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The eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to grapple with relentless violence a year after a much-anticipated peace agreement between Kinshasa and Kigali. Despite diplomatic efforts, the region …
East DRC violence persists one year after peace deal with Rwanda Read More
The summer transfer window is buzzing for Paris Saint-Germain! Following an agreement with AC Milan for the sale of Gonçalo Ramos, the capital club is also preparing for the departure …
Paris Saint-Germain targets yan diomandé as kang-in lee replacement Read More
Congo files ICJ case against Rwanda over eastern rebel support One year after the Washington peace accord, fighting rages on as Kinshasa accuses Kigali of backing armed groups. The Democratic …
Congo files ICJ case against Rwanda over eastern rebel support Read More
Gabon’s water and electricity utility, the Société d’énergie et d’eau du Gabon (SEEG), has been split into two separate entities, yet the country’s energy challenges remain fully intact. The reform …
Gabon splits SEEG into two, yet energy hurdles persist Read More
DNCG imposes salary cap and transfer fee restrictions on Marseille, Lyon confirmed in Ligue 1 France’s football financial watchdog announces constraints both Olympique clubs must follow for the upcoming season. …
DNCG imposes salary cap and transfer fee restrictions on Marseille, Lyon confirmed in Ligue 1 Read More
Morocco’s forward-thinking approach to migration management—rooted in solidarity, mutual responsibility, and respect for human dignity—was showcased on Thursday in Huelva, Spain, by Younes Sekkouri, the country’s Minister of Economic Inclusion, …
Morocco’s migration policy highlighted at Spain forum Read More
The United States has imposed sanctions on a prominent gold refinery in Rwanda and two of its top executives, accusing them of illicitly smuggling minerals from rebel-held territories within the …
United states imposes sanctions on rwandan gold refinery over drc mineral smuggling Read More
Gabon has officially decided to terminate its fishing agreement with the European Union, a move that marks a significant shift in its fisheries policy. By Nicolas Biyong — Political and …
Gabon ends its fishing agreement with the european union Read More
PoliticsDemocratic Republic of Congo Washington intensifies pressure on M23 and Rwanda with new sanctions 26/06/2026June 26, 2026 Washington has imposed sanctions on a Rwandan gold refinery and its director over …
Washington intensifies pressure on M23 and Rwanda with new sanctions Read More
Last Tuesday, Shell and Gabon’s petroleum ministry signed a memorandum of understanding. Many analysts see this as a strong signal for the country’s attractiveness, especially its offshore oil potential. The …
Shell returns to Gabon: a cautious deal for offshore oil Read More
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has unveiled an ambitious agricultural independence plan for Gabon, backed by a dedicated 25 billion FCFA fund and a ban on imported chicken meat starting …
Gabon launches a bold 25 billion FCFA plan for agricultural sovereignty by 2030 Read More