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Extrême-Nord: boko haram secures release of 35 fishermen after ransom payment
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Extrême-Nord: boko haram secures release of 35 fishermen after ransom payment

Thirty-five fishermen, previously held captive by Boko Haram, have been released in the Extrême-Nord region following the payment of a 2.7 million FCFA ransom.Thirty-five fishermen regain freedom after Boko Haram abduction. In the Extrême-Nord region, a group of 35 fishermen, who had been held captive for several days by the Islamist extremist group Boko Haram, were finally released. Their freedom was secured following the payment of a ransom amounting to 2.7 million FCFA. This sum was reportedly gathered and paid by the families of the abducted individuals. According to initial accounts from the newly liberated fishermen, they were detained in the Filin Bado area, an expansive zone comprising numerous islands within Lake Chad. This incident underscores a concerning trend in society acros...
Manchester city appoints enzo maresca as new manager, malo gusto transfer nears completion
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Manchester city appoints enzo maresca as new manager, malo gusto transfer nears completion

Across the Atlantic, Malo Gusto is part of the France national team squad chasing a third world title during the 2026 World Cup. Meanwhile in England, his transfer from Chelsea to Manchester City is taking shape and appears confirmed since the official announcement of Enzo Maresca as head coach. The long-awaited announcement for Manchester City supporters, who had been without a manager since Pep Guardiola left at the end of May, came this Monday, June 29. Enzo Maresca has become the new coach of the Skyblues. This is the first time the Citizens' hierarchy has made such an announcement since 2016, when Pep Guardiola was appointed. The Italian tactician has signed a three-year contract with City. Enzo Maresca officially named Manchester City manager His mandate comes with the ambition...
Composition Brésil – Japon, Coupe du Monde, 2ème journée : résultat match du lundi 29 juin 2026
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Composition Brésil – Japon, Coupe du Monde, 2ème journée : résultat match du lundi 29 juin 2026

Composition Brésil - Japon, Coupe du Monde, 2ème journée : résultat match du lundi 29 juin 2026BRE19:00 29/06/2026JPNCommentairesCompositionStatsRésultatsSuivez en direct la rencontre de football qui oppose Brésil et Japon. Le coup d’envoi du match est donné par l'arbitre Maurizio Mariani. Le match se déroule au stade Houston Stadium le 29/06/2026 à 19:00. La composition des équipes est désormais connue et disponible sur cette page. Brésil est entraîné par Carlo Ancelotti. En face Hajime Moriyasu est sur le banc de Japon. Retrouvez les temps forts et le résultat du match Brésil - Japon en direct.Possession%BRE0%JPN0%Tirs cadrésBRE0JPN0PassesBRE0JPN0Duels GagnésBRE0JPN0Fautes CommisesBRE0JPN0ArrêtsBRE0JPN0Suivez en direct la rencontre de football qui oppose Brésil et Japon. Le coup d’envoi ...
Psg transfer news: maghnes akliouche makes his decision during the 2026 world cup
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Psg transfer news: maghnes akliouche makes his decision during the 2026 world cup

With the 2026 World Cup in full swing, Paris Saint-Germain is ramping up its summer recruitment. The capital club is accelerating efforts, particularly regarding the transfer of Maghnes Akliouche. The French international has reportedly made his choice clear should he leave AS Monaco this summer. After securing a second consecutive Champions League triumph, PSG is clearly planning an eventful summer transfer window. The club aims to provide Luis Enrique with fresh options for the upcoming season, and has shifted into higher gear for its recruitment. Parisian leaders are now actively working to secure Maghnes Akliouche. The 24-year-old, currently representing France at the 2026 World Cup, appears to have already decided his future. Maghnes Akliouche chooses his next destination Maghne...
Camrail injects nearly $1.25 billion into Cameroon’s economy in 27 years
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Camrail injects nearly $1.25 billion into Cameroon’s economy in 27 years

Since 1999, Camrail has contributed an estimated 750 billion CFA francs (approximately $1.25 billion) to the Cameroonian economy over 27 years. The announcement came from Pierre Ngon, the managing director of the Cameroonian railway concessionaire, during a press dinner in Douala on June 22, 2026. This cumulative figure highlights the railway operator's long-term impact on national economic development. By Harouna Ousmane — Reporter
Cesc Fabregas returns to Arsenal with Como for emotional pre-season friendly
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Cesc Fabregas returns to Arsenal with Como for emotional pre-season friendly

Cesc Fabregas, Arsenal legend, is set for an emotional return to his boyhood club this summer. His Como side will travel to north London for a pre-season friendly. The former Gunners captain will lead the Italian team onto the pitch at the Emirates Stadium on August 12, as both clubs fine-tune preparations for the 2026-2027 season.An emotional return for a Gunners iconScheduled for Wednesday evening at 7:30 PM British time, this match marks Fabregas's return to his old stomping ground, this time as a manager. An undoubtedly poignant moment for the Spaniard, who made his professional debut at Arsenal in 2003 and spent eight years there before moving to Barcelona, becoming a fan idol. For Como, this trip to the Emirates is a major milestone in their rapid rise and will serve as a real test a...
Gabon posts $6.90 billion trade surplus in 2025, showcasing economic resilience
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Gabon posts $6.90 billion trade surplus in 2025, showcasing economic resilience

Gabon recorded a trade surplus of $6.90 billion in 2025, according to the African Trade Report 2026 published by Afreximbank. This result was achieved despite a global environment marked by shrinking trade, falling oil prices, and disruptions on maritime routes, underscoring the structural strength of the country's external position. The surplus stems from a net differential between exports, which held steady at $10.73 billion, and imports, which remained stable at $3.83 billion. With an export-to-import ratio exceeding 2.8 to 1, Gabon enjoys a favorable standing within the CEMAC zone, where several economies have seen their trade balances squeezed by rising freight and input costs. The global backdrop was far from supportive. World merchandise trade grew only 4.6% in 2025 after a contract...
Jacob Nguini: a model of integration and republican harmony in Bafoussam
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Jacob Nguini: a model of integration and republican harmony in Bafoussam

This profile takes center stage to show that living together is a reality in Cameroon, delivering a direct challenge to those who promote ethnic division.Jacob Nguini stands as one of the most powerful examples of national unity and republican integration in Cameroon. Originally from Abong-Mbang in the East region (Haut-Nyong department), this trained journalist and communicator was elected and served as the 5th deputy mayor of the Bafoussam 1er commune in the West region during the 2013–2020 term.His election represents a strong symbol of political integration at the local level. Jacob Nguini was chosen by a predominantly indigenous Bamiléké population. Residents affectionately called him “Monsieur le Maire,” proof of his full acceptance by the community.Analysts and observers of Cameroon...
Morocco’s DGED infiltrated the Polisario from Latin America
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Morocco’s DGED infiltrated the Polisario from Latin America

An unprecedented dive into the secret workings of Moroccan diplomacy and intelligence. A series of confidential correspondence, dated October 2008 and originating from the Moroccan embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, reveals how Rabat orchestrated an infiltration and diplomatic counteroffensive strategy to weaken the Polisario Front and counter Algerian influence in Central America by leveraging intelligence provided by Sahrawi diplomat Salama Ould Hennane. Addressed directly to Yassine El Mansouri, head of the DGED (Directorate General for Studies and Documentation — Morocco's external intelligence service), these letters signed by Ambassador Dr Brahim Housseine Moussa highlight deep tribal divisions among the separatists and major geopolitical shifts, particularly in Panama. The Rguibate vers...
PSG prepares for two blockbuster signings in summer 2025
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PSG prepares for two blockbuster signings in summer 2025

Paris Saint-Germain fans hoping for a more dynamic summer 2025 transfer window are about to get their wish. The capital club is preparing to make a major impact right at the start of this transfer period. Two significant attacking reinforcements are expected to arrive in the coming weeks – but not before, as both are currently representing their countries at the World Cup.The first is a familiar face in French football: Maghnes Akliouche.The French international has been won over by the Parisian side, and AS Monaco is already planning for life without their attacking midfielder. Skilful, left-footed, and versatile, Akliouche would take the place of Lee Kang-in in the PSG squad, as the South Korean is set to leave the club.Diomandé makes his decisionThe other blockbuster signing of this ear...
Togo’s road scandal: how new agencies could hide 200 million dollars from world bank
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Togo’s road scandal: how new agencies could hide 200 million dollars from world bank

The announcement of the creation of AGEROUTE (Agency for Road Works and Management) and SONAFIR (National Road Financing Company) during a cabinet meeting was meticulously crafted, following the state’s usual communication playbook. Touted as a groundbreaking step toward modernizing road sector governance and streamlining infrastructure projects, this restructuring hides a far less transparent agenda. For seasoned financial observers in West Africa, this institutional overhaul resembles a carefully staged political maneuver designed to obscure the flow of funds. Timing that raises eyebrows In Togo, public governance is often a matter of political timing. But why dismantle the former SAFER (Autonomous Road Maintenance Financing Company) and fragment the road sector at this precise moment? ...
10-year-old girl stabbed to death in Yaoundé neighbourhood
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10-year-old girl stabbed to death in Yaoundé neighbourhood

A tragic incident has shaken the Anguissa neighbourhood in Yaoundé's fourth district. In the night of Saturday 27 to Sunday 28 June 2026, a ten-year-old girl named Sylvana was fatally stabbed.The young victim succumbed to multiple stab wounds allegedly inflicted by a 22-year-old woman. The suspect later claimed she acted under the influence of the Holy Spirit. The attack took place while Sylvana's parents were away.Authorities apprehended the presumed perpetrator on Sunday 28 June at a place of worship. She is now in police custody as investigations continue to shed light on this heinous crime. By Harouna Ousmane — Reporter