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The judicial saga surrounding post-election detainees in Cameroon drags on, leaving families and activists in a state of prolonged uncertainty. Months after the 2025 presidential vote, hundreds remain behind bars, caught in a labyrinth of legal delays and administrative hurdles. Critics argue the process has become a symbol of delayed justice, while authorities insist on due process. Legal limbo: A system overwhelmed by cases Courtrooms in Yaoundé and Douala are struggling to keep pace with the sheer volume of post-election cases. Defense attorneys describe a system buckling under the weight…

The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Sidi Ould Tah, paid an official visit to Libreville on Friday, meeting with Gabonese leader Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to discuss ways to deepen cooperation between the pan-African institution and the Central African nation. The AfDB delegation, led by its president and including Gabon resident representative Nouredine Kane Dia, engaged in high-level discussions focused on assessing the bank’s current portfolio in Gabon and aligning future projects with the government’s development priorities. Key development priorities: water, energy and agriculture During the meeting, Gabon…

Viral footage has laid bare the staggering cost of living in Dakar, where everyday staples like chicken—priced at 2,610 F CFA per kilogram—now exceed Parisian rates, deepening concerns about Senegalese purchasing power. A stark contrast in essentials When comparing prices between Senegal’s capital and France’s, the disparities are eye-opening. A kilogram of whole chicken sells for 2,610 F CFA in Dakar versus the equivalent of 2,300 F CFA in Paris. Butter, too, reflects this imbalance: 2,990 F CFA in Dakar against 1,990 F CFA in the French capital. Even cooking…

Gabon’s political renaissance takes shape under the equatorial sky The aspirations of the Gabonese people are no longer confined to words—they are now etched in the concrete actions reshaping the nation. From the bustling streets of Libreville to the quiet corners of rural towns, a palpable shift is underway. Political resolve has never been stronger, mirroring the collective yearning for progress that grows with each passing day. August 2023: a turning point in Gabon’s modern history By the time the sun set on August 30, 2023, the nation had reached…

A 50-million-dollar ransom, paid in late 2025 to secure the release of foreign hostages held by Al-Qaïda-affiliated militants in Mali, has directly fueled the group’s military and operational expansion across the Sahel, according to a confidential United Nations assessment obtained by this newsroom. How the ransom reshaped the threat landscape The document, finalized on August 10, 2026, does not disclose the hostages’ identities or the payer’s nationality. However, regional intelligence sources indicate that the funds originated from the United Arab Emirates. Three individuals—an Emirati citizen, a Pakistani national, and an…

Algeria and Niger have marked a significant milestone in regional energy collaboration, strengthening their economic partnership through strategic hydrocarbon exchanges. This breakthrough comes as Sonatrach, Algeria’s leading energy corporation, and Niger’s state-owned Sonidep finalize their first contractual deliveries of aviation fuel Jet A1 to the Nigerien market. The fuel is being dispatched from the Adrar refinery (RA1D), fulfilling a supply agreement that underscores the growing energy integration across the Sahel. Jet A1 deliveries begin from Algeria’s Adrar refinery The inaugural shipment represents more than just a commercial transaction—it signals the…

Algeria has recently intensified its diplomatic and economic engagement with Mali and Niger, marking a significant shift in its regional approach. After fifteen months of strained relations with Bamako, Algiers restored full diplomatic ties and reopened its airspace to Malian aircraft. Meanwhile, Algeria deepened its cooperation with Niamey by delivering four military helicopters, reviving oil projects, and jointly commercializing Nigerien crude. These moves reflect a broader Algerian strategy to reclaim lost influence in the Sahel before Morocco solidifies its economic and political footprint in the region. Rebuilding ties with Bamako…

Morocco’s pivotal role in the release of a french spy in Mali In a remarkable display of diplomatic influence, Morocco has emerged as the linchpin in securing the release of Yann Vézilier, a French intelligence operative held in Mali for nearly a year. The breakthrough came when Malian President Assimi Goïta granted Vézilier a presidential pardon on August 13, 2026, allowing him to leave the country. Vézilier, a DGSE agent, had been detained since August 2025 and sentenced to 20 years in prison in June 2026 on charges of undermining…