Could ligue 1 matches be free to air each week? On Monday, the National Assembly is reviewing a bill aimed at reforming professional football. Among the proposals under discussion is an amendment that would require one Ligue 1 match per round to be broadcast on free-to-air television. Supporters argue this would increase the league’s visibility and curb piracy, while the LFP fears it could devalue audiovisual rights, which provide the bulk of revenue for French professional clubs. A free-to-air Ligue 1 match at the heart of discussions The National Assembly…
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Camrail’s 27-year economic impact on Cameroon reaches $1.25 billion
Since 1999, Camrail’s total contribution to Cameroon’s economy has reached 750 billion CFA francs, approximately $1.25 billion. The announcement was made by Pierre Ngon, the managing director of Cameroon’s railway concessionaire, during a press dinner held on June 22, 2026, in Douala. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent
Read MoreCesc Fàbregas returns to Arsenal as Como coach for pre-season clash
One of Arsenal’s most beloved figures is set to return to the Emirates Stadium this summer—not as a player, but as the head coach of Como 1907. Cesc Fàbregas, the Spanish midfield maestro, will lead his Italian side onto the hallowed turf on 12 August for a high-profile pre-season friendly against the Premier League champions. A nostalgic milestone for the former Gunners captain Fàbregas, who first donned an Arsenal shirt in 2003, made over 300 appearances for the club, captained the side, and became a fan favorite during his eight-year…
Read MoreGabon’s fishing agreement with the european union concludes after 19 years
Gabon has officially concluded its Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement (SFPA) with the European Union (EU), with the pact reaching its scheduled end on June 28, 2026, without a subsequent renewal. This cooperative accord, first established in 2007, had seen multiple extensions over the years, most recently in 2021. During its last five-year term, the agreement reportedly contributed 17 billion CFA francs to the Gabonese treasury. The strategic choice not to extend the agreement with the EU originated during the Council of Ministers meeting in June 2025, championed by transitional President…
Read MoreGabon’s $6.9 billion trade surplus in 2025 signals economic resilience
Gabon achieved a trade surplus of $6.9 billion in 2025. This result, reached despite global trade contraction, falling oil prices, and disruptions to maritime routes, highlights the structural strength of the country’s external position. The surplus stems from a net difference between exports of $10.73 billion and imports of $3.83 billion. With an export-to-import ratio above 2.8 to 1, Gabon holds a favourable position within the Cemac zone, where several other economies have seen their trade balances shrink due to rising freight and input costs. The global context was unfavourable.…
Read MoreJacob Nguini: a beacon of republican integration in Bafoussam 1er
Politique Jacob Nguini: a beacon of republican integration in Bafoussam 1er This prominent figure highlights how harmonious coexistence is a tangible reality in the nation, serving as a direct challenge to proponents of tribalism. Jacob Nguini stands as a profound symbol of what it means to live together and achieve republican integration within Cameroon. His story offers a powerful rebuttal to those who perpetuate tribal divisions. Hailing from Abong-Mbang in the Haut-Nyong department of the East region, Jacob Nguini, a trained journalist and communicator, made a significant mark in West…
Read MoreMorocco’s DGED infiltrated Polisario from Latin America – secret letters reveal bold strategy
A rare glimpse into Morocco’s covert diplomacy and intelligence operations has emerged through a cache of confidential correspondence dated October 2008. Dispatched from the Moroccan embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, these letters detail Rabat’s carefully orchestrated infiltration and counter-offensive strategy aimed at weakening the Polisario Front and pushing back Algerian influence across Central America, leveraging intelligence provided by the Sahrawi diplomat Salama Ould Hennane. Tribal divisions as a tool to fracture the Polisario At the core of these revelations lies what Rabat saw as a golden opportunity: the potential defection of…
Read MorePsg lands two major attacking signings
Paris Saint-Germain fans hoping for a more lively transfer window than the summer of 2025 are about to get their wish. The capital club is preparing to make a huge splash right at the start of this transfer window. Two notable attacking reinforcements are expected within the next few weeks – not sooner, as both are currently with their respective national teams at the World Cup. The first is a familiar face in French football: Maghnes Akliouche. The French international has been won over by the capital club, and AS…
Read MoreTogo’s new road agencies spark concerns over world bank funds
The recent announcement by the Council of Ministers regarding the establishment of AGEROUTE (Agency for Road Works and Management) and SONAFIR (National Road Financing Company) was presented with the typical fanfare of major state communication initiatives. While officially touted as a pivotal step to modernize road sector governance and optimize project execution, this restructuring has prompted significant scrutiny. For seasoned observers of West African financial systems, this institutional overhaul appears to be a carefully orchestrated political maneuver. Beneath the surface of these new decrees and administrative reshuffling lies a far…
Read MoreTen-year-old girl stabbed to death in Yaoundé’s Anguissa district
A ten-year-old girl was stabbed to death in the Anguissa neighbourhood of Yaoundé’s fourth district during the night of Saturday 27 to Sunday 28 June 2026. Shock and dismay gripped the Anguissa district of Yaoundé on Sunday 28 June. Sylvana, a ten-year-old girl, was brutally stabbed to death by a 22-year-old woman. The suspect claims she acted under the influence of the Holy Spirit. The incident occurred during the night from Saturday to Sunday while the child’s parents were away. Young Sylvana died after suffering multiple stab wounds inflicted by…
Read MoreWilly Mengue demands balanced reporting from Equinoxe TV over MRC leadership debate
Willy Mengue, a key figure in the opposition to Maurice Kamto’s reinstatement as president of the Movement for the Rebirth of Cameroon (MRC), has called on Equinoxe Television to rebalance its news coverage. This demand follows the appearance of MRC vice-president Mamadou Mota on the program ‘The Truth Face to Face’ on Sunday evening, specifically regarding coverage of their political party. According to Mengue, such rebalancing is essential for ‘fairness in news coverage,’ ‘the pursuit of journalistic truth,’ and ‘the right to information.’ In an open letter to Equinoxe TV’s…
Read MoreSenegal’s rts 1 faces renewed criticism over constitutional revision broadcast decision
The decision by Senegal’s national broadcaster, RTS 1, to not air the recent session on constitutional revision has ignited a firestorm of controversy across social media platforms. Online users are vocally condemning what they perceive as a contentious editorial stance, intensifying the broader discourse around media coverage of institutional affairs within the nation. The media’s handling of the constitutional revision continues to fuel significant debate throughout Senegal. On Monday, June 29, 2026, the state-owned channel RTS 1 once again drew sharp criticism after opting against a live broadcast of the…
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