Month: July 2026

Cameroun: growing concerns over president’s extended absence

Aïcha Abdou

POLITICAL SCRUTINY Cameroun: growing concerns over president’s extended absence Forty-five days after President Paul Biya departed for a private visit to Europe, Cameroon’s ruling party, the Rassemblement démocratique du peuple camerounais (RDPC), convened an emergency meeting of its top officials. No official statement has been issued regarding the president’s potential return, leaving both citizens and political observers in a state of uncertainty. The RDPC insists that government operations continue normally despite the president’s absence. Meanwhile, opposition leaders are demanding transparency about the exercise of power and the constitutional mechanisms in…

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Burkina Faso’s military cohesion under Ibrahim Traoré’s leadership

Aïcha Abdou

Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s recent address in Ouahigouya has laid bare deep fractures within Burkina Faso’s ruling military establishment. His blunt language—littered with coarse expressions like « merde » and calls for uncompromising suppression—exposes not strength, but a profound crisis of confidence in the state’s security apparatus. When a leader must publicly threaten to « crush » even his own ranks, it signals a regime clinging to power not through shared doctrine or strategy, but through sheer intimidation and the perpetual threat of purge. The contradictions in his approach are stark.…

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Russia appoints new ambassador to Benin

Aïcha Abdou

Russia appoints new ambassador to Benin Moscow has reshuffled its diplomatic representation in Benin. On July 21, 2026, President Vladimir Putin signed a decree appointing Mikhail Alekseyevich Golovanov as Russia’s new extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassador to the Republic of Benin. He replaces Igor Evdokimov, who had served in Cotonou for nearly nine years, overseeing bilateral relations between both nations. Meet the new Russian envoy to Benin Mikhail Golovanov, a seasoned diplomat with extensive experience in African affairs, takes over as Russia’s top representative in Benin. Born in 1958, he graduated…

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Burkina Faso struggles with internal divisions within its military junta

Ousmane Tandja

The stern declarations from Captain Ibrahim Traoré conceal a covert yet fierce battle for influence unfolding within Burkina Faso’s armed forces and transitional government. His uncompromising stance—”If anyone screws up, I’ll crush them without hesitation”—exposes deep-seated rifts and simmering rivalries gripping the military apparatus. Persistent whispers of destabilization plots and high-command disputes underscore a troubling fragility within the ruling junta. Military fractures straining cohesion Since the September 2022 coup, maintaining unity among the armed forces has proven increasingly challenging. Internal disagreements center on security operations and command responsibilities, with battlefield…

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Ferran torres transfer saga: barça holds firm on 50m price tag

Ousmane Tandja

The future of Ferran Torres at FC Barcelone is hanging by a thread as the club faces a desperate bid from Paris Saint-Germain. Though Blaugrana executives acknowledge the difficulty of retaining the Spanish forward, they remain steadfast in their valuation, reportedly demanding €50 million to finalize any transfer deal. Ferran Torres, whose contract expires in June 2027, has emerged as a prime target for PSG as they seek to replace Gonçalo Ramos and intensify competition for Ousmane Dembélé’s future. The young forward’s stock soared after scoring the decisive goal in…

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Manu Koné’s surprising move after France’s World Cup 2026 could reshape his career

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After France’s World Cup 2026, Manu Koné’s next chapter may lead to a major transfer With France’s World Cup campaign ending in the semifinals, the disappointment lingers for the Bleus. Yet, for some players, the tournament marked a turning point. Among them, Manu Koné of AS Roma has captured attention, with multiple top clubs now monitoring his situation. Could his next move be a surprising leap to Saudi Arabia or a high-profile transfer to the Premier League? Clubs line up for the French midfielder Following his five appearances at the…

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Manu koné’s future in flux after world cup standout performance

Ousmane Tandja

Following his maiden World Cup appearance with the France national team, midfielder Manu Koné finds himself at the center of a potential transfer storm. The versatile playmaker, who featured five times during the tournament, has caught the eye of several top European clubs as well as a surprise Arabian suitor. Premier League and Saudi Arabia emerge as key destinations The AS Roma squad member’s World Cup performances have triggered serious interest from Manchester United, which appears to be leading the race for his signature. The English giants are reportedly ready…

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Bénin and Ghana back Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara

Ousmane Tandja

Bénin and Ghana back Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara Morocco’s foreign minister, Nasser Bourita, held bilateral meetings with counterparts from Bénin and Ghana to seek their support for the kingdom’s territorial integrity. Both Bénin and Ghana reaffirmed their backing for UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which endorses Morocco’s autonomy plan as a credible path to resolving the Western Sahara dispute. Bénin Ghana During successive bilateral meetings with delegations from Bénin and Ghana, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Residents Abroad, Nasser Bourita, sought the two nations’…

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Can 2032 bid raises questions as Sahel insecurity persists

Aïcha Abdou

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger jointly bid for 2032 Africa Cup of Nations amid enduring security crisis Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have submitted a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), positioning this initiative as a symbol of unity within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). While the move aims to project confidence across the continent, it has sparked debate about whether these nations currently possess the minimal security and stability required to execute Africa’s premier football tournament. The challenge of hosting AFCON extends far…

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Cameroun: ruling party dismisses claims over president’s prolonged absence

Ousmane Tandja

Cameroun: ruling party dismisses claims over president’s prolonged absence Cameroon Tribune Addressing the controversy surrounding the head of state’s extended absence, Jacques Fame Ndongo, Cameroon’s Minister of State, dismissed such claims as legal and political absurdities. He emphasized that no national law or regulation stipulates a maximum duration for a president’s absence from the country. According to the minister, any attempt to apply a non-existent constitutional provision to President Paul Biya would amount to legal manipulation and a gross distortion of facts. He described such arguments as fantastical inventions by…

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Togo opposition raises concerns over Africa Corps and Turkish troops presence

Aïcha Abdou

The opposition in Togo is voicing serious apprehensions regarding the reported deployment of Africa Corps and Turkish military units in the northern regions of the country. These concerns arise amid an evolving security landscape that has seen Lomé strengthen ties with Ankara and Moscow in recent months. Military cooperation raises eyebrows Recent discussions between Togolese authorities and representatives from both Turkey and Russia have intensified speculation about the nature and scope of these partnerships. While the government has not issued an official statement on the matter, opposition figures argue that…

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Burkina Faso leader condemns centuries of arabic slavery in africa

Aïcha Abdou

International Burkina Faso leader condemns centuries of arabic slavery in africa In a nationally televised address, Burkina Faso’s leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, delivered a historic speech addressing the centuries-long practice of slavery imposed on African populations by Arabic powers. The remarks have sparked intense reactions across the Muslim world. Confronting a painful historical legacy During his address, Captain Traoré broke decades of silence by openly denouncing the trans-Saharan slave trade that devastated African societies for generations. This trade, orchestrated by powerful Arabic empires, forcibly displaced millions of individuals across the…

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