Parliamentary tensions flare: abdou mbow warns of ‘country in danger’ amid clash with ousmane sonko

A charged atmosphere enveloped the National Assembly as Deputy Abdou Mbow took the floor, delivering a stark assessment of the nation’s state. His address painted a grim picture, asserting unequivocally…

Yaoundé halts somdiaa’s sosucam share sale in Cameroon

Cameroonian authorities have decided to suspend the planned sale of shares held by the Somdiaa group in Société Sucrière du Cameroun (Sosucam), the nation’s leading sugar industry operator. This pause,…

Ousmane Sonko assumes leadership of the parliamentary public policy evaluation committee

The newly established Public Policy Evaluation Committee (CEPP) is set to play a pivotal role in strengthening democratic oversight. Its primary mandate involves structuring, guiding, and monitoring parliamentary assessments of…

Chad secures significant non-repayable development funds from China

Chad secures significant non-repayable development funds from China Chad has secured substantial new financial backing from China. On Thursday, August 20, in N’Djamena, two grant agreements were formalized, totaling 300…

Togo’s land reform: navigating systemic obstacles

For six decades, Togo’s land management has frequently been characterized as inconsistent. Currently, the Togolese government is articulating a fresh objective: to transform the land sector into a significant catalyst…

The intricate evolution of the relationship between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré

Political figures often hold the populace hostage with their shifting narratives, adapting their rhetoric to suit the moment’s prevailing interests. The dynamic between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré is constantly…

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…