Society strugling road linking Douala to Bafoussam raises safety concerns Cameroon’s critical Douala-Bafoussam highway shows severe deterioration, contributing to alarming fatality rates and economic disruption. Once Cameroon’s most reliable trade

Mapping GBV support services in N’Djamena The Association of Feminist Leaders for Access to Rights and Gender Equity in Chad (AFLADEGT) is hosting a validation workshop from August 12 to

Surviving on 2,000 francs CFA per day is a harsh reality for countless families in Chad. For households with five to six members, this amounts to roughly 375 francs per

Roots of influence: traditional authority in Bénin In Bénin, traditional leaders stand as pillars of cultural heritage, deeply woven into the fabric of local communities. Their roles extend beyond symbolic

Cameroon: 38 young prisoners regain freedom after paying body penalties RF Sun, Aug 9, 2026, 4:43 PM UTC In Bafoussam, 38 young detainees walked free after struggling to pay court-imposed

Key challenges How can Cotonou’s street food vendors maintain their livelihoods near the port area while ensuring safety and hygiene for both sellers and customers? Initiative spotlight Recognizing the unsafe

With a rising demand for fresh, locally sourced and affordable food, Bamako’s bio markets are gaining traction in Mali. A decade-long initiative by the Mali Solidarity Network in Agroecology and

The continent of Africa pauses each July 31st to honor its women, a tradition rooted in the historic 1962 Dar es Salaam women’s conference that later led to the creation

In a landmark initiative ahead of the 66th anniversary of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence, the NGO Femme Ivoirienne en Politique (FIP) has launched the first-ever National Week honoring women who have

Spiritual Leader Welcomes National Assembly President Ahead of Touba Pilgrimage The holy city of Touba is buzzing with anticipation as the nation prepares for the Grand Magal of Touba on

In the heart of Niaguis, a small town in Casamance, Mariama Sonko has spent over three decades championing women’s financial independence through agriculture and agroecology. Born into a farming family,

The Journées ouvertes pour l’utilisation de la recherche et de l’innovation en éducation (JOURIE 2026) kicked off in Abidjan this week, marking a pivotal moment in Côte d’Ivoire’s educational evolution.