Author: Aïcha Abdou

On May 4, 2026, a notable encounter unfolded in Kidal, Mali, as prominent figures El Hadj Ag Gamou and Alghabass Ag Intallah were observed together at a central roundabout. They stood amidst combatants from the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a scene that vividly illustrates the intricate political and security landscape within this strategically vital city in West Africa. The presence of these key leaders in Kidal underscores the ongoing tensions and strategic maneuvers defining the region. Beyond local dynamics, the broader security environment in Mali and the Sahel…

The provisional detention of Cameroonian opposition figure Djeukam Tchameni has been prolonged for another six months, a decision immediately challenged by his legal team. A vocal supporter of Issa Tchiroma Bakary during the presidential election on October 12, 2025, Mr. Tchameni was apprehended shortly before the official announcement of the poll results. He faces charges including undermining state security, a serious accusation frequently employed by the Cameroonian military prosecutor in cases perceived to have political undertones. Maître Jean Joseph Claude Siewe, counsel for the detained politician, sharply criticizes the entire…

The Gabonese Ministry of National Education finds itself embroiled in a significant financial controversy. Approximately twenty individuals linked to the Central Directorate of Financial Affairs (DCAF) have been taken into police custody by the Judicial Police. This action is part of an ongoing investigation into a massive, alleged overbilling scheme involving cash vouchers. The reported financial damage exceeds 560 million FCFA, equivalent to nearly 850,000 euros, siphoned from funds allocated to one of the nation’s most critical sovereign departments. An elaborate system within DCAF Details emerging from the investigation indicate…

Commodity trading giant Gunvor finds itself under renewed criminal investigation in Switzerland, this time concerning a significant oil contract with Gabon valued at approximately one billion dollars. The proceedings, spearheaded by the Public Prosecutor’s Office of the Swiss Confederation (MPC), delve into the terms of the contract’s award and the intricate financial arrangements surrounding the agreement for Gabonese crude oil deliveries. Geneva continues to serve as a pivotal global hub for hydrocarbon trading, and in recent years, several key players in this sector have faced scrutiny over African corruption cases,…

The Malian junta has escalated its efforts to dismantle militant networks in the Sahel by placing a substantial bounty on the head of Iyad Ag Ghaly, the most hunted figure in the region. The announcement marks a bold move by the transitional government in Bamako, signaling a renewed commitment to combating extremist threats that have destabilized the country and neighboring nations for years. a high-stakes manhunt in the Sahel The decision to offer a reward for Ag Ghaly’s capture underscores the urgency of the situation. As the founder and leader…