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Cameroon army shake-up: president signs major promotions from abroad Cameroon’s president Paul Biya, who has been away from the country for nearly two months, has authorized a sweeping reshuffle within…
As violent extremist groups extend their reach across West Africa, Benin and Nigeria are accelerating joint military efforts to counter the growing threat. On August 4, 2026, a high-level Nigerian…
Atlanta Assurance Côte d’Ivoire, filiale de Holmarcom Finance Company, déploie une nouvelle plateforme digitale dédiée à la gestion des sinistres. Cette solution vise à réduire les délais de traitement et…
Amidst the profound geopolitical shifts reshaping West Africa, Benin has adopted a pragmatic and confident diplomatic approach. Recently, the Beninese Ambassador to Russia engaged with authorities in Saint Petersburg to…
Nearly four months after its establishment in Montreux, the Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism (EJVM+), designed to oversee the ceasefire between Kinshasa and the AFC/M23, has yet to commence operations. The…
The Vice-President of the World Bank for West and Central Africa, Ousmane Diagana, is conducting an official visit to Dakar from August 4 to 8, 2026. This mission aligns with…
The Bénin is poised to mark a pivotal moment in its democratic evolution as the newly established Senate convenes for its inaugural session. On Thursday, August 6, 2026, the 25…
Gabon’s public debt is on a rising path, with projections in Libreville indicating it could reach 94.3% of the gross domestic product (GDP) by 2027. This escalating trend, initiated during…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has significantly strengthened its diplomatic approach concerning the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). During a recent ordinary summit held in Lungi, Sierra…
The flow of foreign direct investments (FDI) into the Sénégal has plummeted to just $37 million in 2025, a stark contrast to the annual average of $3 billion between 2022…
Chad Welcomes Nigerian CNESC President for High-Level Talks The President of Nigeria’s Council for National Economic, Social and Environmental Consultation (CNESC), Mohamed Boukhari, has arrived in N’Djamena on an official…
As defections to Kiiraay grow among Pastef members, former minister Malick Gackou urges the party to uphold unity, discipline, and collective commitment to preserve the sovereign ideals that defined the…