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The Gabonese government has unveiled an ambitious economic strategy for the 2026-2030 period, centered on mobilizing 36 billion US dollars (18,000 billion FCFA) from the private sector. This substantial investment …
Gabon’s growth plan: private sector to fund $36 billion vision Read More
The United States has escalated pressure on key figures driving the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), targeting two individuals directly linked to the ongoing violence in …
US sanctions congolese rebels and rwandan armed groups amid escalating violence Read More
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of Gabon has disclosed that he turned down a proposal from the Trump administration to host migrants expelled from the United States. The statement, shared …
Gabon rejects US migrant deal amid diplomatic tensions Read More
Behind the scenes: Akliouche’s potential move to Paris As Maghnes Akliouche prepares to represent France at the World Cup, whispers in the football world suggest his next club could be …
Maghnes Akliouche transfer saga: could PSG swap Kang-in Lee? Read More
In Mali, a month has passed since Mountaga Tall, a prominent lawyer, former minister, and staunch advocate for democracy, was unlawfully seized by State Security and held incommunicado. His son …
Mali: former justice minister speaks on state abductions and judicial integrity Read More
On a recent Tuesday, Benin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni embarked on a brief but significant working visit to Burkina Faso. Beyond its formal diplomatic nature, this encounter symbolizes a …
Beninese president’s visit to Burkina Faso revives economic corridor hopes Read More
Diplomatie 03/06/2026 – 16:48 Le Premier ministre, M. Sifi Ghrieb, a été reçu, mercredi à Niamey, par le président de la République du Niger, chef de l’Etat, le Général d’Armée …
Le Premier ministre reçu à Niamey par le président de la République du Niger Read More
The Front for the Defense of the Republic (FDR) has formally called for the immediate removal of Ousmane Sonko from the National Assembly, labeling his parliamentary seat as illegal and …
Senegal assembly demands removal of Ousmane Sonko amid legal disputes Read More
The leadership at Togo’s state-run power utility, the Compagnie Énergie Électrique du Togo (CEET), has undergone a significant change. Débo-K’mba Barandao, the outgoing Director General, has been relieved of his …
Togo energy sector shake-up: ceet director general dismissed amid power sector challenges Read More
A severe traffic incident unfolded this Wednesday on National Road 1, involving a public transport bus and a heavy-duty truck. The impact, characterized by its extreme force, caused extensive material …
Tragic collision on Togo’s national road 1 leaves multiple casualties Read More
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) witnessed a dramatic slowdown on June 3 as citizens heeded calls for a nationwide shutdown to protest President Félix Tshisekédi’s potential constitutional amendment allowing …
Third term bid sparks mass protests in democratic republic of Congo Read More
Fresh off back-to-back Champions League titles, Paris Saint-Germain is turning its attention to summer reinforcements. Club officials are eyeing rising talent to strengthen Luis Enrique’s squad for the new campaign, …
Young ivorian star hints at psg move with heartfelt confession Read More