By Sidi Mohamed — Journalist
Year: 2026
Cameroon: Anicet Ekane’s solo stand in Yaoundé as Issa Tchiroma Bakary fails to appear
By Kadi Alhassane — Journalist
Chad’s energy minister inspects 35 MW solar plant, sets non-negotiable October deadline for grid tests
By Sidi Mohamed — Journalist
Angola restates support for DRC as Tshisekedi receives Lourenço’s message on eastern security
By Kadi Alhassane — Journalist
EU launches first trade mission in Cotonou to boost Benin economic ties
Benin and the European Union have entered a new phase in their economic relationship. On Wednesday, 7 October 2026, the EU officially launched its first-ever economic mission in Cotonou, bringing…
Cotonou port delivers containers in 36-72 hours, outpacing congested West African rivals
The Autonomous Port of Cotonou (PAC) is processing container pickups in just 36 to 72 hours, a turnaround that stands out sharply against the severe congestion paralysing several neighbouring West…
Niger: five-year prison term sought for lawyer Abdourahamane Lirwana over online posts
Niamey’s judicial authorities have escalated their confrontation with a prominent lawyer, seeking a five-year prison sentence against Abdourahamane Lirwana for his social media activity. The case, which has drawn significant…
Benin’s Désiré Henri Aihou sworn in as ECOWAS court judge in Abuja
Benin has placed one of its magistrates at the heart of West African community justice. On Tuesday, 6 October 2026, Doctor Désiré Henri Aihou took the oath of office as…
Benin’s Désiré Henri Aihou sworn in as ECOWAS court judge in Abuja
Benin has placed one of its magistrates at the heart of West African community justice. On Tuesday, 6 October 2026, Doctor Désiré Henri Aihou took the oath of office as…
Gabon fuel stations turn away food-grade containers under new canister rule
By Sidi Mohamed — Journalist
Niger fuel prices: CCR backs pump price increase as financial pressures mount
The Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR) has formally recommended raising fuel prices at the pump in Niger, concluding its first extraordinary session of 2026 with a decision that insiders describe…
Ebola in DR Congo spreads beyond borders as Kenya confirms first death
By Kadi Alhassane — Journalist