Wednesday, July 8, 2026
The Russian-Ukrainian War

The Russian-Ukrainian War: An Opportunity to Strengthen the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

The Russian-Ukrainian conflict demonstrated the need to increase production capacities and local supply chains in African countries.

Trusteeship and Regions in Cameroon: Regional Autonomy in question?

In Cameroon, the law on the general code of regional and local authorities (CTD) promulgated in December 2019 enshrines in its first book the...
Cyber-Obscenity in Cameroon

Virtual Space Regulation: Tested by ‘Cyber-Obscenity’ in Cameroon

Introduction The advent of digital has been accompanied by the renewal of the modalities of debate and social practices in Africa and around the world....

Decentralization in Cameroon: Between Ethno-Regional Logics and National Interests

When decentralization involves the administration of a human community or territorial community, it is territorial decentralization. And when it comes to public service, it is a question of functional or technical decentralization.
Cameroon Welcomes Emmanuel Macron: A Visit Amid Multidimensional Challenges

Cameroon Welcomes Emmanuel Macron: A Visit Amid Multidimensional Challenges

The press conference given by President Biya and President Macron gave an insight into the content of their one-on-one exchanges. Many points of convergence emerged on subjects relating to bilateral cooperation and international current affairs.
Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue

Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue and the Case of “Mistaken Property”: What Scope for Governance...

The outcome of the "ill-gotten gains" case between the NGOs Transparency International France and Sherpa and the son of Equatorial Guinean President Teodoro Nguema...
Decentralisation in Cameroon

Critical Reflection on the Principle of Financial Compensation for the Transfer of Competences in...

The transfer of competences is the soul of territorial decentralisation. In fact, it consists of the State giving the Decentralized Territorial Communities (hereinafter referred...

Toward a Succession of Power from “Father to Son” in Central Africa?

The democratic principle of the devolution of power has a very particular destiny in Central Africa and specifically in the CEMAC zone. Indeed, this...
Urban Planning and Development

Urban Communities and City Governance in French Africa

Since the 2000s, Africa has experienced accelerated urban growth. Because of this growth, a diversity of public and private actors and institutions are involved...

Stakes and Challenges of Policy Reform on “Citizenship” in Cameroon

The history of Cameroonian legislation on citizenship stretches back from the colonial period, especially the French mandate with the 1959 ordinance. The nationality legislation...

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Declining Development Finance: Africa’s Strategic Options Under the Next UN Secretary-General

By Larissa Ntoubia As global development finance becomes more uncertain and multilateral cooperation continues to evolve, there is a need for Africa to strengthen its...

Financing Development Beyond Aid: What Future for CEMAC in a Divided World?

By Dr. Salim Ahmed Vessah As traditional development assistance faces growing constraints amid geopolitical competition, fiscal pressures, and shifting donor priorities, countries of the...

Who Governs the Future of Work? Africa’s Labour Markets in an Era of Global...

By Wirajing Muhamadu Awal Kindzeka Africa's future prosperity will depend not only on the jobs the continent creates, but also on its ability to shape...

The UN at a Crossroads: Why Africa’s Industrial Future Depends on Inclusive Global Leadership

By Dr. Stephane Mbiankeu Nguea Africa's aspirations for industrial transformation are unfolding at a time when the international economic and political order is undergoing...

What Future for the United Nations in the Face of Different Types of Nationalisms?

By Dr. Primus Tazanu The resurgence of diverse forms of nationalism across the world is reshaping the political environment in which the United Nations operates, raising important...

The 2026 Contest for UN Secretary-General: A Timely Case for Women’s Leadership

By Enowbachem Agbortanyi The 2026 selection of the next Secretary-General of the United Nations has reignited global discussions about leadership, representation, and the future direction of...