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Abidjan, July 15, 2026 – On Monday, July 20 at 10:00 AM, Souleymane Diarrassouba, Ivory Coast’s Minister of Planning and Development, will take center stage at the Government Sessions, a high-profile forum organized by the Government Information and Communication Center (CICG). The event will unfold at the Prime Minister’s auditorium in Abidjan-Plateau and will be […]
West African Nations Unite to Boost Maritime Transport and Blue Economy Dakar, Senegal — High-level delegations from Senegal and Guinea-Bissau convened in the capital to reinforce their commitment to advancing maritime transport and the blue economy across West Africa. The pivotal discussions unfolded during an international forum dedicated to sustainable maritime development and logistics in […]
Politique Gabon: fostering trust from Libreville to the provinces Libreville, Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – A truly unprecedented political event unfolded in Gabon, marking a significant departure from traditional African governance. One hundred and fifty influential community leaders from a Gabonese province were invited to journey from their home regions, witness the ongoing transformation of […]
Modou Mbaye, a prominent public figure in Sénégal, has publicly praised Ousmane Sonko on his birthday, describing him as a rare example of an honest politician whose actions reflect unwavering dedication to the nation’s interests. In a heartfelt social media tribute, Mbaye emphasized Sonko’s transparency and selfless leadership, urging young people in Sénégal to prioritize […]
Libreville, Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (Infos Gabon) – In N’Djamena on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, this was not just another summit that opened its doors to the African continent. It was one of the most decisive battles in the 21st century that took place at the table of leaders. By walking on Tchadian soil to […]
Lomé and Kinshasa are strengthening their diplomatic alliance to address the escalating challenges in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In a high-level meeting held on Tuesday, July 14 in Pya, during cultural festivities in the Kozah region, Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé welcomed Floribert Anzuluni, the DRC’s Minister of Regional Integration, for […]
As the French national celebrations unfolded, Senegalese Minister Me Moussa Sarr underscored the depth of ties between Dakar and Paris, describing the relationship as ‘historic, rich, and multifaceted’—built on shared human bonds, cultural exchanges, economic ties, scientific collaborations, and academic partnerships. Yet, he emphasized that this relationship now enters a ‘new phase of evolution’, marked […]
As the opioid crisis grips the US, the Gabonese government is seizing the opportunity to capitalize on the growing interest in Iboga’s therapeutic properties. The plant, a sacred species in traditional Gabonese rituals, has long been exploited by foreign actors, depriving the country of its economic benefits. However, local resistance is organizing itself. In the […]
The Government of Burkina Faso has declared two European Union diplomats persona non grata, ordering them to leave the country within 72 hours. The decision, announced on July 15, 2026, affects the Deputy Head of the EU Delegation in charge of press and information, as well as a Program Officer, according to local sources. The […]
Congo’s bold stance at the UN: calling for a new era in critical minerals governance In a striking departure from its traditional diplomatic posture, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has taken an assertive stance at the United Nations, championing a radical overhaul of the global governance of critical minerals. Speaking at a high-level […]
Drc tensions flare as constitutional march nears Opposition march dispersed by police forces Politics Wednesday 15 July 2026 – 11:11 Tensions within the Democratic Republic of Congo’s ruling coalition have escalated as senior figures clash over strategy ahead of a planned opposition march demanding President Félix Tshisekedi’s resignation. The Coalition Article 64’s demonstration, scheduled for […]
The Senegalese political landscape has entered a phase of intense reshuffling as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and opposition figurehead Ousmane Sonko tighten their grip on leadership structures. Recent months have seen a wave of resignations, dismissals, and expulsions across key institutions, signaling a deliberate strategy to consolidate control and redefine governance priorities. Strategic clean-up shakes […]