CEMAC Leaders Agree on Urgent Economic Reforms to Avert Collapse
CEMAC leaders in YaoundƩ agreed on urgent economic reforms to avoid collapse, focusing on strengthening reserves, controlling inflation, repatriating revenues, and diversifying economies to counter underperformance and weak reforms.
CEMAC Leaders Agree on Urgent Economic Reforms to Avert Collapse
CEMAC leaders in YaoundƩ agreed on urgent economic reforms to avoid collapse, focusing on strengthening reserves, controlling inflation, repatriating revenues, and diversifying economies to counter underperformance and weak reforms.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Mauritius Imposes Stricter Rules for Religious Festivals Following Safety Concerns
On December 23, 2024, Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam announced new laws limiting kanwar sizes and banning generators (but allowing batteries) for Maha Shivaratri and Thaipoosam Cavadee, citing past safety concerns and emphasizing prayer over competition; increased security and healthcare w...
Mauritius Imposes Stricter Rules for Religious Festivals Following Safety Concerns
On December 23, 2024, Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam announced new laws limiting kanwar sizes and banning generators (but allowing batteries) for Maha Shivaratri and Thaipoosam Cavadee, citing past safety concerns and emphasizing prayer over competition; increased security and healthcare w...
Progress
48% Bias Score
Cameroon Wins 1988 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco
The 1988 Africa Cup of Nations, held in Morocco from March 13-27, saw Cameroon win its second title after defeating Nigeria 1-0 in the final match played at Casablanca's Mohammed V Stadium; the tournament involved eight teams playing in Casablanca and Rabat.
Cameroon Wins 1988 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco
The 1988 Africa Cup of Nations, held in Morocco from March 13-27, saw Cameroon win its second title after defeating Nigeria 1-0 in the final match played at Casablanca's Mohammed V Stadium; the tournament involved eight teams playing in Casablanca and Rabat.
Progress
60% Bias Score
Angola: Commission Fights Food Price Speculation in Lunda-Sul
A multisectoral commission in Lunda-Sul, Angola, is tackling food price hikes affecting families since September 2024; price increases range from Kz 3,000 for a 25kg sugar bag to Kz 4,000 for a bag of potatoes, and the commission will operate until January 1, 2025.
Angola: Commission Fights Food Price Speculation in Lunda-Sul
A multisectoral commission in Lunda-Sul, Angola, is tackling food price hikes affecting families since September 2024; price increases range from Kz 3,000 for a 25kg sugar bag to Kz 4,000 for a bag of potatoes, and the commission will operate until January 1, 2025.
Progress
36% Bias Score
Tunisia: Decree-Law 54 Fuels Concerns Over Freedom of Expression
Tunisia's Decree-Law 54, enacted in 2022 to combat disinformation, is criticized for being used to imprison journalists and social media users; around 40 Tunisian parliamentarians and the journalists' union are pushing for its amendment, but face obstacles due to the parliament's limited power.
Tunisia: Decree-Law 54 Fuels Concerns Over Freedom of Expression
Tunisia's Decree-Law 54, enacted in 2022 to combat disinformation, is criticized for being used to imprison journalists and social media users; around 40 Tunisian parliamentarians and the journalists' union are pushing for its amendment, but face obstacles due to the parliament's limited power.
Progress
36% Bias Score
MWF Launches Book Showcasing 40 Years of Mauritian Conservation Success
The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (MWF) launched "The Dodo's Legacy", a book documenting 40 years of conservation success in Mauritius and Rodrigues, at the Institut franƧais de Maurice on December 13th, highlighting rescued species and restored habitats, with proceeds supporting ongoing efforts.
MWF Launches Book Showcasing 40 Years of Mauritian Conservation Success
The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (MWF) launched "The Dodo's Legacy", a book documenting 40 years of conservation success in Mauritius and Rodrigues, at the Institut franƧais de Maurice on December 13th, highlighting rescued species and restored habitats, with proceeds supporting ongoing efforts.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Congo's Disability Forum Yields Key Recommendations for Inclusion
Following a national forum on disability in the Republic of Congo, recommendations for structural reform within the Ministry of Social Affairs, the creation of a national registry of people with disabilities, and the establishment of a dedicated ministry for disability issues were made.
Congo's Disability Forum Yields Key Recommendations for Inclusion
Following a national forum on disability in the Republic of Congo, recommendations for structural reform within the Ministry of Social Affairs, the creation of a national registry of people with disabilities, and the establishment of a dedicated ministry for disability issues were made.
Progress
32% Bias Score
AFCON 2025: Morocco Hosts High-Stakes African Football Tournament
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026, features top African nations competing for the title in modern stadiums, promising high-level football and intense rivalries.
AFCON 2025: Morocco Hosts High-Stakes African Football Tournament
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026, features top African nations competing for the title in modern stadiums, promising high-level football and intense rivalries.
Progress
36% Bias Score
Ivory Coast's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Strategy
One year before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, defending champion Ivory Coast, led by Coach Emerse FaƩ, is preparing for a challenging tournament, focusing on team versatility, mental fortitude, and the integration of players from the CHAN tournament.
Ivory Coast's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Strategy
One year before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, defending champion Ivory Coast, led by Coach Emerse FaƩ, is preparing for a challenging tournament, focusing on team versatility, mental fortitude, and the integration of players from the CHAN tournament.
Progress
20% Bias Score
Rufisque Faces Budget Crisis After 2019 Tax Reform
Rufisque's budget plummeted from 1.4 billion CFA in 2020 to 17 million CFA in 2024 due to a 2019 tax reform affecting local economic contributions; the city is now seeking alternative funding through partnerships like one with SOCOCIM to continue essential development projects.
Rufisque Faces Budget Crisis After 2019 Tax Reform
Rufisque's budget plummeted from 1.4 billion CFA in 2020 to 17 million CFA in 2024 due to a 2019 tax reform affecting local economic contributions; the city is now seeking alternative funding through partnerships like one with SOCOCIM to continue essential development projects.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Mali Defies Court Order, Keeps Critics Imprisoned
Three members of Mali's Movement for Peace (MPPM), arrested for denouncing Malian army abuses in May-June 2023, remain imprisoned despite an October 2024 African Court order for their release, highlighting the suppression of dissent and human rights violations in the country.
Mali Defies Court Order, Keeps Critics Imprisoned
Three members of Mali's Movement for Peace (MPPM), arrested for denouncing Malian army abuses in May-June 2023, remain imprisoned despite an October 2024 African Court order for their release, highlighting the suppression of dissent and human rights violations in the country.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Morocco Prepares Six Stadiums for 2025 Africa Cup of Nations"
One year from the 2025 CAF TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco is preparing six stadiumsāMohammed V (Casablanca), Moulay Abdellah (Rabat), Ibn Batouta (Tanger), Adrar (Agadir), Marrakech Stadium, and Fes Stadiumāto host the tournament, showcasing its world-class infrastructure and commitmen...
Morocco Prepares Six Stadiums for 2025 Africa Cup of Nations"
One year from the 2025 CAF TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco is preparing six stadiumsāMohammed V (Casablanca), Moulay Abdellah (Rabat), Ibn Batouta (Tanger), Adrar (Agadir), Marrakech Stadium, and Fes Stadiumāto host the tournament, showcasing its world-class infrastructure and commitmen...
Progress
52% Bias Score