Panafrica News

Niger’s Dosso region, particularly the Loga department, has experienced a dramatic surge in violence in recent weeks, with mid-July attacks displacing hundreds of residents. While military officials had promised heightened protection, civilians remain exposed to sudden and devastating incursions by armed factions, exposing a critical gap in regional security. Survivors recount harrowing escapes amid targeted assaults Testimonies from affected communities depict scenes of chaos as armed groups exploited weak security protocols to launch brutal raids on remote villages. Many residents fled under heavy gunfire, abandoning homes and possessions to escape…

State authorities refute speculations over President Biya’s health Cameroon’s government has categorically denied recent rumors suggesting President Paul Biya’s demise or a power vacuum at the helm of the state. In a statement delivered through government spokesperson and Minister of Communication René Emmanuel Sadi, authorities confirmed that the Head of State remains alive and continues to fulfill his duties, despite an extended stay abroad. The minister, speaking in a press briefing, emphasized that Paul Biya is in good health and has not resigned from office. While acknowledging the President’s temporary…

Thousands flee Kouakourou amid Mali displacement crisis Two weeks after fleeing Kouakourou in central Mali, thousands of residents continue to endure harsh conditions in displacement. Forced out of their homes following an ultimatum from militants of the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-linked group, they now struggle to rebuild lives outside their community. Following the takeover of the Kouakourou military base, jihadist forces ordered the complete evacuation of the town. Nearly 5,000 individuals left Kouakourou, seeking refuge in nearby villages such as Djenné, Bamako, or Mopti. In Mopti,…

The Mégapari affair has emerged as one of the most discussed economic and judicial cases this autumn in Dakar. An estimated seven billion CFA francs, equivalent to nearly 10.7 million euros, were allegedly embezzled from this sports betting and online gaming platform operating within the Senegalese market. This substantial sum, particularly significant for an economy where the national budget is measured in thousands of billions, triggers profound questions extending beyond a simple commercial dispute. It delves into the intricate issues of financial flow traceability, digital taxation, and the crucial protection…

Cameroon is gripped by uncertainty as prolonged absence of President Paul Biya, now 93 years old, sparks intense debate. The veteran leader has not been seen in public for nearly two months, intensifying rumors about his health and the stability of the nation’s leadership. The government has moved to quell speculation. René Emmanuel Sadi, Minister of Communication and government spokesperson, confirmed that Biya is alive and will return soon—without providing further details. His statement aimed to silence opposition voices demanding transparency regarding the president’s condition and the continuity of state…