Author: Aïcha Abdou

Journalist

Gabon’s vision for a disciplined transition in Guinea-Bissau

Aïcha Abdou

Afrique Politique Gabon’s vision for a disciplined transition in Guinea-Bissau Libreville, Thursday, August 20, 2026 – The message emanating from Libreville extends beyond mere solidarity between two African nations. During Guinea-Bissau’s visit for Gabon’s 66th independence anniversary celebrations, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema unequivocally reiterated his commitment to supporting the ongoing transition process in Bissau, which began in 2025. His central conviction remains clear: a transition can only achieve lasting legitimacy if it culminates in a credible return to constitutional governance within the stipulated timeframe. The reception extended to the…

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Mali: russian-controlled africa corps implicated in bombori village atrocities

Aïcha Abdou

Click to expand Image In early July 2026, forces from the Russia-controlled Africa Corps summarily executed nine civilians, including four children, and subjected dozens more to brutal beatings in central Mali. The Africa Corps fighters also ransacked and set ablaze at least eight homes, reportedly while searching for individuals suspected of links to Islamist armed groups. On July 10, around 5 a.m., over 100 Africa Corps combatants, accompanied by several Malian soldiers, stormed Bombori village in the Mopti region. Traveling in pick-up trucks and on motorcycles, they forcibly entered homes…

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Amadou Ba of Pastef reveals details on Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré phone calls

Aïcha Abdou

During a press briefing organized by Pastef-Les Patriotes, Deputy Amadou Ba unveiled what he asserts to be the definitive account of telephone conversations that reportedly took place between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré while the current Prime Minister was incarcerated. This revelation comes as Ba continues to defend the head of government amidst ongoing controversies surrounding the management of public funds. According to the deputy, the former Prime Minister made deeply critical remarks about Bassirou Diomaye Faye during this specific call. “Diomaye is incapable of leading this country. If you…

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Burkina Faso’s security crisis: assessing the government’s response amid growing challenges

Aïcha Abdou

The escalating security threats gripping Burkina Faso have intensified scrutiny over the government’s communication methods. On August 19, the designated terrorist entity, JNIM, asserted responsibility for capturing three strategically vital positions previously held by the Volontaires pour la défense de la patrie (VDP) in the northern sector. These coordinated strikes targeted Séguénéga, located in Yatenga, and Bourzanga, in Bam, further expanding the operational reach of armed factions in the region. This most recent attack underscores persistent concerns regarding the government’s ability to maintain control over recovered zones. The surge in…

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Manifestation de soutien des jeunes filles centrafricaines à l’ambassadeur de France en Centrafrique

Aïcha Abdou

Politique Gouvernance Centrafrique : comment Wagner finance la manifestation des jeunes filles pour soutenir l’ambassadeur de France à Bangui Par Corbeaunews – 19 août 2026 0 2 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Article précédentNana-Mambéré : nouveau revers militaire cuisant pour Wagner face aux hommes du général Marcel Ndalé, plusieurs morts http://www.corbeaunews-centrafrique.com Facebook Vimeo By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Abdourahmane Diouf questions Sénégal’s political fund vehicle acquisitions

Aïcha Abdou

Abdourahmane Diouf scrutinizes state vehicle procurement The ongoing controversy surrounding the management of political funds within Sénégal’s Primature has taken a new turn. Abdourahmane Diouf recently voiced his concerns regarding statements made by Ousmane Sonko, who had previously indicated using political allocations from the Primature for vehicle acquisitions. The minister recounted his own experience from his tenure overseeing the Ministry of Higher Education. He described how his official state vehicle broke down while he was en route to a Sénégal national team match, just days before a ministerial reshuffle. This…

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Burkina Faso’s ECOWAS paradox: financial reliance amid official criticism

Aïcha Abdou

While official communications from Captain Ibrahim Traoré consistently denounce ECOWAS, frequently characterizing it as an instrument manipulated by Western powers, the financial realities present a starkly different narrative. Beyond the realm of political rhetoric, the facts underscore that the Burkinabè government actively seeks and receives substantial financial support from this very regional institution. This inherent paradox warrants careful examination, as it illuminates a significant divergence between political discourse and the persistent economic challenges that any nation inevitably confronts. An organization may be subject to political condemnation, yet pragmatically remain a…

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Kloto 1 unveils bold 2026 budget for local development surge

Aïcha Abdou

Kpalimé, August 18, 2026 — The municipal council of Kloto 1 is accelerating its development agenda. During its third ordinary session of 2026, local officials approved a substantial budget increase of 456.3 million FCFA, pushing the commune’s total budget from 531.2 million to over 987.5 million FCFA.   Transforming budget into visible progress The 46.2% surge marks a decisive strategic shift, with nearly all new funds earmarked for direct territorial development. Operating expenses remain tightly controlled, consuming just 19.66% of the budget, while a staggering 80.34% flows into tangible investment…

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Joachim mbatchi pambou calls for a national consolidation pact in Gabon

Aïcha Abdou

Amidst the celebration of Gabon’s 66th Independence Day, Joachim Mbatchi Pambou, who presides over the Forum for the Defense of the Republic (FDR) and was a candidate in the August 2023 presidential election, publicly urged all national stakeholders to forge a ‘National Consolidation Pact’. This initiative is envisioned as a framework to unite patriots around Gabon’s most critical national priorities. The concept advanced by the FDR president is neither a power-sharing arrangement nor an appeal for the opposition to abandon its fundamental role. Instead, Joachim Mbatchi Pambou seeks to establish…

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Washington intensifies pressure on Sahel juntas amid escalating human rights abuses

Aïcha Abdou

A mounting humanitarian crisis in West Africa As human rights violations escalate dramatically across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the United States faces increasing calls to take decisive action. On Capitol Hill, Representative James P. McGovern is strongly urging the Trump administration to implement targeted sanctions against high-ranking officials within the Sahel’s military juntas. With a horrifying toll of over 2,600 lives lost already in 2026, including the massacre of 500 civilians in Mali, extrajudicial killings in Burkina Faso, and deadly airstrikes in Niger, the region has reached a critical…

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Côte d’Ivoire announces fixed farm-gate price for shea kernels

Aïcha Abdou

Côte d’Ivoire has officially established the farm-gate price for shea kernels at 250 F/Kg, a significant economic decision aimed at bolstering the nation’s vital agricultural sector. This strategic move provides a crucial benchmark for producers, ensuring a stable and equitable income for those engaged in the cultivation and harvesting of shea nuts across the country. The setting of this fixed price is anticipated to introduce greater predictability into the market, safeguarding farmers against price volatility and encouraging sustained production. Supporting the shea sector in Côte d’Ivoire The shea industry plays…

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