Gabon and Guinea strengthen diplomatic ties with key meeting in Conakry
A fresh chapter in bilateral relations has begun between Gabon and Guinea. In Conakry this week, Persis Lionel Essono Ondo, the newly appointed ambassadeur extraordinaire et plénipotentiaire of the Gabonese Republic, took a pivotal step in his diplomatic mission. During a formal gathering, he presented his copies figurées to MorissandaContinue Reading
Senegal’s government in focus: Moussa Bala Fofana’s stand amid party tensions
Senegal’s government in focus: Moussa Bala Fofana’s stand amid party tensions Amid escalating tensions within Senegal’s PASTEF party, Minister Moussa Bala Fofana addresses recent criticisms from party leader Ousmane Sonko, reaffirming his unwavering commitment to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and the nation’s governance stability. The Minister of Urban Planning, LocalContinue Reading
Political tensions rise between Senegal’s president and former prime minister
Political tensions escalate between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko Political divisions in Sénégal deepen as mass resignations sweep through public institutions following the dismissal of Ousmane Sonko from his role as Prime Minister. The leadership reshuffle has sparked debates over institutional loyalty and raised concerns about the future ofContinue Reading
Morocco’s social divide: an urgent challenge for national unity
The paradox of modern Morocco: progress against persistent inequalities Morocco stands at a crossroads where its gleaming infrastructure—high-speed rail networks, cutting-edge industrial zones, and Africa’s busiest port—contrasts sharply with the daily struggles of millions of citizens. While the Kingdom has positioned itself as a regional leader in automotive manufacturing, aerospaceContinue Reading
Pastef gears up for political momentum ahead of Senegal congress
Behind the scenes: Pastef’s strategic moves for Ousmane Sonko ahead of Senegal congress The Pastef’s upcoming congress is set to be a defining moment for Ousmane Sonko’s party, with the first day dedicated to internal party work and statutory elections. Sunday’s mass rally at Dakar Aréna aims to draw militantsContinue Reading
Senegalese winger krepin diatta set for premier league move
Senegalese Winger Krépin Diatta Set for Premier League Move With his contract at AS Monaco expiring, Senegalese international winger Krépin Diatta is drawing attention from top European clubs. Crystal Palace and Bayer Leverkusen lead the race to sign the 27-year-old, who is eager to reignite his career in the PremierContinue Reading
Senegal politics: presidential advisor dismisses secret pact claims against Diomaye Faye
Aldiouma Sow, Senior Advisor to the President of the Republic, has strongly refuted allegations of a secret agreement involving President Bassirou Diomaye Faye during his detention at Cap Manuel. Speaking ahead of the PASTEF party congress, Sow dismissed claims of an alleged “secret pact” as baseless and unfounded. In aContinue Reading
Gabon’s tax authority gets new leadership under Oligui Nguema’s vision
The presidential palace witnessed a pivotal moment as Edith Laure Mbiguidi Oyaya officially assumed her role as head of Gabon’s General Tax Directorate (DGI). During a formal meeting with the new director and her core team, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema underscored the pivotal role of taxation in the nation’s broaderContinue Reading
Cameroun to boost logistics with edéa-kribi railway corridor
Cameroon is set to advance its railway corridor project linking Edéa, Kribi, Lolabé, and Campo, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s infrastructure development. On June 4, a key agreement will be signed in Yaoundé, bringing together the Cameroonian government, Africa Global Logistics (AGL), and Camalco, a local subsidiary ofContinue Reading
Cameroon grants Prometal direct power access from dams
The Cameroonian government has approved Prometal’s request to secure 90 megawatts of electricity directly from the Electricity Development Corporation (EDC), the state-owned power utility. Final contract negotiations will unfold from June 8 to 12, 2026, at the Prime Minister’s office in Yaoundé, following a directive issued on June 1, 2026,Continue Reading
Kinshasa’s quiet day: assessing the opposition’s constitutional protest
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s vibrant capital, Kinshasa, recently experienced an unusual quiet as the political opposition staged a “journée ville morte” (ghost town day). This significant demonstration was organized to vehemently protest against any proposed changes to the national Constitution, a move that has sparked considerable debate across AfricaContinue Reading
South Kivu crisis: MSF tackles mass displacement amid acute health emergency
South Kivu crisis: MSF tackles mass displacement amid acute health emergency In South Kivu, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the humanitarian situation has reached a critical juncture. Persistent armed clashes in Baraka and surrounding areas have crippled access to essential medical services, while the region grapples with aContinue Reading