Eight civilians killed in Mopti airstrike linked to Africa Corps

human rights report Eight civilians killed in Mopti airstrike linked to Africa Corps Human Rights Watch has accused the Russian paramilitary group Africa Corps of carrying out an airstrike in…

UEFA rejects FIFA’s private investment plan for world cup tournaments

UEFA takes historic stance against FIFA’s private investment plans The European football governing body, UEFA, has made a groundbreaking decision that could reshape the international football landscape. In a unanimous…

Gabon’s successful return to international markets signals economic strength

Gabon has successfully secured over 524 billion F CFA from international financial markets, a clear and powerful message to global investors. Marking its re-entry into this crucial financial arena, the…

Côte d’Ivoire’s top stories: judicial shake-up at PDCI and mining pact with Botswana

Abidjan, July 2026 — The nation’s attention remains riveted on a series of unfolding judicial dramas, particularly those embroiled within the ranks of the Parti démocratique de Côte d’Ivoire-Rassemblement démocratique…

Benin’s senate begins operations, reshaping the political landscape

Porto-Novo has witnessed a historic moment in Benin’s political evolution with the formal establishment of the Senate. The inauguration of this upper legislative chamber marks the definitive transition from a…

Cameroun raises 800 billion FCFA on local debt market in first half of 2026

The Cameroonian Treasury successfully raised 800.7 billion FCFA on the domestic debt market during the first half of 2026, translating to roughly 1.4 billion US dollars. This figure, highlighted in…

Chad-Cameroon pipeline: Cameroon’s transit revenues hit 222 billion FCFA in six years

The Chad-Cameroon pipeline has solidified its position as a vital and consistent revenue stream for Yaoundé. Over the period spanning 2020 to 2025, the Cameroonian Public Treasury successfully collected 222.2…

Cameroun scandal erupts over captain effoudou’s allegations against top official

Franck Foute Journalist specializing in Cameroon affairs Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh Paul Biya Explosive accusations rock Cameroon as senior officer targets top government figure The nation of Cameroon is gripped by…

Bénin launches its inaugural senate with 25 appointed members

Bénin’s new Senate: A historical inauguration The Republic of Bénin has marked a significant milestone in its democratic evolution with the inauguration of its first Senate. Comprising 25 members, the…

Gabon secures $920m bond issuance to boost economic reforms

The Gabonese government has successfully concluded a $920 million bond issuance on international financial markets, equivalent to over 526 billion West African CFA francs. This landmark transaction marks the country’s…

Côte d’Ivoire unveils landmark national territorial plan for 2045 growth

Historic milestone reached in Côte d’Ivoire’s long-term development strategy In a decisive move toward sustainable growth, Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Planning and Development, led a pivotal national…

Ebola in the democratic republic of Congo response intensifies as cases surge

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has escalated sharply, with over 3,000 confirmed cases and nearly 1,500 deaths reported in the latest official figures. Humanitarian organizations…