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A decision of profound symbolic weight has marked a significant shift in Burkina Faso’s strategic alliances. The transitional government, following a Council of Ministers meeting, issued a decree mandating the …
Burkina Faso: russian language in schools sparks debate over new geopolitical alignment Read More
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
Tchad Tchad’s 2026 baccalaureate results: a significant hurdle for students The 2026 baccalaureate outcomes in Tchad highlight a challenging examination period, with a substantial 42.96% of candidates facing setbacks. Students …
Tchad’s 2026 baccalaureate results: a significant hurdle for students 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
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) joined forces with Cameroon to highlight the importance of mother tongue education during the closing ceremony of the International Mother Language …
Celebrating linguistic diversity in Cameroon through mother tongue education 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 MoreWith an active portfolio exceeding 622.8 billion FCFA across 51 distinct projects, the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) stands as Cameroon’s primary bilateral donor. Yet, behind this impressive financial volume, …
Unpacking AFD’s 622.8 billion FCFA commitment in Cameroon 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