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Politique Gabon : Bilie By Nze reste en détention By Redac chef 3 juin 2026 81 No comment Libreville, Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – The continued detention of Alain-Claude Bilie By Nze, a former Gabonese Prime Minister and prominent opposition figure, is intensifying political tensions in Gabon. This situation brings into sharp focus the crucial […]
Fuel scarcity cripples daily life in Ségou For nearly a year, the central Malian city of Ségou has struggled with a severe fuel shortage, pushing residents and businesses to the brink. The crisis has disrupted transportation, inflated black market prices, and left gas stations empty within hours of replenishment. The situation traces back to September […]
Morocco has transformed its dam infrastructure into a cornerstone of national water security, driven by the visionary leadership of King Mohammed VI. Speaking at a high-level forum in Rabat, Nizar Baraka, Minister of Equipment and Water, highlighted the Kingdom’s ambitious dam-building program—a strategic asset ensuring long-term hydrological resilience and equitable access to water across the […]
The strengthening of ties between Niger and Algeria has reached a new milestone. Just hours after the inauguration of a 40-megawatt power plant in Niamey, donated by Algeria, Niger’s transitional leader, General Abdourahamane Tiani, welcomed Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb for a strategic working session on bilateral relations. The meeting, held at the presidential palace […]
Politics Gabon’s president outlines bold economic and political vision By Editor-in-Chief June 3, 2026 166 No comments Libreville, June 3, 2026 – In a landmark television interview, Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has laid out his administration’s strategic roadmap, emphasizing economic sovereignty, progressive reforms, and a commitment to democratic renewal. Three years into his […]
Energy Minister Mourad Adjal confirmed today in Niamey that the groundbreaking ceremony for a new 40-megawatt power plant in N’Djamena will take place within days. The project, awarded to Sonelgaz International, marks another milestone in the company’s continental expansion strategy. The plant is designed to significantly enhance the capital’s electricity generation capacity and improve grid […]
Le Premier ministre quitte Niamey au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger mercredi 03 juin 2026 17:23 NIAMEY – Le Premier ministre, M. Sifi Ghrieb, a quitté, mercredi, Niamey, au terme d’une visite officielle au Niger, au cours de laquelle il a procédé à l’inauguration de la centrale électrique de solidarité algéro-nigérienne d’une capacité de […]
Senegal president calls for calm amid sonko case tensions info President Macky Sall addressed the nation following days of unrest triggered by the arrest of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko on morals charges. The president urged calm and cautioned against escalating confrontations while announcing a relaxation of the curfew from midnight to 5 a.m. to ease […]
Jeanne Le Bihan Journalist specializing in Gabon and Côte d’Ivoire Noureddin Bongo Valentin Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema Ali Bongo Ondimba
Burkina Faso launches « Dɛmɛ Sira », a digital platform to boost national solidarity Ouagadougou is now home to a groundbreaking digital initiative designed to amplify the nation’s collective spirit of solidarity. On June 2, 2026, the Burkinabè government unveiled Dɛmɛ Sira, a cutting-edge online platform aimed at transforming how social and humanitarian contributions are […]
The first group of Burkinabè pilgrims concluded their spiritual journey and touched down in Ouagadougou on June 2, 2026. A total of 342 faithfuls disembarked at the international airport, greeted by joyful families and government representatives. This milestone flight signals the start of the return phase for pilgrims who fulfilled Islam’s fifth pillar in the […]
Benin names Claudy Siar as special envoy for culture and media The renowned media personality, known for his long-standing role as host of Couleurs Tropicales on RFI, has been appointed by Benin’s President on June 3, 2026. Local Correspondent | June 3, 2026 | 2 min read A A A Summarize Listen Comment Benin’s President […]