Niger’s questionable $1.9 billion deal: a refinery project fraught with opacity

In a relentless pursuit of nationalist display and short-term political victories, Nigerien authorities have crossed a particularly alarming threshold. By signing a colossal $1.9 billion agreement with the enigmatic Zimar…

Ousmane Sonko seeks clarity from justice minister on land allocations

Following Thursday’s plenary session, which focused on ratifying six proposed resolutions for establishing inquiry commissions, Ousmane Sonko revealed that he had received two responses from the Minister of Justice, the…

Zamboï mine collapse highlights Cameroon’s gold sector challenges

The recent catastrophic mine collapse in Zamboï, located in the Central African Republic, has tragically underscored the profound issues and unregulated practices prevalent within the broader regional gold extraction industry.…

Cameroon: president paul biya’s return sparks leadership debate

President Paul Biya, Cameroon’s long-serving leader since 1982 and the world’s oldest head of state, arrived back in Yaoundé on Thursday, August 20. His return follows an absence of over…

DIRECT : Retour de Paul Biya au Cameroun

Politique DIRECT : Retour de Paul Biya au Cameroun Le président camerounais Paul Biya est officiellement de retour au Cameroun ce jeudi 20 août 2026. Son avion a atterri en…

Fatal Kenya helicopter crash claims ecuadorian intelligence chief and five americans

A tragic helicopter incident near Mount Ololokwe has resulted in the loss of all seven individuals on board, triggering significant security and diplomatic concerns. A Tragedy In The Mountains On…

Mali: civilian protection under scrutiny amidst africa corps operations

A recent distressing report from Human Rights Watch (HRW) directly accuses Russian-aligned Africa Corps forces of conducting an airstrike in central Mali on June 15, 2026. This incident, specifically targeting…

Anticipation builds for president paul biya’s return to Cameroon

Anticipation builds for president paul biya’s return to Cameroon This Thursday afternoon, President Paul Biya, accompanied by his wife Chantal and their entourage, is expected to touch down in Yaoundé,…

Gabon’s commitment to a controlled transition in Guinea-Bissau

Libreville — The message emanating from Libreville now signifies more than mere solidarity between two African nations. By hosting Guinea-Bissau during the 66th anniversary celebrations of Gabonese independence, Brice Clotaire…

Mali: russian-controlled africa corps accused of bombori village massacre

Click to expand Image Forces from the Russia-controlled Africa Corps summarily executed nine civilians, including four children, and subjected dozens more to brutal beatings in central Mali during early July…

Amadou Ba sheds light on Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré’s alleged phone calls

The deputy asserts that the former Prime Minister made highly critical comments about Bassirou Diomaye Faye during this specific call. During a recent press briefing organized by Pastef-Les Patriotes, Deputy…

Burkina Faso’s northern offensive: examining state strategy and media suppression

Burkina Faso’s persistent security crisis witnessed a significant escalation this past Wednesday, August 19, as the terror group JNIM asserted control over three pivotal positions previously held by the Volunteers…