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Togo’s legislative agenda takes decisive steps to address pressing national priorities This week marks the commencement of Togo’s second extraordinary parliamentary session, convened under the leadership of National Assembly President Prof. Komi Selom Klassou. Called into action by President Faure Gnassingbé, this urgent legislative gathering aims to tackle critical socio-economic and institutional challenges facing the nation. Three landmark reforms set to reshape key sectors Three transformative bills are poised to bring sweeping changes to strategic domains: Business climate and private sector development: A comprehensive overhaul of commercial courts seeks to…

The National Assembly of the Sénégal convened its first extraordinary session yesterday, marking a pivotal moment in the legislative agenda. During the opening proceedings, the Assembly’s president, Ousmane Sonko, announced the receipt of seven draft laws submitted by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. However, these initiatives will not be included in the current session’s agenda. Draft laws blocked from debate The seven draft laws submitted by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye cover a range of international agreements and conventions. Among them are proposals for ratifying the Marrakech Treaty to improve access to…

Deadly Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo claims over 2,000 lives Gavin Blackburn The Ebola outbreak ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed the lives of more than 2,011 people this year, according to the latest official figures, raising fears it could become the country’s most devastating epidemic on record. Government data released late Tuesday evening revealed a total of 4,381 confirmed cases. While the first 1,000 deaths took nearly nine weeks to accumulate, the second thousand were recorded in just three weeks—a stark indication that the health…

Ousmane Diagne takes the helm of Senegal’s Constitutional Council In a solemn ceremony, Ousmane Diagne has been officially installed as the new president of Senegal’s Constitutional Council, following a decree by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. His appointment comes after a prolonged period of institutional vacancy triggered by the untimely demise of his predecessor, Mamadou Badio Camara, in April 2025. On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, a high-profile swearing-in ceremony marked the formal induction of Ousmane Diagne as the Constitutional Council’s president. His elevation to this pivotal role was formalized through presidential…

ebola in democratic republic of Congo surpasses 2,000 deaths The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now claimed more than 2,000 lives, according to the latest official figures released this week. The outbreak, which continues to spread across multiple provinces in the eastern and northeastern regions, has already become the deadliest in the country’s recorded history. More than 4,300 confirmed cases reported The outbreak has resulted in 2,011 fatalities out of 4,381 confirmed cases, as confirmed by health authorities this week. The mortality rate stands at a…

Legal dispute erupts: Sani Mouhamadou denies citing Maxime Eko Eko in press statement Yaoundé’s legal circles are abuzz following a right of reply filed by Me Mélissa Nyoth, on behalf of her client Sani Mouhamadou, disputing claims made in a public statement attributed to Maxime Eko Eko Léopold. The controversy stems from a press release circulated on August 9, 2026, in which Eko Eko’s legal team alleged that Sani Mouhamadou had falsely implicated the Directorate General of External Research (DGRE) in a 2020 engagement involving his professional services and network.…

health emergency Cholera outbreak in Chad: N’Djamena faces highest death toll Chad is grappling with a worsening cholera outbreak, with 320 confirmed cases and 15 deaths recorded as of August 8. In just three days, 52 new infections were reported, pushing the national fatality rate to 4.7%—far exceeding the 1% threshold considered manageable under proper medical care. N’Djamena, the capital, stands out as the epicenter of fatalities, accounting for eight of the 15 deaths despite reporting fewer cases than other regions. Health The outbreak has spread across three provinces: Hadjer-Lamis,…

A pivotal doctoral defense on contractual freedom in OHADA cooperative law We are pleased to announce that on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, Mr. Sahalim AKAN successfully defended his doctoral thesis in private law. The defense, which took place in Room N°1 of the LTAG at the Université de Lomé in Togo, focused on the crucial topic of « Contractual Freedom in the OHADA Uniform Act on Cooperative Company Law ». The esteemed jury comprised: Mr. Koffi Mawunyo AGBENOTO, Full Professor, Université de Lomé (Togo), served as the Jury President; Mr. Ampah JOHNSON-ANSAH,…

The Cameroonian state is advancing its plans to repurchase a significant stake from the British energy firm Globeleq, encompassing its holdings in two critical electricity production companies. Yaoundé is currently engaged in active discussions with the London-based investor to acquire its 56% shares in Kribi Power Development Company (KPDC) and Dibamba Power Development Company (DPDC). An indicative valuation for this transaction hovers around 80 billion FCFA, equivalent to approximately 138 million US dollars. While a formal offer has yet to be tabled, negotiations are reportedly well-advanced, with both parties aiming…

Chad N’Djamena court case: military man accuses wife of adultery A sensitive moral case in Chad’s capital involves adultery allegations and a claim for the return of the bride price. The court has adjourned the hearing after the prosecutor’s firm arguments and the defendants’ plea citing marital injustice. A tense legal battle has unfolded at the N’Djamena courtroom, centering on allegations of infidelity, marital abandonment, and a disputed bride price. The plaintiff, a soldier deployed in Chad’s high-risk Lake Chad region, returned from duty to find his household in disarray.…

Sparta Prague to face Lyon without its captain in Champions League return Football Champions League Lukas Haraslin’s departure to Al-Fateh leaves Sparta Prague without its captain for the Champions League return against Lyon. Five seasons of loyalty to Sparta Prague came to an end for captain Lukas Haraslin after the first leg victory over Lyon (2-1). The Czech midfielder, who entered the pitch in the 84th minute, has since signed with Al-Fateh in Saudi Arabia’s Pro League. The club is set to receive a transfer fee close to €5 million,…