Benin’s new Senate takes shape with first list of ex-officio members
Bénin Benin’s new Senate takes shape with first list of ex-officio members The institutional landscape in Bénin is evolving as the government prepares to launch the Senate, naming the first group of high-profile figures set to join this newly established body. This list includes former heads of state, as wellContinue Reading
Gabon ramps up preparations for major national celebrations in August
Government intensifies efforts for upcoming commemorative events As the nation approaches the symbolic month of August, the government is accelerating its organizational efforts to ensure the success of several key commemorative dates. On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Vice-President Hermann Immongault chaired a strategic working session with the committee responsible forContinue Reading
Uber expands operations to Agadir and Tanger to boost tourism in Maroc
Strengthening its transport network within Maroc, Uber has officially announced its launch in Tanger and Agadir. This strategic expansion is designed to support the country’s rapid tourism growth and complements the ride-hailing services already available in Casablanca and Rabat. The move comes as Maroc prepares for its role as aContinue Reading
Gabon and the African Development Bank: accelerating the national transformation agenda
Libreville — As Gabon initiates a comprehensive economic overhaul, the African Development Bank is cementing its position as a primary partner in this ambitious journey. During a high-level diplomatic meeting in the capital, the pan-African institution signaled its intent to drive economic diversification, infrastructure expansion, and the strengthening of humanContinue Reading
Benin and Tchad unite to address Africa’s critical water challenges
As the continent prepares for major environmental milestones, the diplomacy surrounding “blue gold” is intensifying in West Africa. The Palais de la Marina in Cotonou recently hosted a high-level meeting between Tchad and Bénin, highlighting a shared commitment to placing water resource management at the forefront of their development agendas.Continue Reading
Why supporting President Paul Biya is essential during the vice-presidential selection process
The political landscape in Cameroon has shifted following recent high-profile declarations regarding the rehabilitation of Sonara, placing the focus back on the intense competition for national leadership. This renewed focus on the succession race comes at a time when strategic campaigns are being launched to influence the public perception ofContinue Reading
Gabon asserts economic independence by ending long-term fishing pact with the European Union
Libreville — In a decisive move toward national economic autonomy, Gabon has officially concluded its long-standing fishing partnership with the European Union. This landmark decision, finalized on June 29, 2026, marks the end of nearly two decades of maritime cooperation that began in 2007. A strategic pivot for national resourcesContinue Reading
Cameroon’s political crisis: shanda tonme warns of existential stakes for the nation
Political analysis Shanda Tonme: Cameroon’s political crisis demands more than superficial fixes The Mediator, Chair of the Independent Commission Against Corruption and Discrimination (COMICODI), and President of the Popular Movement for Dialogue and Reconciliation (MPDR) issues a stark warning about the country’s future. Armand Djaleu |56 minutes ago|4 min readContinue Reading
Gabon demands concrete results from debt-funded infrastructure projects
In a significant shift of strategy, the authorities in Gabon have signaled a new era of strict oversight regarding international development loans. The government is now prioritizing the conversion of every borrowed franc into visible improvements for the population, moving away from the acceptance of chronic delays that have previouslyContinue Reading
Bénin extends registration deadline for national order of civil engineers
The Ministry of Living Environment and Transport has announced a significant update for the engineering sector in Bénin. Civil engineers across the nation and those residing abroad now have additional time to formalize their status with the National Order of Civil Engineers of Bénin. This administrative decision provides a 30-dayContinue Reading
Open letter to Cameroon: why focus on football when the nation is in turmoil?
In a nation where a government reshuffle has been anticipated for months without action, public discourse should not be consumed by a ball. The national team has failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup. Our Indomitable Lions will not be participating in this global event. Yet, here we are,Continue Reading
The facade of regulation: how Mali’s transition regime targets economic independence
After systematically silencing dissent, shutting down independent media outlets, and suppressing freedom of speech, authoritarian systems inevitably face a final hurdle: the financial independence of their citizens. History shows that to achieve total dominance, a regime must control not only what people think but also how they earn their livingContinue Reading