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The high-profile state visit to Freetown underscores Gabon’s strategic push to deepen its diplomatic and economic footprint in West Africa. While cooperation has previously remained limited, multiple agreements are now…
With President Paul Biya absent for 57 consecutive days, Cameroon’s military leadership undergoes a controversial reshuffle, deepening fears of an impending power vacuum and ethnic succession crisis. Since departing for…
The 99th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) was commemorated in Gabon’s capital, Libreville, at the Chinese embassy, with an emphasis on remembrance, peace, and the…
Cameroon — After nearly two months out of the public eye, Cameroonian authorities have broken their silence. The government confirms President Paul Biya remains alive and announces his imminent return,…
N’Djamena’s wedding scene is undergoing a cultural metamorphosis, with Sudanese-influenced customs increasingly shaping matrimonial celebrations. This shift has sparked debates about the future of Chad’s cherished traditions, as modern wedding…
Eight weeks have passed since Cameroonian President Paul Biya departed for what was announced as a “short private stay in Europe.” Now 93 years old, the head of state’s continued…
Senegal and Gambia have achieved a breakthrough in resolving their long-standing border dispute following the signing of a definitive agreement on the consensual demarcation of their shared frontier. The milestone…
From July 28 to 30, Lomé became the epicenter of a groundbreaking conversation about Africa’s future. The Space Forum Africa 2026 brought together policymakers, researchers, investors, and entrepreneurs to explore…
The Moroccan government had cautioned Spain in advance about the potential migration surge stemming from a recent Spanish court decision, a senior Moroccan official stated. The warning came as nearly…
Cameroon has placed securing a new agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) at the heart of its 2027-2029 medium-term economic and budgetary framework. According to the Document de programmation…
The nation of Cameroon is gripped by uncertainty as President Paul Biya’s prolonged absence stretches to an unprecedented 58 days, marking the longest period he has been out of the…