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Gabon’s bold pledge to achieve food self-sufficiency has sparked fresh debate after the announcement of a major poultry venture by Guinean agribusiness giant SONOCO. The company plans to produce over 15 million broilers annually, positioning itself as a solution to the country’s heavy reliance on imported poultry. Yet this foreign-led initiative has reignited longstanding questions […]

The trajectory of women’s political involvement in Morocco mirrors an ongoing journey marked by legal reforms, grassroots activism, and an enduring pursuit of genuine parity. With the 2026 legislative elections on the horizon, the nation is once again grappling with the persistent issue of women’s representation in decision-making bodies. While the legal framework has seen […]

Publié aujourd’hui à 12h32 Lecture : 5 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Fadwa Islah Grand reporter à Jeune Afrique, spécialiste du Maroc

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 […]

Amid shifting global power dynamics and economic realignments, Rabat’s historic Chellah district witnessed a landmark event as the U.S. Embassy commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence. For the first time, the embassy’s annual July 4th reception unfolded in the ancient ruins of Chellah, turning the venue into a powerful symbol of enduring diplomatic ties […]

Environnement Gabon asserts sovereignty over iboga, requiring authorization for exploitation Libreville, Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – Gabon is tightening its grip on access to its sacred Iboga plant, opening a new chapter in the global contention over cultural resources. For generations, Iboga has been revered as a spiritual treasure, primarily within the Bwiti initiatory communities. […]

«Yaoundé has transformed in ways I never imagined when I was a child,» reflects a lifelong resident who has watched the city grow from a modest settlement into a bustling political capital. «The city I knew twenty years ago was confined to the Atemengué plateau, with only small extensions toward neighborhoods like Mokolo and Nlong-Kak. […]

Economy Gabon’s kobe-kobe megaproject: a turning point for central african industry By Chief Editor June 9, 2026 241 No comment Libreville, June 9, 2026 – Just hours after officially inaugurating the deep-water port of Kobe-Kobe on Gabon’s Atlantic coast, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema convened a high-level strategic meeting in Nyonie with ambassadors and representatives […]

DRC peace talks: African mediation sets semiannual priorities Lomé hosted a pivotal two-day summit this week as African mediators charted a course for the next six months in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s embattled eastern provinces. The gathering, led by Togolese Prime Minister and African Union mediator Faure Gnassingbé, brought together regional and international stakeholders […]

Significant strides have been noted in the structuring of African mediation efforts aimed at restoring peace in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. This emerged as a key outcome of the technical session of the semiannual peace process review meeting, held on June 7–8, 2026, in Lomé. The session was convened by Togo’s Council […]

In Cameroon, particularly in its political capital Yaoundé, surveillance cameras have become a crucial tool for deterring crime, protecting property and people, and easing traffic flow. Ever since these devices were installed in strategic areas of the city, residents report a significant drop in insecurity. A local from the Madagascar neighbourhood explained: “In our area, […]

The 16th general assembly of the Support Association for the village of Forgho in northern Mali has just concluded, highlighting both challenges and resilience. Fédérale 2, Aveyron, Villefranche-de-Rouergue The gathering in Mali’s northern regions painted a stark picture. Marie-Jo Mennelet, president of the Support Association for Forgho, opened the session with a heavy heart, sharing […]