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Cameroon confronts fraudulent flag use by ‘ghost fleet’ tanker Tagor
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Cameroon confronts fraudulent flag use by ‘ghost fleet’ tanker Tagor

The tanker Tagor, originating from Murmansk and suspected of falsely displaying a Cameroonian flag, was intercepted on May 31 approximately 400 nautical miles west of Brittany before being redirected to France for further investigation. The vessel known as the Tagor encountered an interception on May 31, roughly 740 kilometers (400 nautical miles) west of Brittany, amidst suspicions of illegally flying a Cameroonian flag. This tanker, which had set sail from Murmansk, Russia, and was reportedly en route to Limbe, Cameroon, underwent a nationality verification at sea, conducted under the authority of Article 110 of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Following this procedure, the French Navy escorted the vessel, diverting it to France. Yaoundé den...
Lucas chevalier transfer saga: psg and foreign clubs eye goalie’s future
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Lucas chevalier transfer saga: psg and foreign clubs eye goalie’s future

Lucas Chevalier, the 24-year-old goalkeeper who joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) just a year ago, finds himself at a career crossroads. After being overlooked for France’s World Cup squad, the former LOSC Lille prospect faces an uncertain future in Paris as speculation swirls about his next move. The French international, signed for €55 million (including bonuses) last summer, has struggled to secure playing time under PSG’s new hierarchy, where Matvey Safonov has been favored. With his World Cup omission serving as a wake-up call, Chevalier now waits to learn his fate as the club weighs its options for the upcoming season. foreign clubs circle as psg ponders next steps Despite his high-profile transfer, Chevalier’s time in Paris has been far from smooth. Now, his ...
Niger emerges as strategic linchpin for Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline
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Niger emerges as strategic linchpin for Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline

The African energy landscape is poised for a historic transformation, with Niger now establishing itself as a central player. Officially launched on June 4 in coordination with strategic partners Algeria and Nigeria, the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline (TSGP) project has entered a decisive phase. Spanning over 4,000 kilometers, this mega-project aims to transport Nigerian natural gas to the heart of Europe, crossing Niger from south to north. For Niamey, the stakes go beyond a simple infrastructure project: it is an assertion of economic sovereignty and a new geopolitical standing on the international stage. The Niger corridor: Bridging Africa’s energy future The TSGP route will connect the major gas fields of the Niger Delta to existing Algerian pipeline networks (including Medgaz and Transmed...
Burkina Faso hosts major interafrican insurance summit in Ouagadougou
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Burkina Faso hosts major interafrican insurance summit in Ouagadougou

Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo welcomed a delegation from the Interafrican Federation of Insurance Brokers (FIAC) on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Led by its Interim President, Vakaramoko Samaké, the FIAC representatives briefed the Head of Government on the critical objectives of the Federation's 16th Annual General Assembly, scheduled to take place in Ouagadougou from June 10 to 13, 2026. This significant regional gathering, centered on the theme “The role of insurance brokerage in expanding access and improving penetration rate,” aims to position insurance brokers as pivotal players in driving financial inclusion across the continent. The event is set to convene nearly 200 insurance brokers from the 14 member countries of the CIMA zone (Interafrican Conference on Insurance Mar...
Cameroun : le nouveau gouvernement toujours attendu
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Cameroun : le nouveau gouvernement toujours attendu

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DRC’s auditor general exposes governance failures under President Tshisekedi
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DRC’s auditor general exposes governance failures under President Tshisekedi

The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s top financial watchdog has delivered a scathing assessment of governance under President Félix Tshisekedi, highlighting systemic weaknesses that threaten the country’s economic stability. The Cour des comptes, the nation’s highest auditing body, recently published a damning report that scrutinizes the management of public funds and institutional performance during Tshisekedi’s tenure. The findings underscore repeated failures in financial oversight, with the auditor general pointing to irregularities in key state-owned enterprises and public contracts. Among the most glaring examples cited is the Société des Mines de Kilo-Moto (Sokimo), a historic gold producer whose operations have come under intense scrutiny for alleged mismanagement and lack of tr...
University of Lomé seals strategic partnership with Creighton University
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University of Lomé seals strategic partnership with Creighton University

The University of Lomé is strengthening its global footprint. On Friday, June 5, 2026, the institution signed a framework cooperation agreement with Creighton University, a Jesuit university based in Omaha, Nebraska, in the United States.The agreement was countersigned by Professor Kossivi Hounaké, President of the University of Lomé, and Reverend Father Daniel Hendrickson, President of Creighton University. Through this partnership, both universities aim to deepen their collaboration in education, research, and knowledge exchange.The accord provides for the implementation of joint training and research programs, as well as the promotion of student, faculty, and researcher mobility. It also opens the door to organizing conferences, seminars, and other scientific activities of mutual intere...
Mali’s Russian Orion drone: a costly gamble in asymmetric warfare
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Mali’s Russian Orion drone: a costly gamble in asymmetric warfare

In a significant move to bolster its aerial capabilities, Bamako has officially taken delivery of a Russian-made Orion drone, designed for both reconnaissance and strike missions. While the Malian transitional authorities celebrate this as a milestone in their territorial reconquest efforts, military experts are raising serious concerns about the acquisition’s strategic value. Between technical mismatches with asymmetric warfare realities and a hefty price tag, questions linger about the drone’s actual battlefield impact. Mali strengthens ties with Moscow through high-end military hardware The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) have welcomed a new addition to their fleet: the Orion drone, a flagship Russian aeronautical product. This Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) aircraft is engineered fo...
Algeria and Chad launch 40 MW power plant to reduce N’Djamena electricity deficit
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Algeria and Chad launch 40 MW power plant to reduce N’Djamena electricity deficit

Algeria officially launched a 40-megawatt power plant project in N'Djamena on Monday, June 8. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb and Chadian Prime Minister Allamaye Halina.Algerian officials stated that the power plant is a gift from Algeria to Chad, ordered by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. This project reflects Algeria's commitment to strengthening economic cooperation and infrastructure development in Africa.The future facility will be built by Sonelgaz International and will use modern gas turbines. It aims to provide additional capacity to meet rising electricity demand in the Chadian capital and its surroundings. Chadian authorities noted that expanding electricity generation is a priority given growing household, industrial, and service ...
Gabon: new leader takes charge at railway transport authority
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Gabon: new leader takes charge at railway transport authority

Ludovic Megne Ndong assumes leadership of Gabon’s railway transport regulator Gabon has welcomed its new leader at the helm of the Autorité de régulation des transports ferroviaires (ARTF), as Ludovic Megne Ndong officially stepped into his role during a handover ceremony held in Owendo. His appointment follows the departure of his predecessor, François Banga Eboumi. The transition ceremony marked the formal transfer of responsibilities, setting the stage for Megne Ndong to steer the ARTF through its next phase of development. Key priorities outlined during his installation include enforcing the newly established guidelines for the institution, with a particular focus on implementing the reorganization order that redefines the ARTF’s operational framework. The incoming le...
UN praises Togo’s peace efforts in eastern DRC as mediation gains momentum
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UN praises Togo’s peace efforts in eastern DRC as mediation gains momentum

UN praises Togo's peace efforts in eastern DRC as mediation gains momentum Faure Gnassingbé and James Swan Security Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 14:32 In a significant diplomatic development, United Nations Special Representative James Swan and UN Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region Huang Xia met with Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé in Lomé on June 8, 2026. The discussions focused on advancing peace initiatives in eastern Democratic Repu...