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A deadly attack attributed to the jihadist group Boko Haram claimed one life and left several people injured on the night of Monday, May 12, in Cameroon’s Far North region, according to local security sources. The assault targeted the central market area of Godigong, a locality in the Mora district, within the Mayo-Sava department. The […]
Tragedy struck in eastern Chad at dawn on May 10, when the commander of the Haraze-Mangueigne territorial brigade—a chief warrant officer who was also serving as acting sub-prefect—was killed in a shootout with suspected arms traffickers. The incident was only made public three days later, on May 13, according to local military sources. The officer […]
The Central African Armed Forces (FACA) have issued a nationwide ceasefire order, instructing all national units and their allies to rigorously observe a cessation of hostilities. The measure, announced on Tuesday, is aimed at facilitating the reintegration of two active armed groups into the country’s peace framework. According to an official statement, the ceasefire is […]
Cameroonian President Paul Biya has publicly praised, via a statement on the social media platform X, the crucial role played by civil society in the political, social, and cultural life of the country. He described it as “dynamic” and a key actor in civic education and the promotion of numerous national causes. In his message, […]
After visiting Uganda and Burundi, Belgium’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maxime Prévot, concluded his diplomatic tour of the Great Lakes region with a visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo. On Monday, April 28, in Kinshasa, he met with Prime Minister Judith Suminwa and later with President Félix Tshisekedi. Discussions focused […]
The bridge spanning the Logone River, linking the Cameroonian town of Yagoua (in the Far North region) to the Chadian city of Bongor, was officially inaugurated on Monday by Cameroon’s Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute and his Chadian counterpart Allamaye Halina, according to national broadcaster CRTV. Measuring 620 meters in length, this strategic infrastructure aims […]
Congolese singer Inoss’B has added another prestigious accolade to his career by winning the “Best Central African Artist” award at the 17th edition of the Headies Awards, held in Nigeria. This award crowns a year marked by notable musical successes for Inoss’B. Known for his innovative style blending afrobeats, ndombolo, and contemporary sounds, Inoss’B has […]
Pastor Moise Mbiye has sparked a major controversy by addressing the reality of human relationships within religious communities. In a recent media appearance, the man of God did not hesitate to state: “There is more wickedness in the church than in bars. In a bar, someone will easily share their beer and cigarette with you, […]
André Onana could leave Manchester United this summer, with the club reportedly setting his transfer fee at £20 million. According to the Mirror, the Red Devils are willing to sanction the sale of the Cameroonian goalkeeper for a fee of around £20 million, although his departure is not currently a top priority. Manager Ruben Amorim […]
In a surprising development, a first compromise was signed on Wednesday evening in Doha between the Congolese government and the M23 rebel movement. This turning point comes after a day marked by rumors that the rebel delegation was pulling out of the talks. In two separate, but identically worded communiqués, both parties committed to working […]
A property belonging to former President Joseph Kabila was searched by security services. The operation took place on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at a site housing offices, warehouses, and containers, some of which are reportedly owned by businessmen, including individuals of Indo-Pakistani origin. Joseph Kabila is suspected by certain actors of being the true leader […]
Cameroonian customs authorities seized 70 kilograms of drugs at Douala International Airport on Tuesday, according to an official statement dated April 16 and signed by Minister Delegate for Finance, Yaouba Abdoulaye. According to customs services, the value of the illegal cargo exceeds $3 million, or approximately 1.73 billion CFA francs. The drugs were being transported […]
Mediation in the conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda was at the center of discussions at the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday, April 16. Téte António, Chairperson of the African Union Executive Council and representative of Angola, addressed the Council via videoconference, while UN Special Envoy for the Great […]
In an official statement, Chinese police have disclosed the cause of death of Gabonese striker Aaron Boupendza, who passed away on Wednesday morning. The cause of Aaron Boupendza’s death is now known. The 28-year-old Gabonese forward died on Wednesday morning. The Zhejiang Professional striker passed away in the hospital after falling from the 11th floor […]
The tragic passing of Gabonese striker Aaron Boupendza continues to send shockwaves through the football world. The latest to respond is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The heartbreaking news broke on Wednesday. Having joined Zhejiang FC in China in January, Aaron Boupendza passed away this morning after falling from the 11th floor of a building. The premature death […]
Gabon is in deep mourning following the tragic death of Aaron Boupendza, which occurred in China. The shocking loss has especially moved the President of the Republic, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, who expressed himself publicly. In a message posted on his Facebook page on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the head of state shared his grief […]
Pan-African activist Kemi Seba has been honored with the title of Doctor Honoris Causa in Political Science. The honorary distinction was conferred by Bel Campus University in Kinshasa in recognition of his ideological and political commitment to African emancipation and the diaspora, marking the culmination of a militant journey that began more than two decades […]
Panthers striker Aaron Boupendza has reportedly died tragically in China at the age of 28. According to Romanian media citing Chinese sources, the player is said to have passed away after a fatal fall from the 11th floor of his apartment building in Zhejiang Province. Boupendza had signed with a Chinese club last January following […]
At least ten Cameroonian soldiers lost their lives and 20 others were wounded in an attack by the terrorist group Boko Haram on a military outpost in the Far North region, local media and security sources report. The attack occurred on Monday night. According to the newspaper L’Œil du Sahel, the assailants ambushed and stormed […]
Following the failure of Angolan mediation, the heads of state of the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have decided to take charge of the search for a lasting solution to the crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). On Monday March 24, the two organizations held a virtual […]
Gabon’s Constitutional Court has reinstated four candidates previously rejected by the Ministry of the Interior, bringing to eight the number of contenders for the presidential election scheduled for April 12. The announcement was made on national television on Friday evening. The new candidates include entrepreneur Zenaba Gninga Chaning. She is joined by Alain Simplice Boungoueres, […]
An attempt to poison President Faustin-Archange Touadéra was recently foiled, involving two brothers linked to former Prime Minister Henri Marie Dondara. According to the Central African authorities, the suspects were arrested after attempting to poison the president as part of a plot to destabilize the government. The identity of the accused has not been revealed […]
The Equatoguinean Football Federation has unveiled the list of players called up for the March training camp. The tireless Emilio Nsue is part of the squad. Equatorial Guinea will play two decisive matches this week. The Nzalang Nacional will face São Tomé and Príncipe and Namibia as part of the fifth and sixth rounds of […]
“Diane Nama, Cameroonian comedian and panelist on the show ‘Women’s Choir’ broadcasted on Canal+, recently stirred a lot of reactions with her comments, which have been widely discussed on social media. During a recent episode of ‘Le Chœur des Femmes’ on Canal+Elle, Diane Nama boldly answered the question of whether a woman can be the […]
