institution warns that the government’s decision to fully reclaim […]
Geneva-based commodity trader Gunvor is facing fresh criminal scrutiny in Switzerland over a nearly $1 billion oil contract with Gabon. The investigation, led by the Swiss Attorney General’s Office, is examining the award conditions and […]