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The top U.S. diplomat in Morocco took a moment this month to recognize the contributions of Sahrawi representatives during a key national celebration. Diplomatic engagement highlights sahrawi participation in u.s. independence day In a post shared on X late last week, U.S. Ambassador to Morocco Richard Duke Buchan III expressed his pride in welcoming elected […]
President Alassane Ouattara of Ivory Coast welcomed two key figures in Abidjan’s presidential palace this week, each representing a distinct yet complementary economic vision. The visitors: Ousmane Diagana, World Bank Vice-President for West and Central Africa, and Philippe Van De Vyvère, CEO of the Belgian maritime group Sea-Invest. Their audiences underscore the dual strategy Ouattara […]
Economy Cameroon’s road infrastructure: progress and persistent hurdles Ongoing road projects, completed milestones, and structural network developments—alongside the sector’s performance bottlenecks—were the key topics discussed at the government action salon in Yaoundé. Liliane Ndangue |9 hours ago|3 min read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment Ongoing road projects, completed milestones, and structural […]
In a decisive move that has sent shockwaves through Gabon’s judicial circles, Prosecutor General Dr. Eddy Narcisse Minang has been suspended from his duties for three months. The suspension, formalized under decision number 000007/MJGSCDH dated June 9, 2026, was issued by the Minister of Justice, Keeper of the Seals, Augustin Emane, and delivered to the […]
From laggard to leader: Bénin’s decade-long budget revolution Over the span of a single decade, Bénin has undergone a profound transformation in its financial governance. The latest Open Budget Survey reveals a groundbreaking score of 79 out of 100, marking the country’s highest-ever performance. This achievement not only places Bénin in second position across Africa—trailing […]
The economic heartbeat of Togo is facing a critical juncture. The Port Autonome de Lomé (PAL) workforce has issued a formal three-day strike notice, scheduled from June 25 to 27, 2026, in protest against unresolved social grievances that threaten to paralyze the regional trade ecosystem. An escalating labor dispute with far-reaching repercussions The industrial action […]
JNIM blockade paralyzes west african trade routes from Mali Recent coordinated assaults by the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) and the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA) on April 25 have crippled Mali’s commercial lifelines, particularly in the western regions. Cities including Kati, Mopti, Sévaré, Gao, and Bamako bore the brunt of these strikes, […]
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Urban Development Libreville’s coastal revival: a new urban and economic vision for Gabon Editorial Team June 11, 2026 148 views No comments Libreville, June 11, 2026 — President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s recent inspection of coastal development projects signals a bold new chapter for Gabon’s capital. By prioritizing the city’s shoreline, the administration is reshaping […]
Gabon is laying the groundwork for a transformative shift toward post-petroleum industrial self-reliance. With President General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema at the helm, construction has officially begun on the deep-water port of Kobé-Kobé. This colossal integrated project, anchored to one of the planet’s largest untapped iron ore reserves and complemented by cutting-edge rail and energy […]
Congo Senate begins second reading of referendum bill Members of the Senate Bureau Politics Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 10:19 AM The President of the Senate, Sama Lukonde, announced on Wednesday, June 10, during a plenary session, that the National Assembly had transmitted the bill outlining the conditions for organizing a referendum in the Democratic […]
The lifeblood of Libreville’s informal economy is also its most troubled artery. At the sprawling Mont-Bouët Market, Gabon’s largest commercial hub, a shadowy system of extortion has taken root, casting a pall over the livelihoods of hundreds of traders. Recent accounts from vendors reveal a well-oiled racket that now stands as the central challenge confronting […]