Author: Aïcha Abdou

The Republic of Chad has been chosen as the guest of honor for the 54th edition of Cameroon’s National Day parade, a milestone event set for May 20, 2026, in Yaoundé and throughout the country. Honoring Unity and Strength Known locally as Fête de l’Unité, this annual celebration pays tribute to national cohesion and remains one of Cameroon’s most significant institutional and patriotic events. For 2026, the official theme is « National Unity: The Foundation of Our Defense and the Bedrock of Cameroon’s Development ». A Grand Display of Patriotism…

Senegal fans must self-fund world cup 2026 trip from own pockets Senegal’s Sports Minister Khady Diène Gaye has confirmed that the government will not cover travel costs for supporters heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. The decision closes the door on any official fan mobilization, leaving football enthusiasts to arrange their own journeys to cheer on the Lions. Visa hurdles and government stance Addressing the nation on Sud FM, Minister Gaye cited visa rejections for key supporter representatives as a key factor in the government’s…

Lomé played host to a stark reality check as Biashara Afrika 2026 kicked off, where high-flying entrepreneurs found themselves locked out of the host nation despite holding valid regional travel documents. What began as a celebration of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and its promise of a unified market of 1.4 billion consumers ended in a comedy of errors at Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport. The incident laid bare the gap between panafrican rhetoric and on-the-ground realities. The passport paradox: why African investors fear African borders The forum’s opening…

Read in the app Alain Aka Correspondent in Côte d’Ivoire Laurent Gbagbo PPA-CI Ivorian government envoy Ahoua Don Mello recently concluded a discreet but significant visit to Moscow, raising eyebrows across political circles. The trip, shrouded in secrecy, unfolded far from the public eye and outside the usual diplomatic channels tied to the Parti Patriotique de Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) framework. An unpublicized diplomatic mission Sources within the Ivorian diplomatic corps revealed that Ahoua Don Mello’s Moscow stopover was kept under tight wraps. No official statements were issued, and the visit…

AS Monaco finalizes Nazinho’s transfer from Cercle Bruges Monaco has reached a €5 million agreement with Belgian side Cercle Bruges to sign Portuguese left-back Nazinho, pending a medical examination. After intense negotiations, AS Monaco has secured the services of 22-year-old Portuguese defender Nazinho from Cercle Bruges, a club closely affiliated with the Ligue 1 outfit. The transfer fee has been set at €5 million, with Monaco now waiting for the player to complete his medical checks before finalizing the deal. The young left-back, known for his defensive solidity and versatility,…

From the sweet pineapples of Allada to the organic soybeans of Ouémé Valley and the golden honey of the northern hills, Benin‘s agricultural treasures are making waves across international tables. This export boom is no accident—it’s the result of a deliberate government strategy led by President Patrice Talon to break through stringent customs and health barriers. Discover how a green revolution is transforming local farmers’ lives and reshaping the nation’s economy. Overcoming global standards: the quality leap For years, Benin’s agricultural ingenuity struggled to reach beyond regional borders, stifled by…