Since Tuesday, June 3, 2026, Lomé has been the focal point for a significant Regional Dialogue dedicated to strengthening the prevention agenda across the Gulf of Guinea. This pivotal gathering brings together a diverse array of stakeholders, including government representatives, regional institutions, United Nations agencies, technical and financial partners,Continue Reading
Politics Gabon’s government grilled at national assembly session Reporting team June 3, 2026 182 No comment Libreville, June 3, 2026 — The Gabonese National Assembly served as a platform for lawmakers to challenge government policies during Tuesday’s oral questioning session. Beyond routine parliamentary procedure, the gathering marked a pivotal momentContinue Reading
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Gabon secured a pivotal role in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) by being elected as one of its vice-presidents. This milestone marks the country’s long-awaited return to the UN’s governing bureau—a presence absent for nearly a decade. Gabon will not stand alone in thisContinue Reading
The first-ever Korea-Africa ministerial meeting, held in Seoul on June 1 and 2, provided a key platform for Togo’s top diplomat to advance bilateral ties with another African nation. Robert Dussey, Togo’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, engaged in substantive discussions with his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdelatty, to deepen strategic cooperationContinue Reading
Benin and Niger commit to restoring bilateral ties and reopening borders In a significant move toward regional integration, the President of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, conducted an official visit to Niger on June 2. This diplomatic mission, undertaken at the invitation of President Abdourahamane Tiani, marks a turning point in theContinue Reading
Unseen infrastructure delays cabinet reshuffle in Yaoundé Behind closed doors in the corridors of power in Yaoundé, an unusual obstacle is holding up President Paul Biya’s long-anticipated government reshuffle. While the nation awaits the announcement of new ministerial appointments, a series of covert construction projects has emerged as an unexpectedContinue Reading
In Rabat, a landmark initiative valued at 3.7 billion Moroccan dirhams (348 million euros) was unveiled this week to bolster the country’s National Water Plan. This collaborative effort, structured under the Team Europe approach, unites the European Union with Germany, Italy, and France—leading the co-financing charge—to tackle pressing water challenges.Continue Reading
When President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema revealed the upcoming transformation of Camp de Gaulle, he was doing far more than just updating a signpost. This decision signals a fresh start for Gabon, as the nation reevaluates its historical narrative and its long-term strategic goals. Certain executive actions carry weight farContinue Reading
Niger: inauguration of the ‘Solidarity’ power plant in Gorou Banda The Prime Minister of Algeria, Mr. Sifi Ghrieb, arrived in the Gorou Banda district of Niamey, the capital of the Republic of Niger, this Wednesday to officially inaugurate the Solidarity power generation plant and mark its operational launch. This milestoneContinue Reading
The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, engaged in a high-level discussion in Rabat during the latter’s private visit to the Kingdom. Held on a recent Tuesday, the meeting centered on reviewing pressing global issues, with specialContinue Reading
On June 2, 2026, President Paul Biya issued a presidential decree renewing the membership of Cameroon’s Superior Council of the Judiciary (CSM), an institution paralyzed for nearly six years. While the move formally ends an era of administrative uncertainty, it offers no immediate relief for hundreds of pending cases tiedContinue Reading
In a sweeping operation across N’Djamena, Chadian law enforcement has apprehended 29 suspects linked to a wave of criminal activities. The arrests, confirmed by the National Police Headquarters, follow coordinated raids conducted between May 15 and June 1, 2026. Police Chief Mahamat Idriss Mahamat detailed how multiple divisions—including intelligence units,Continue Reading