C64 postpones july 22 march and sets august 15 ultimatum for dialogue
C64 postpones july 22 march and sets august 15 ultimatum for dialogue The Coalition Article 64 for the defense of constitutional order (C64) has announced the postponement of its peaceful…
Kenyan presidency website hacked amid rising digital threats
The official website of Kenya’s presidency became the latest target of a major cyberattack on Saturday, July 18, 2026. While authorities in Nairobi initially described the incident as a technical…
Ousmane Sonko pays respects to family of Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye in Ouakam
The leader of Pastef, Ousmane Sonko, conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the grieving family of the late Jaraaf Papa Youssou Ndoye during a solemn visit to Ouakam. Sonko’s condolence tour…
Mali tightens nationality laws for dual citizens amid security concerns
In a decisive move to reinforce national security, Mali’s transitional government has approved sweeping amendments to its nationality legislation. The new ordinance, endorsed during a recent cabinet meeting, introduces provisions…
The shadow of Congo’s secret services: how spies shaped the nation’s power
Congo’s shadow state: the invisible force behind the throne In the Democratic Republic of Congo, power has never been seized in broad daylight—it is taken in the darkness. Since 1960,…
Cameroon faces uncertainty as president’s prolonged absence sparks debate
The President of Cameroon, Paul Biya, has been notably absent from the Palais de l’Unité for over 40 days, sparking concerns among citizens and political figures alike. Departing Yaoundé on…
Mali faces growing militant threat in Mopti despite junta’s promises
The region of Mopti in central Mali witnessed a fresh wave of coordinated assaults on Sunday, July 19, as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) launched…
Benin public sector: 1,110 civil servants advance to 12th grade
Government unlocks career progression for over 1,100 civil servants In a decisive move to clear a long-standing administrative bottleneck, the Beninese government has approved the immediate promotion of 1,110 public…
Bénin turns Kanvo and Indigo fabrics into engines of economic growth
The Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel buzzed with energy on the evening of Saturday, July 18, 2026, as the inaugural « Nuit du Kanvo et de l’Indigo » unfolded. Organized under…
Gabon-France ties enter new era with high-level visit
Diplomacy Gabon-France ties enter new era with high-level visit By Editor-in-Chief July 20, 2026 80 No comment Libreville, July 20, 2026 – What began as a three-day state visit by…
Bénin and World Bank unveil 10-year plan for jobs and human capital
Bénin and World Bank launch decade-long plan for jobs and human capital A landmark partnership between Bénin and the World Bank Group (WBG) officially kicked off in Cotonou last Friday,…
Gabon’s political courage recognized internationally
Politics Gabon’s political courage recognized internationally By Editor-in-Chief July 20, 2026 119 No comment Libreville, July 20, 2026 — The 2026 Political Courage Prize awarded to Gabonese President Brice Clotaire…