Benin to lead african union peace and security council in september 2026

The diplomatic trajectory of Bénin is set to reach a pivotal moment on the continental stage. Come September 2026, the country will assume the rotational presidency of the African Union’s…

Côte d’Ivoire pushes blue economy with FAO-backed strategic roadmap

Grand-Bassam, Côte d’Ivoire — An intensive two-day workshop focused on validating thematic reports for the blue economy kicked off today in Grand-Bassam. Organised by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO),…

Corruption in Cameroon: richard bona’s bold critique of the youth

Politics Corruption in Cameroon: Richard Bona’s Bold Critique of the Youth Renowned Cameroonian musician Richard Bona sparks national debate with his blunt assessment of youth involvement in corruption In a…

African military drones: balancing sovereignty with foreign dependence

The rapid integration of military drones is transforming Africa’s security landscape, offering governments new tools to monitor threats and conduct operations. Yet this technological shift also exposes critical vulnerabilities, fueling…

Bayer leverkusen set to break bundesliga transfer record with kerim alajbegovic deal

At Bayer Leverkusen, players returning from World Cup duty resumed training on Monday. Yet one teenager will tread carefully during sessions—his every move scrutinized to ensure a record-breaking transfer isn’t…

How Boko Haram leverages ai for attack planning and operations

Crisis cases • future combat • strategy • terrorism How Boko Haram weaponizes artificial intelligence for operational planning Groundbreaking testimonies from former Boko Haram operatives reveal that the jihadist group…

Niger’s struggle for food sovereignty amid russian fertilizer dependency

In Niger, the push for full national sovereignty has taken center stage, with calls to sever ties with long-standing Western partnerships and reclaim control over the country’s future. This bold…

Benin’s senate launches with high expectations and scrutiny

Politics Benin’s Senate launches with high expectations and scrutiny 30 July 2026 Benin’s newly formed Senate, the country’s second parliamentary chamber, convenes in Porto-Novo on Thursday, marking a pivotal moment…

Congo opposition rejects constitutional reform push by president tshisekedi

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the opposition coalition C64 is intensifying its resistance against the government’s proposed constitutional amendments. Leaders of the alliance have delivered a clear ultimatum to…

Cameroon secures $23.5 million to boost epidemic preparedness

HEALTH Cameroon secures $23.5 million to boost epidemic preparedness Cameroon has rolled out a new international initiative, the Pandemic Fund, designed to strengthen epidemic prevention and management nationwide. With a…

Burkina Faso tightens media control with hefty fine on Canal+

In Burkina Faso, the authorities have escalated their grip on public discourse, cloaking their actions under the guise of national sovereignty and consumer rights. The unprecedented 200 million FCFA fine…

How AI uncovers vulnerabilities in data encryption algorithms

AI breakthrough: Claude Mythos exposes flaws in encryption standards Researchers at Anthropic have achieved a significant milestone in artificial intelligence by demonstrating how advanced AI models can probe and expose…