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The Chadian President, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, made a firm declaration last May: “We will continue this fight with unwavering resolve until this threat is completely eradicated.” His statement came in response to a brazen assault carried out by a faction of the Boko Haram insurgent group against a military outpost in Barka Tolorom, situated along the Chadian shoreline of Lake Chad. The attack claimed the lives of 24 soldiers, sending shockwaves through the region. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno delivered a resolute statement after a deadly assault by Boko Haram affiliates on a military base in the Lake Chad region. “We will continue this fight with unwavering determination until this menace is completely eliminated,” he declared in a social media post on May 5th. The attack, which targeted the Barka Tolorom military outpost on the Chadian side of the lake, resulted in 24 soldier fatalities. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno of Chad has vowed to intensify efforts against the escalating threat posed by Boko Haram. In a firm statement shared on social media, he declared, « We will continue this fight with unwavering resolve until this menace is completely eradicated »—a response to the recent assault on a military outpost near Barka Tolorom, situated along Chad’s Lake Chad shoreline. The brazen attack claimed the lives of 24 soldiers, underscoring the jihadist group’s renewed operational strength. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

On a pivotal gathering held in N’Djamena, transport and logistics stakeholders from Cameroon, Chad, and the Central African Republic convened for the fifth edition of the tripartite forum focused on regional transit corridors. The two-day event, centered on enhancing trade fluidity through Cameroonian ports like Douala and Kribi, addressed critical challenges such as logistical bottlenecks and cross-border inefficiencies. The meeting, attended by key figures including Fatima Goukouni Weddeye, Jean Ernest Masséna Ngallè Bibéhè, and a representative from the Central African Republic’s Ministry of Transport, aimed to dismantle barriers hindering seamless…

The stakes couldn’t be higher as the Paris Saint-Germain edges closer to securing the Ligue 1 title following a dramatic late winner against Stade Brestois. The Parisians now have the chance to clinch the championship on the road at RC Lens’ home ground. While a draw would hand PSG the crown, a victory for Lens could inject fresh drama into the league’s final act. A win by the home side would reduce the gap to just one point, setting the stage for an unpredictable final matchday. Under immense pressure, the…

The Republic of Chad is advancing its plans to revitalize critical transit corridors linking N’Djamena to Douala in Cameroon and Bangui in the Central African Republic (CAR). A sweeping modernization initiative aims to streamline trade flows between these three nations, all heavily reliant on the Port of Douala for imports and exports. The push goes beyond mere road upgrades—it addresses economic competitiveness, food security, and deeper integration within the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC). Lifeline for landlocked economies For both Chad and the Central African Republic, the Cameroonian…

The transfer of venue for Romuald Wadagni’s investiture ceremony has been officially confirmed. Initially scheduled to take place at the Stade Charles de Gaulle in Porto-Novo, the event will now unfold at the Palais des Congrès in Cotonou. Far from being a mere logistical adjustment, this decision underscores a commitment to political coherence and a tribute to the progressive modernization ethos shaping Bénin’s trajectory. Prioritizing progress over pageantry The decision to relocate the ceremony, in favor of initiating the reconstruction of Porto-Novo’s administrative capital stadium, sends a powerful message to…