The first quarter of 2026 has seen Gabon’s electricity production plummet by 13.2% compared to the previous quarter and a staggering 20.1% year-over-year decline. This alarming trend, highlighted in the latest Sectoral Outlook report from the General Directorate of Economics and Fiscal Policy, exposes a deep-rooted systemic weakness that householdsContinue Reading
Diplomatic stagnation amidst unresolved tensions Nearly two months after Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni’s visit to Niamey and five weeks following technical discussions between experts from both nations, hopes for a swift resolution to the Niger–Bénin border crisis had begun to resurface. The joint deliberations had signaled a potential thaw inContinue Reading
The Bénin has taken a decisive step toward institutional modernization with the official launch of its National Commission for Legal Reform. On the morning of July 28, 2026, within the historic halls of the Palais de la Marina, President Romuald Wadagni inaugurated the Permanent Committee of this newly established body,Continue Reading
Pétrole : Shell ouvre une nouvelle frontière en Méditerranée avec sa découverte au large de l’EgypteAlors que l’Égypte cherche à renforcer ses capacités énergétiques et à attirer davantage d’investissements dans l’amont pétrolier, la Méditerranée occidentale apparaît comme une nouvelle frontière d’exploration, après des décennies dominées par les bassins orientaux.La TribuneContinue Reading
Cameroon’s Head of State, President Paul Biya, has not been seen in public since June 7, when Cameroon Tribune reported his departure for a “short private stay in Europe.” More than 50 days later, no further details have emerged regarding his exact whereabouts or return date, despite his advanced ageContinue Reading
In a landmark event at the Palais de la Marina in Cotonou, Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni welcomed Africa’s wealthiest industrialist, Aliko Dangote, for a pivotal meeting on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The gathering was not merely a diplomatic formality but a strategic move to deepen economic ties between Benin andContinue Reading
What the DRC’s constitutional court ruling means for the referendum law The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Constitutional Court has delivered a landmark decision regarding the referendum law, reshaping the political landscape ahead of upcoming national discussions. This ruling, which examines the legality and procedural aspects of the proposed legislation,Continue Reading
Benin’s bold stride toward legal modernity under President Wadagni On a pivotal morning in Cotonou, President Romuald Wadagni delivered a message that resonated far beyond the walls of the presidential palace. Speaking at the inaugural session of the Permanent Committee of the Benin Legal Reform Commission, he framed the nation’sContinue Reading
Niamey, July 28, 2026 – Niger’s public sector reform initiative has reached a significant milestone as the Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR) convened its first ordinary session of 2026. Led by Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, the council examined progress on key public administration reforms, with the Minister of Public Service,Continue Reading
In a bold move that underscores unwavering commitment to shared political convictions, Mor Tallah Gueye, President of the Board of Directors of the Fonds de Développement des Collectivités Locales et des Usagers des Infrastructures Communautaires (FDCUIC), has announced his resignation. His decision comes as a direct response to the exclusionContinue Reading
Gabon’s energy transition: moving beyond temporary power solutions The Gabonese government is taking bold steps to diversify its energy sources, signaling a shift away from short-term fixes like floating power plants operated by Karpowership. This strategic move aims to secure long-term stability in the country’s electricity supply while reducing dependenceContinue Reading
After a grueling wait of over a year and a half, Nigeria’s financial powerhouse, United Bank for Africa (UBA), is on the verge of achieving a historic milestone. The French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR) is poised to grant the bank a full banking license, marking a significant leapContinue Reading