Sonoco eyes 15 million chickens yearly in Gabon
The Guinean conglomerate SONOCO is set to disrupt Gabon’s poultry sector with a bold initiative aimed at reshaping a market heavily reliant on imports. During a high-level meeting with President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the panafrican group outlined plans for an ambitious investment to overhaul the country’s poultry supply chain. With a projected output exceeding […]
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Gabon tightens control over iboga plant to protect cultural sovereignty
Environment Gabon tightens control over iboga plant to protect cultural sovereignty 106 No comment Libreville, June 10, 2026 — Gabon is taking decisive steps to safeguard its sacred iboga plant, elevating its status from a spiritual tradition to a nationally protected resource. The government has introduced strict new regulations requiring all activities involving iboga—including research, […]
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Gabon’s first national datacenter to launch in june 2026
After years of anticipation, Gabon is set to unveil its maiden national datacenter on June 30, 2026. This landmark facility, spearheaded by ST Digital—a Gabonese specialist in cloud services and IT infrastructure management—will serve as a secure hub for government data, corporate systems, and eventually, regional digital services. The project marks a pivotal shift in […]
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Ivory Coast plans high-speed rail to boost economy
Ivory Coast is on the verge of joining Morocco as Africa’s second nation to operate a high-speed rail network. The government has greenlit plans for a TGV line connecting Abidjan, the economic hub, to Yamoussoukro, the political capital established by former President Félix Houphouët-Boigny. This ambitious project aims to slash travel time between the two […]
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Burkina Faso’s diaspora bond raises over 150 billion FCFA in record success
The Burkina Faso government has successfully closed its inaugural sovereign bond targeting the diaspora, achieving remarkable financial momentum. The Diaspora Bond initiative surpassed all expectations by raising 151.5 billion West African CFA francs, a figure that eclipses initial projections set by authorities in Ouagadougou. For a Sahelian nation facing escalating financial demands and limited access […]
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Togo : ces piliers sur lesquels Faure Gnassingbé s’appuie dans le Nord
Publié aujourd’hui à 07h03 Lecture : 5 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Jeune Afrique Faure Gnassingbé By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative journalist
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Gabon media crisis threatens democratic future
As Gabon strives to establish a modern Fifth Republic, its media landscape faces an unprecedented crisis. Print publications are fading, online outlets struggle to survive, advertising revenue dwindles, and access to public information grows increasingly difficult. Beyond the economic survival of news organizations, the very foundation of Gabonese democracy is now at stake. The most […]
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Yaoundé’s urban evolution: from village to political hub
«Yaoundé has transformed beyond recognition over the past two decades,» shared a lifelong resident born in the Cameroonian capital. «Once a modest village spread across seven hills, today’s cityscape reflects the fruits of modern urban planning. The changes fill me with pride.» Mbarga Obama, nearing his 90th year, has witnessed firsthand the city’s remarkable growth. […]
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China dominates Chad’s imports while UAE leads in exports
Trade and Economy China supplies 30% of Chad’s imports while UAE purchases 26% of its exports Two global powers shape Chad’s trade landscape, each playing a distinctly different role in the country’s economic exchanges. China: The dominant supplier shaping Chad’s trade In 2025, Chad imported goods worth 306.5 billion CFA francs from China, accounting for […]
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PSG’s summer transfer drama: Manchester United eyes Mateus Fernandes as West Ham demands €98m
The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are bracing for a turbulent summer transfer window, as they seek to refresh Luis Enrique’s squad following their historic second consecutive Champions League triumph. Among the names being discussed is that of Mateus Fernandes, an exciting 21-year-old Portuguese midfielder currently plying his trade at West Ham, who face relegation to the […]
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Morocco launches new european neighborhood partnership phase in Rabat
Rabat recently hosted a formal launch ceremony for the fifth phase of the Morocco–Council of Europe Neighborhood Partnership (2026–2029), organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Residents Abroad. The event brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from relevant ministries and institutions, officials from the Council of Europe Office […]
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Morocco europe partnership launched in Rabat
In Rabat, a landmark event marked the official inauguration of the fifth phase of the Morocco-European Council Neighborhood Partnership, spanning from 2026 to 2029. The ceremony, held under the patronage of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Residing Abroad, brought together key stakeholders from relevant ministries, the European Council’s Rabat office, and […]
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