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The Libreville city council has launched a digital initiative to streamline the collection of commercial taxes at the Mont-Bouët market, a vital hub for Gabon’s informal economy. This municipal-level innovation …
Libreville introduces mobile tax payments at Mont-Bouët market Read More
When assessing the economic landscape ahead of the 2026 World Cup, one matchup stands out with surprising results. While Brazil enters the competition as a heavyweight, it is Morocco that …
World cup 2026 economic clash: Brazil vs Morocco Read More
Paris Saint-Germain is actively scouting Ligue 1 for emerging talent, with Ayyoub Bouaddi emerging as a prime target. The 18-year-old midfielder, currently plying his trade at LOSC Lille, has three …
Psg targets 18-year-old midfield sensation with 70m€ bid Read More
President Romuald Wadagni sets the tone for a results-driven administration In a decisive move to establish his leadership style, President Romuald Wadagni of the Republic of Bénin convened his inaugural …
Benin’s new governance approach demands absolute alignment between words and actions Read More
African Politics Gabon’s new diplomacy: Oligui Nguema’s vision for african sovereignty 165 No comment Libreville, Saturday, June 13, 2026 — As Africa undergoes significant geopolitical shifts, Gabon is redefining its …
Gabon’s new diplomacy: Oligui Nguema’s vision for african sovereignty Read More
Niger has enacted sweeping legal changes that redefine the country’s stance on same-sex relations and LGBTQIA+ activism. The new penal code, quietly adopted in February under the current military leadership, …
New penalties for homosexuality in Niger spark regional debate Read More
Cameroon is on track to asphalt an average of 488 kilometers of roads each year between 2020 and the end of 2025, as confirmed by government data. This accelerated pace …
Cameroon’s road paving surge: 488 km asphalted annually by 2025 Read More
At just 18 years old, Ayyoub Bouaddi, a rising star nurtured by LOSC Lille, finds himself at the center of a high-stakes summer transfer saga. Despite his club’s determination to …
Ayyoub Bouaddi eyes PSG over Arsenal in transfer race Read More
Gabon’s ongoing land reform initiative has reached a new milestone, with the Ministry of Housing, Urban Planning and Land Registry processing an additional 4,046 property transfer decisions. This brings the …
Gabon’s land reform accelerates with over 20,800 property transfers Read More
Gabon is set to significantly boost its defense budget in 2026, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s post-political transition strategy. On June 11, State Minister of National Defense Brigitte …
Gabon allocates 377.68 billion XAF to defense in 2026 amid transition focus Read More
The Gabon-European Union partnership is entering a pivotal phase. Libreville is signaling to its European counterparts that the era of traditional public development aid—which has shaped the relationship since independence—is …
Gabon shifts from eu aid to direct investments for economic growth Read More
Gabon’s search for poultry production partnerships abroad has reignited debates about food sovereignty. The recent announcement of Guinean group SONOCO’s plan to raise 15 million chickens annually in Gabon has …
Gabon’s food sovereignty: why import what we already produce? Read More