Day: November 5, 2026

Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea align strategies for Yoyo-Yolanda gas field unit operations

Ousmane Tandja

The behind-the-scenes dynamics driving Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea’s collaborative approach to shared gas resources took a decisive step forward in Yaoundé. Unpacking the strategic positioning ahead of Chevron negotiations The National Hydrocarbons Corporation (SNH) in Yaoundé played host to a pivotal bilateral meeting on November 4, 2026. The session brought together Cameroonian and Equatorial Guinean delegations to finalize their joint position on the Unit Operations Agreement (AOU) for the cross-border Yoyo-Yolanda gas fields. This alignment paves the way for upcoming discussions with Chevron, the project’s key partner. Nathalie Moudiki, Senior…

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Cross-border gold exploitation: assessing the environmental and diplomatic fallout in West Africa

Ousmane Tandja

Confronting the environmental and geopolitical ripple effects of illegal mining Across West Africa, the clandestine pursuit of gold is sparking a growing crisis that extends far beyond the boundaries of a single nation. While Burkina Faso grapples with internal and regional challenges, there is increasing scrutiny of its citizens who participate in illegal gold panning in neighboring countries. The environmental damage left in their wake polluted rivers, deforested landscapes, and scarred farmlands underscores a critical question: what are the true costs of prioritizing profit over ecological and communal responsibility? The…

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