Joachim Mbatchi Pambou advocates for a national consolidation pact in Gabon
As Gabon marked its 66th Independence Day, Joachim Mbatchi Pambou, President of the Forum for the Defense of the Republic…
Month: August 2026
Washington presses for sanctions amidst escalating Sahel violence and human rights abuses
As a brutal escalation of human rights violations grips Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the United States is contemplating decisive…
Democratic Republic of Congo: political tensions on the rise again
After a month of relative calm, the political landscape in the Democratic Republic of Congo is once again heating up.…
Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno: examining Chad’s sovereignist stance
The political landscape in Chad frequently leads to an examination of its leadership’s dedication to national sovereignty. A notable recent…
Fenerbahçe and Lyon clash in Champions League qualifier
Fenerbahçe18 August 9:00 PM Lyon Canal+ compositions Fenerbahçe – Lyon: Champions League live Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9:00 PM UEFA…
Côte d’Ivoire: price fixed for shea nut almond at 250 F/Kg
Côte d’Ivoire sets shea nut almond price at 250 FCFA per kilogram The Ministry of Trade and Industry has officially…
Benin’s public debt: why alarmist claims lack foundation
Recent reports detailing Benin’s public debt, now totaling 9,122.2 billion F CFA, have prompted some to raise concerns about potential…
Deadly attack in northern Niger exposes deepening security crisis
The escalating insecurity in Niger continues to undermine the military government’s claims of sovereign strength. A recent dual assault in…
Togo: local authorities strengthen financial mobilization and management skills
Lomé, August 17, 2026 — Municipalities in Togo face a critical challenge: securing and effectively managing financial resources to meet…
Press freedom under siege in Burkina Faso
The sight of journalists undergoing military-style training near Ouagadougou should send chills down the spine of anyone who values fundamental…
Senegal’s sunday highlights: political tensions, presidential travels, and sports victories
This Sunday, August 16, 2026, Senegal experienced a diverse range of significant events. A political gathering in Mbacké devolved into…
Gabon: journalist released after four months, sparking press freedom debate
In Gabon, the recent release of a journalist, detained for nearly four months over publications deemed critical of the authorities,…