Abidjan is currently gripped by a series of significant developments, with widespread demolitions and evictions across the city taking center stage. Alongside these pressing social concerns, recent elections within the Union Nationale des Journalistes de Côte d’Ivoire (UNJCI) and the anticipation surrounding the 2026 Football World Cup are also drawing considerable attention. Regarding the ongoing […]
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Belgium shuts down Mali embassy as security risks surge
The Belgian government has confirmed the permanent closure of its embassy in Bamako, marking a historic shift in diplomatic relations. The decision, announced on June 5, takes full effect on June 30, ending decades of cooperation in development, culture, and economic exchange. This move follows growing concerns over security and political tensions in the region. […]
Cameroon tightens grip on gold mining sector amid irregularities
The National Mining Corporation (Sonamines) is tightening its oversight of gold mining operators across Cameroon. Following an inspection tour in the Adamaoua and East regions—key hubs for artisanal and semi-mechanized gold production—Director General Serge Hervé Boyogueno delivered a blunt assessment. Many operators fall short of production targets, some are financially insolvent, while environmental violations and […]
Gabon and eu deepen political ties in second dialogue session
The second session of the political dialogue between Gabon and the European Union kicked off on 8 June 2026 at the Congress Palace in Libreville. The meeting brought together Gabonese officials and accredited EU member state representatives to review progress on commitments made during the first session. This structured exchange aligns with the formal framework […]
Could kylian mbappé’s world cup presence sway michael olise to real madrid?
Could a forthcoming World Cup campaign tip the scales in favor of Real Madrid? As the French national team prepares to depart this week for their Boston base ahead of the 2026 World Cup (June 11-July 19), Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is reportedly working behind the scenes on a transfer for Michael Olise, despite […]
Ebola outbreak in DRC: 515 confirmed cases, 91 deaths as Ituri remains epicentre
Photo d’illustration The Ebola virus disease outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, continues to spread across eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the latest situation report, health authorities have confirmed 515 cases since the start of the epidemic in the provinces of Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu. The same report lists 91 deaths […]
Ebola outbreak in dr Congo: ituri remains the disease epicenter with rising cases and fatalities
Photo d’illustration Santé The Ebola virus disease (Bundibugyo strain) epidemic continues its relentless advance across eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. As of Sunday, June 7, a total of 515 confirmed cases have been recorded since the outbreak began in the provinces of Ituri, Nord-Kivu, and Sud-Kivu. This alarming situation has tragically led to 91 fatalities […]
Gce 2026 written exams postponed after social media leak in Cameroun
An investigation has been launched to track down those responsible for the leak, as the ministry urges all 208,761 candidates to remain calm. The news broke on Saturday, 6 June 2026, when Nalova Lyonga, Cameroun’s minister of secondary education, officially announced the postponement of the GCE 2026 written exams. The decision came after confidential subject […]
Gabon government launches new census of PosteBank savers after 9 years
Ecouter l’article Nine years after the collapse of PosteBank SA, a subsidiary of La Poste whose 2017 bankruptcy abruptly froze lifetime savings, the government is finally taking action. Through a statement from the Ministry of Communication issued on June 6, 2026, Libreville announced the official launch of a large-scale census of affected savers, an essential […]
Gabon and EU deepen strategic ties with key talks in Libreville
The Gabonese government and the European Union are set to advance their political collaboration during a high-level meeting in Libreville on 8 June 2026. In preparation for the dialogue, Vice-President of the Government Hermann Immongault led a preparatory session on 4 June to align national positions ahead of discussions with EU ambassadors accredited in Gabon. […]
Moroccan doctrine on guiding Africa’s religious field presented in Niamey
The Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema convened a two-day international symposium in Niamey on June 6 and 7. The event focused on The Commandership of the Faithful and its role in guiding Africa’s religious landscape and shared human heritage. It concluded with scholarly recommendations aimed at preserving peace, tolerance, and coexistence. Ibrahim Hamgar, secretary […]
National health production struggles with HIV test shortages in Morocco
Public health facilities across Morocco have faced alarming stockouts of rapid HIV tests, leaving patients without timely screening for over a year. At the same time, domestic manufacturers capable of supplying these tests within days remain sidelined. This isn’t merely a supply chain hiccup—it’s a systemic failure rooted in public procurement practices that ignore the […]