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Tchad sustainable groundwater management workshop kicks off in N’Djamena A national workshop in N’Djamena brings together key stakeholders to draft a roadmap for sustainable groundwater governance, vital for Chad’s water …
Sustainable groundwater management workshop kicks off in N’Djamena Read More
The Republic of Niger has enacted sweeping reforms to its legal framework, introducing a groundbreaking Penal Code designed to intensify the fight against corruption and financial malfeasance. This legislative overhaul …
Niger adopts stricter penalties to combat corruption Read More
The Cour des Comptes is taking decisive action to tackle public revenue challenges by launching an intensive masterclass for its auditors and financial magistrates. Held in Libreville on June 10, …
Gabon’s supreme audit institution strengthens oversight of extractive industries Read More
The Centre des Libéraux Réformateurs (CLR) has taken a decisive step forward by relaunching its operations this weekend in Libreville. With Gabon’s political landscape evolving rapidly, party leaders gathered at …
Gabon CLR rallying for 2027 congress with renewed vigor Read More
In the heart of Gaya, a town nestled in southwestern Niger, an innovative school program is redefining how the next generation perceives their fundamental rights. During a special lesson marking …
Child rights education transforms young lives in Niger Read More
At a landmark session of Parliament convened in Congress at the Palais Léon Mba on Monday, June 15, 2026, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema publicly declared Gabon’s candidacy to host …
Gabon advances bold bid to host 2027 African Union summit Read More
Ousmane Sonko’s interview with an international French broadcaster was far from a spontaneous decision. A senior advisor close to Senegal’s Prime Minister has recently shared exclusive insights into the meticulous …
Senegal’s prime minister’s interview: a strategic move to consolidate power Read More
The Gabonese energy landscape is undergoing significant transformation under the leadership of transitional President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. A bold restructuring initiative has been launched at the Société d’énergie et …
Oligui Nguema restructures Gabon’s SEEG energy firm Read More
Mali targets 6.5% average economic growth by 2029 The Malian government has unveiled ambitious plans to accelerate economic growth through 2029. During a recent Council of Ministers meeting, officials adopted …
Mali sets ambitious 6.5% growth target for 2027-2029 Read More
The agricultural landscape in West Africa has been transformed by a bold initiative from the Beninese government. Ahead of the 2026-2027 cotton farming season, authorities announced an unprecedented incentive: a …
Benin’s performance-driven strategy boosts cotton sector growth Read More
Nigeria reintegrates nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters Ali Bamba Nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters have been reintegrated into Nigerian society through a government-led deradicalization and reintegration program aimed …
Nigeria reintegrates nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters Read More
Togo launches elite agronomy program with French agricultural school Lomé witnessed a landmark agreement on June 15, 2026, as Togo’s Groupe Scientifique SIGMA joined forces with France’s École Supérieure des …
Togo partners with french agri-school to launch elite agronomy program Read More