Author: Aïcha Abdou

The Ebola epidemic is escalating swiftly across the Democratic Republic of Congo, with more than 1,000 new infections recorded within a single month. This rapid spread is particularly pronounced in regions grappling with armed conflicts and constrained access to healthcare. While a solitary imported case in France underscores the potential for global reach, officials maintain that the risk of widespread international transmission remains minimal due to robust surveillance and isolation protocols. The Ebola virus impacts the Democratic Republic of Congo. dr Congo faces escalating ebola outbreak: over 1,000 confirmed cases…

Signature des accords de Washington pour la paix et la prospérité The Washington and Doha accords, along with the Montreux commitments, initially raised high hopes. However, a new report from the United Nations Group of Experts brings them back to earth, describing only ‘limited results’. The withdrawals by the Rwanda Defence Force and the AFC/M23 amounted to nothing more than ‘tactical repositioning’ of 15 to 20 kilometres. Meanwhile, Rwandan reinforcements, including air defence systems, kept arriving until April 2026. No significant pullback was observed in the weeks that followed. The…

In a sharply worded open letter addressed to President Félix Tshisekedi on June 30, 2026, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Denis Mukwege delivered a scathing assessment of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s governance over the past seven years. His remarks focused on critical areas—including persistent insecurity in the eastern provinces, the controversial implementation of the state of emergency, diplomatic missteps, and stalled security sector reforms—that continue to undermine national stability and public confidence. The renowned physician and human rights advocate urgently appealed to the head of state to prioritize national…

The summer transfer window is heating up for Paris Saint-Germain, as confirmed reports highlight significant player movements within and outside the club. With the departure of Gonçalo Ramos to AC Milan now official, attention turns to other key figures whose futures remain uncertain. Gabriel Moscardo’s potential move to Espanyol Barcelona Gabriel Moscardo, a rising midfielder, could soon embark on a new chapter in his career. After joining Paris Saint-Germain in January 2024 for a €20 million fee, he was loaned to Stade de Reims for the 2024-2025 season, followed by…

Bénin Bénin: general Bertin Bada officially retires after 43 years of service After 43 years of service, air force general Bertin Bada has formally left the ranks of the Bénin armed forces. Personalities in this article Gildas Habib Bignon Agonkan Romuald Wadagni Patrice Talon A solemn ceremony took place on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 at the Cotonou Air Base to mark this event. Military honours, a salute to the flag, and a troop review punctuated the farewell of the highest-ranking officer in the army. The ceremony was attended by the…

The summer transfer window is well underway, and Olympique de Marseille is making headlines. Under pressure from UEFA to balance the books, the club must sell key players to avoid European competition bans. While Mason Greenwood’s future dominates discussions, another star could be heading for the exit. After a disastrous season, no one at Marseille is safe. Missing out on Champions League qualification already forced the club to tighten its belt, but UEFA’s recent warning has turned the need into an emergency. New sporting director Grégory Lorenzi is working on…