The municipal authorities in Libreville have initiated a significant digital transformation for commercial tax collection at Mont-Bouët market, a bustling hub of Gabon’s informal economy. This system, hailed as a pioneering municipal effort, leverages mobile payment solutions provided by electronic money operators already active across Gabon. Its stated aim isContinue Reading
In an intriguing economic face-off, the expected frontrunner, Brazil, faces a surprising challenge from Morocco, which appears poised to outperform on key indicators. Brazil’s economic might: size with inherent vulnerabilities Boasting a population of 212 million and ranking as the world’s 10th largest economy, Brazil stands as an undeniable titanContinue Reading
Politique Gabon: forging national stability through state-church dialogue Libreville, Saturday, June 13, 2026 – In times of profound political shifts, nations often seek equilibrium within their established institutions. Yet, true stability is frequently discovered in the collective conscience of their people. In Gabon, the recent meeting between President Brice ClotaireContinue Reading
Ecouter l’article Gabon is poised to significantly upgrade its anti-fraud measures through the potential adoption of advanced excise stamps. This pivotal development was the central topic during a meeting on June 10, 2026, when Vice-President Herman Immongault welcomed a delegation from the Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN). Led by itsContinue Reading
Afrique Politique Afrique, souveraineté et influence : Oligui Nguema esquisse la doctrine diplomatique du nouveau Gabon Libreville, Saturday, June 13, 2026 – In a period characterized by significant geopolitical shifts across the African continent, Gabonese diplomacy is actively engaged in redefining its role and ambition. President Brice Clotaire Oligui NguemaContinue Reading
Niger has embarked on a significant legal transformation, moving from a historical absence of specific laws on same-sex relations to formally criminalizing them, alongside LGBTQIA+ activism. The military government discreetly promulgated this new penal code in February, introducing unprecedentedly severe prison sentences and record-setting fines. Details of the new legislationContinue Reading
While LOSC remains keen on retaining their rising star, Ayyoub Bouaddi, a significant transfer fee could pave the way for his departure this summer. Paris Saint-Germain is among the prominent clubs showing strong interest in the 18-year-old midfielder. Arsenal is also actively pursuing the talent, but reports indicate Bouaddi hasContinue Reading
Gabon’s ongoing land reform is reaching an unprecedented scale. By submitting an additional 4,046 cession decisions to the Land and Mortgage Conservation department, the Ministry of Housing, Habitat, Urbanism, and Cadastre has elevated the total number of processed files to 20,857 since the initiative’s inception. The swift pace observed sinceContinue Reading
Gabon’s defense spending is set to reach a significant milestone in 2026. On June 11, the Minister of State for National Defense, Brigitte Onkanowa, unveiled a proposed allocation of 377.68 billion FCFA to the National Assembly’s Finance, Budget, and Public Accounts Commission, as part of the 2026 revised finance bill.Continue Reading
The Gabon-European Union partnership is entering a new phase. Libreville has clearly signaled to its European counterparts that the era of public development aid, which has shaped their relationship since independence, is drawing to a close. Gabonese authorities are now advocating for a decisive shift towards direct, measurable investments thatContinue Reading
Ecouter l’article The announcement of the Guinean group SONOCO’s ambitious plan to produce 15 million chickens annually in Gabon has reignited a crucial national debate on economic sovereignty and the recognition of domestic entrepreneurs. While authorities present this initiative as a significant leap for food security, several voices, including formerContinue Reading
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), renowned globally as one of the world’s leading academic institutions, is set to host a significant international gathering focused on digital innovation and entrepreneurship in Libreville in the coming months. This announcement serves as a powerful endorsement of the strategic vision championed by PresidentContinue Reading