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On 15 June 2026, the 145 deputies and 70 senators of Gabon’s Parliament gather in Congress to hear President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s address, as stipulated by Article 93 of …
Gabon parliament meets for congress as Oligui Nguema addresses budget squeeze Read More
During a recent cabinet meeting in Kinshasa, President Félix Tshisekedi outlined key outcomes from his official visit to Egypt, held June 10-11, 2026. The diplomatic mission, conducted at the invitation …
Military cooperation between DRC and Egypt boosts Congolese army training Read More
Rwandan President Paul Kagame is scheduled to arrive in Lomé on Monday, June 15, 2026, for a high-level working visit aimed at deepening diplomatic engagement between Rwanda and Togo. The …
Rwanda’s Kagame visits Togo to strengthen diplomatic ties Read More
Mali’s armed forces eliminate high-ranking jihadist leader in precision drone strike Mali’s military command has confirmed the neutralization of a prominent jihadist figure linked to the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal …
Mali strikes key jihadist leader in drone strike, military reports Read More
Politique Gabon’s democratic reforms face administrative hurdles Libreville, Sunday, June 14, 2026 – With less than two weeks remaining until the deadline for political parties to comply with new legislation, …
Gabon’s democratic reforms face administrative hurdles Read More
With José Mourinho back in the dugout, Real Madrid is reshaping its squad ahead of the transfer window. An agreement in principle has been reached for the acquisition of Marc …
Real Madrid set to land Cucurella after 2026 World Cup Read More
New policy offers return pathway for Burkinabè nationals abroad The President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has delivered a decisive statement regarding the return of Burkinabè citizens currently living in …
Burkina Faso opens doors to exiles with conditions for justice Read More
The Libreville city council has launched a digital initiative to streamline the collection of commercial taxes at the Mont-Bouët market, a vital hub for Gabon’s informal economy. This municipal-level innovation …
Libreville introduces mobile tax payments at Mont-Bouët market Read More
When assessing the economic landscape ahead of the 2026 World Cup, one matchup stands out with surprising results. While Brazil enters the competition as a heavyweight, it is Morocco that …
World cup 2026 economic clash: Brazil vs Morocco Read More
Politics Gabon’s leadership embraces religious dialogue for national cohesion Editor-in-Chief June 13, 2026 194 No comment Libreville, Saturday, June 13, 2026 — As Gabon navigates its political transition, the nation’s …
Gabon’s leadership embraces religious dialogue for national cohesion Read More
The Gabonese government is on the verge of deploying advanced excise stamps as part of a broader strategy to combat fraud and modernize tax controls. This initiative was the focal …
Gabon to adopt high-tech excise stamps to curb fraud Read More
Paris Saint-Germain is actively scouting Ligue 1 for emerging talent, with Ayyoub Bouaddi emerging as a prime target. The 18-year-old midfielder, currently plying his trade at LOSC Lille, has three …
Psg targets 18-year-old midfield sensation with 70m€ bid Read More