The African Tribune

After the constitutional overhaul: why Cameroon's vice-presidential appointment remains in limbo Since the April 2026 constitutional reform reintroduced the vice-presidential office in Cameroon, the presidency has yet to fill the position. Analysts now suggest that President Paul Biya’s prolonged hesitation stems from deep-seated concerns over the implications of his own succession. The revised constitution grants the vice-president a pivotal role in determining whether the president is permanently incapacitated—a responsibility that could directly impact presidential authority and longevity. Reading the constitution: the hidden calculus behind an empty seat Political commentator Stéphane Menounga argues that President Biya, upon reviewing the updated constitutional provisions, realized...

The Senegalese Prime Minister, Al Aminou Lo, has come under intense scrutiny following the rollout of the country’s revised 2026 budget, a direct consequence of economic turbulence shaking household incomes and corporate balance sheets. Speaking at a press conference, Lo framed the rectified finance law (LFR) as an inevitable correction to the initial budget, which was championed by former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. However, the move has ignited a political firestorm, with critics questioning the government’s fiscal strategy amid soaring energy costs and shrinking revenue streams. Prime Minister Lo defends revised budget as a necessary economic adjustment The Prime Minister emphasized that the LFR was not a radical departure but a pragmatic response to unforeseen economic pressures sin...

The urgent summoning of Algeria’s parliamentary chambers on 25 October has reignited discussions about the nation’s evolving military posture toward Niger. While speculation swirls around a potential escalation in Algerian involvement, the implications stretch far beyond mere military intervention—encompassing regional sovereignty, shifting alliances, and the recalibration of Sahel security dynamics. Is Algeria poised for a strategic shift in Sahel security? The extraordinary parliamentary session scheduled for 25 October has fueled conjecture, particularly regarding a possible mandate for military deployment in Niger. With no official agenda disclosed, the lack of clarity has only amplified questions about Algeria’s next steps. As of now, no formal announcement confirms a military interv...