Economie perenco faces legal storm over africa oil deals By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 86 No comment Libreville — A judicial probe into alleged financial irregularities threatens one of Africa’s most influential oil players, casting a shadow over its lucrative operations in Central Africa. The Parquet national financier executed surpriseContinue Reading
Economy Gabon joins Africa’s push for 50 million electricity connections By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 172 No comment Libreville, June 19, 2026 – Africa is making unprecedented strides in its quest for universal electricity access, with over 50 million people now connected across 40 countries. This milestone is a directContinue Reading
From bold guardian to cautious referee: Senegal’s constitutional council shifts stance The Senegalese Constitutional Council once stood as a beacon of judicial boldness, particularly on 15 February 2024, when it boldly upheld the supremacy of the Constitution amid a deep institutional crisis. Yet, in a jarring reversal, the same bodyContinue Reading
In a decisive move against organized crime, authorities in Benin incinerated a substantial haul of narcotics on June 19, 2026, at a controlled site in Ahozon, Ouidah. The operation, spearheaded by the National Agency for the Recovery of Confiscated and Seized Assets (Anracs), saw the destruction of 95 kilograms ofContinue Reading
Eastern DRC: National unity unshaken despite occupation, says Assembly President Aimé Boji Detainees held by AFC/M23 forces in Goma Security Friday, June 19, 2026 – 10:44 The President of the National Assembly, Aimé Boji Sangara, has paid tribute to the resilience of populations in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)Continue Reading
Ivory Coast advances domestic work sector formalization The Ivorian government strengthens its commitment to transforming the domestic work sector into a structured, formalized profession that aligns with international labor standards. — 2-minute read Government prioritizes decent work and social protection The Ivorian administration has reaffirmed its dedication to elevating domesticContinue Reading
East DRC crisis: AFC/M23 condemns international mediation’s silence amid alleged diplomatic sabotage by Kinshasa AFC/M23 representatives engage with MONUSCO in Goma during peace process discussions Accusations of Responsible Leadership The Allied Forces of Congo/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) has launched a scathing critique of what it terms irresponsible warmongering rhetoric emanatingContinue Reading
From June 29 to July 1, 2026, Gabon will host a high-level international assessment in Libreville as part of the second review cycle of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). The mission, led by experts from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), along with delegates fromContinue Reading
DIG / In a bold strategic pivot announced mid-2026, Canada’s Record Resources finalized the divestment of non-core assets in Canada’s Temiskaming Lake region to channel its full financial firepower into Gabon’s thriving oil sector. This decisive move underscores the company’s confidence in Gabon’s hydrocarbon potential and signals a major shiftContinue Reading
In the aftermath of the 2003 Casablanca attacks, Moroccan authorities recognized that security measures alone would not suffice to prevent radicalization. Instead, they embarked on a two-decade-long overhaul of the country’s religious landscape, focusing on imam training, extremist discourse prevention, and the strengthening of institutional frameworks to bolster national stability.Continue Reading
Ibrahima Konaté’s next chapter in European football is set to begin in the heart of Madrid. The towering French defender, fresh off his World Cup duties with the France national team, has finalized his move to Real Madrid, a transfer announced during the global tournament and later confirmed by captainContinue Reading
Struggles of N’Djamena’s youth: sand trade as a lifeline N’Djamena’s youth navigate extreme hardship amid rising unemployment, turning to the grueling trade of sand hauling to secure their livelihoods. From survival to daily grind: the sand haulers of Emtoukoui In the heart of N’Djamena’s 7th arrondissement, the market of EmtoukouiContinue Reading