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Cameroun: ruling party defends president's extended overseas absenceAjoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google.Jacques Fame Ndongo, Cameroon’s Minister of State, dismissed claims of an unconstitutional power vacuum, labeling them ‘legal barbarism’ and ‘political illogic’. He emphasized that no legal framework in Cameroon stipulates a maximum duration for a president’s absence from national territory. Attempting to apply a non-existent constitutional clause to President Paul Biya would be akin to ‘navigating shifting sands through sheer imaginative prowess’, Ndongo asserted. The veteran leader, in power since 1982, remains actively engaged, he claimed, meticulously overseeing national affairs—whether in person or via secure digital channels accessible to his team...

Togo is concerned over the presence of forces from Africa Corps and Turkey in the northern region, according to sources.The country's government has expressed its worries about the military presence, which it believes could destabilize the region.African Tribune news By Fati Seyni — Analyst

Cameroon’s prolonged leadership gap fuels governance concerns The prolonged absence of Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has sparked intense public debate and speculation about the country’s political direction. Departing on June 7, 2026, for what was described as a brief private visit to Europe alongside his wife, the 93-year-old leader has yet to return after 44 days abroad. Paul Biya, the world’s oldest sitting leader © Jemal Countess/UPI/newscom/picture alliance This prolonged silence has intensified rumors about his health, circulating widely across media outlets and social platforms. While authorities insist all state institutions remain fully operational, critics argue the lack of transparency raises serious questions about governance contin...

Following a pivotal meeting with religious leaders in Kinshasa, President Félix Tshisekedi has reversed course and committed to organizing a long-awaited inclusive national dialogue. The announcement comes after over a year of persistent demands from opposition groups and civil society for such a forum to address pressing national issues. For the initiative to move forward, the President must now formally convene the dialogue through an official decree, appoint facilitators, establish clear mandates, and set a realistic timeline and framework for discussions. The critical question remains: what prompted this unexpected reversal in policy? Opposition response and timeline The platform C64, representing a coalition of opposition forces, has agreed to postpone its scheduled protest...

Abandon de la Sosucam par Somdia : ce que l’on cache au président When Somdia announced its departure from Sosucam, despite the commitments made by Pierre Castel to the President of the Republic, the true motives behind this move remain obscured. Behind the official narrative lies a web of unresolved conflicts and systemic mismanagement. According to industry insiders, Somdia’s decision to leave Cameroon stems from a deliberate strategy to redirect investments toward more favorable markets. While the group has allegedly justified its exit as a response to internal family disputes, the reality reveals a far more complex picture. Profiteering over public interest The sugar industry in Cameroon has long been a battleground for influential figures who exploit import licenses for pers...

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the opposition has delayed its planned march for this Wednesday while maintaining fierce opposition to a potential third term for President Félix Tshisekedi. The coalition insists the national dialogue, announced by the head of state, must begin before August 15. What do you make of this ultimatum? What are your expectations for this national dialogue? An escalating political crisis The postponement of the opposition's protest does little to mask the deepening political tensions in the country. At the heart of the dispute is President Félix Tshisekedi's potential bid for a third term, a move critics argue violates constitutional limits. The opposition, united in its stance, has set a firm deadline for the dialogue to commence, signaling growing impatie...

The Democratic Republic of Congo is at a critical juncture as opposition groups maintain their firm stance against President Félix Tshisekedi’s potential bid for a third term. While the planned protest march has been postponed, the opposition has set an ultimatum for the government: the long-awaited national dialogue must commence before August 15. Why the urgency? The opposition’s insistence on dialogue reflects growing concerns over governance and constitutional integrity. Félix Tshisekedi’s eligibility for a third term has sparked intense debate, with critics arguing that such a move would undermine democratic principles. The opposition’s call for dialogue aims to address these concerns and ensure adherence to the constitution. What can we expect from the national dialogue? The nation...