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Libreville, Saturday 27 June 2026 – Shortly after presenting his credentials to President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Chad’s new ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to Gabon, Zakaria Fadoul Kittir Jr., chose …
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Burkina Faso’s military government announced on Friday, June 26, that it is severing all diplomatic relations with France, accusing Paris of failing to honour commitments of mutual respect and non-interference. …
Burkina Faso severs diplomatic ties with France, Paris calls decision ‘hostile and unfounded’ Read MoreNiamey recently hosted a significant training session aimed at strengthening the intellectual resilience of religious leaders across Niger. Organized by the League of Ulemas, Preachers, and Imams of the Sahel …
Niamey holds crucial training for religious leaders on intellectual immunity Read More
Foot, Transferts Set to join AC Milan for an estimated 60 million euros, Gonçalo Ramos’s transfer marks the second most significant sale in Paris Saint-Germain’s history. Only Neymar, who moved …
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In a bold move to bolster its economy and ensure food security, the Béninois government recently unveiled an ambitious strategy to achieve 100,000 tonnes of domestic poultry production by 2033. …
Benin’s ambitious poultry plan: securing food and national wealth by 2033 Read More
Gabon launches 700 billion fcfa plan to achieve poultry self-sufficiency Starting January 1, 2027, Libreville will ban frozen chicken imports. Gabon aims to produce 125,000 tonnes of broiler meat annually …
Gabon launches 700 billion fcfa plan to achieve poultry self-sufficiency Read More
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, plunged Niger into a profound state of horror. The Islamic State in the Sahel (EIS) claimed responsibility for two simultaneous and exceptionally violent assaults targeting military …
Devastating double attack in Niger: 80 dead, infrastructure crippled Read More
Representing Head of State Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Hermann Immongault, the Vice-President of the Government (VPG), journeyed to Antananarivo on June 26. His mission was to participate in the celebrations …
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ARRESTATION Nigerian authorities apprehend seven boko haram and iswap commanders returning from mecca Seven senior commanders associated with Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have been …
Nigerian authorities apprehend seven boko haram and iswap commanders returning from mecca Read More
“My aspiration is for the FEG to be recognized not only for advocating on behalf of businesses but, more importantly, for empowering them to thrive.” This powerful declaration was made …
Gabon economic forum highlights public-private sector collaboration for growth Read More
The Gabon Economic Forum (GEF) has entered its second edition with a bold vision: transforming Gabon’s economy by empowering its private sector. Speaking at the opening ceremony held at the …
Gabon Economic Forum 2026: strengthening private sector for sustainable growth Read More
On June 26, 2026, the Burkinabe authorities in Ouagadougou officially announced the termination of diplomatic relations with France. This pivotal decision, conveyed as Faso breaking news, was justified by accusations …
Burkina Faso’s break with France: navigating true sovereignty amid new alliances Read More