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Unveiled on Thursday, July 2, 2026, in Cotonou by Bénin Tourisme, EuroCham, and LuxDev, the ambitious “Les Nouveaux Chefs” (The New Chefs) project is poised to propel Béninese gastronomy onto …
Bénin’s culinary future: “The New Chefs” project elevates local gastronomy for tourism and youth employment Read More
A significant structural overhaul in Gabon’s public transportation sector has culminated in the creation of the Compagnie Nationale de Transport (CNT), emerging from the strategic merger of Trans’Urb and SOGATRA. …
Gabon unveils national transport company (CNT) to modernize public transit Read More
In Burkina Faso, the political landscape continues to generate considerable inquiry, particularly concerning the operational mechanisms within its most sensitive decision-making spheres. Over recent weeks, the extended absence of Commander …
The prolonged discretion of Oumarou Yabré prompts inquiries into Burkina Faso’s power dynamics Read More
Libreville, Gabon’s capital, is grappling with a severe water shortage that has compelled authorities to declare a state of hydric emergency across the city and its surrounding areas. Residents have …
Libreville’s critical water shortage: Gabon declares hydric emergency Read More
Breaking News Sécurité: Est de la RDC: « nous sommes prêts à appuyer les missions sur les sites identifiés pour le monitoring du cessez-le-feu ” (James Swan)⠀ ⠀ Santé: Ebola: …
Est de la RDC: « nous sommes prêts à appuyer les missions sur les sites identifiés pour le monitoring du cessez Read More
Bénin Cotonou police operation dismantles drug ghetto, military officer ‘alòtrò’ sought in Bénin The Republican Police recently delivered a significant blow to urban criminal networks in Cotonou, executing a large-scale …
Cotonou police operation dismantles drug ghetto, military officer ‘alòtrò’ sought in Bénin Read More
Algeria’s recent legislative elections have concluded with a provisional voter turnout recorded at an unprecedented 20.79%. This figure represents a historically low participation rate for the nation’s parliamentary polls, drawing …
Algeria’s legislative elections: provisional turnout hits historic low of 20.79% Read More
Locally manufactured rebar is poised to become a cornerstone of Gabon’s industrial strategy. On July 1st, in Nkok, Minister of Industry and Local Transformation, Lubin Ntoutoume, officially launched the construction …
Gabon inaugurates major rebar production plant in Nkok Read More
The Democratic Socialist Front (FDS) has issued a response to the government’s declaration of a national hydric emergency on July 1, 2026. While commending the authorities’ commitment to combating illegal …
Gabon: fds advocates for regulated water tanker services Read More
Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Frank Garcia, recently held a significant meeting with Mahamat Tahir Orozi, the Chadian Ambassador to the United States, at the Department of State …
United states and Chad deepen strategic partnership Read More
The intense speculation surrounding Michael Olise’s future has finally reached its conclusion. Despite being heavily linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) while currently representing the France national team …
Michael Olise’s transfer saga concludes: staying at Bayern Munich Read More
This comprehensive update covers critical developments across Africa. We delve into the alleged involvement of former President Joseph Kabila with the AFC/M23 in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a situation …
African headlines: Kabila’s alleged role, online safety, and flood impact Read More