PoliticsBénin The Bénin Senate convenes for the first time this week A historic moment as the Republic’s second chamber of parliament begins operations in Porto-Novo, tasked with fostering national cohesion.…
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Bénin adopts bicameral system with new senate launch
The Bénin Senate convened its inaugural session in Porto-Novo this week, officially marking the country’s transition to a bicameral parliamentary system. This new legislative body, established through constitutional reform, complements…
Opposition coalition warns president over constitutional changes in democratic republic of Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is witnessing a high-stakes political standoff as the opposition coalition C64 doubles down on its demands against President Félix Tshisekedi’s constitutional reform push. In…
Senegal tightens control over state-owned entities with new prime minister’s directive
The Senegalese Prime Minister’s Office has issued a new circular aimed at strengthening oversight of state-owned entities under government supervision. Signed by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, the directive targets all…
Benin prepares for pivotal african union peace council presidency
The corridors of the African Union headquarters in Addis-Abeba buzzed with significance this week. On July 28 and 29, Benin’s Foreign Minister Corinne Amori Brunet held strategic talks with Mahmoud…
Paul Biya’s prolonged stay in Switzerland raises questions
Paul Biya remains in Switzerland: what’s delaying his return to Cameroon? President Paul Biya’s absence from Cameroon continues to fuel speculation as his prolonged stay in Switzerland extends beyond initial…
King mohamed vi hails Morocco’s stability and strategic sovereignty
King Mohamed VI highlights Morocco’s stability, security, and strategic sovereignty The Monarch delivered a national address marking the 27th anniversary of the Throne Day, commemorating his accession to the throne…
Congo’s political crisis deepens as opposition vows renewed protests
The Constitutional Court’s endorsement of the referendum framework has reignited fierce debates over potential constitutional amendments, with opposition leaders vowing to escalate their resistance. While the government views this as…
Secure digital tools for presidential remote work in Cameroon
In an era where remote governance is becoming increasingly common, the question of how a head of state can securely manage official duties from abroad is more pressing than ever.…
Imam kanté’s bold response to moundiaye cissé on ousmane sonko’s remarks
In a striking development within Senegal’s political landscape, Imam Kanté has publicly addressed comments made by Moundiaye Cissé regarding opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. The exchange has intensified debates surrounding Sonko’s…
Cameroon president paul biya health fuels freedom of speech debate
PoliticsCameroon Paul Biya’s health fuels heated debate over free speech in Cameroon July 29, 2026July 29, 2026 A recent six-month prison sentence for online critic Patrick Mengue reignites tensions over…
Niger: le Conseil Consultatif de la Refondation et l’OIM renforcent leur partenariat pour le développement national
Le Dr Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey et la mission de l'OIM harmonisent leurs visions pour la souveraineté et le développement national. NIAMEY, 29 juillet 2026 — C'est sous le signe de…