Economy

Gabon is currently engaged in intensive negotiations and technical preparations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to establish a new framework for economic cooperation. The nation continues to foster a productive dialogue with its long-standing financial partner. Indeed, the Gabonese government affirms that “the discussions between the government and the IMF are progressing consistently, marked […]

Economie Gabon’s Kimba Connect: igniting innovation for economic transformation Libreville, Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – For too long, African digital ecosystems have grappled with a persistent dichotomy. On one side, established businesses confront increasingly intricate operational challenges. On the other, a vibrant, innovative youth develops technological solutions that, while often relevant, rarely connect with genuine […]

The seat of the African Development Bank in Abidjan hosted the 2026 African Economic Conference (AEC), co-organized with the United Nations Development Programme and the Organisation for Co-operation and Development. The event focused on the theme ‘Enhancing Geopolitical Action and Commercial Resilience in Africa in a Multipolar World.’ The Ivoirian minister of Planning and Development, […]

President Tshisekedi calls for restraint in mining tax enforcement The Democratic Republic of Congo’s President Félix Tshisekedi has instructed fiscal authorities to curb aggressive tax recovery measures against mining companies, warning that such actions could deter foreign investment in the sector. The directive follows a recent cabinet meeting in Kinshasa, where the president highlighted concerns […]

Many Togolese citizens with diverse professional paths spanning public and private sectors have long anticipated this significant development. The Caisse de Retraites du Togo (CRT) and the Caisse nationale de sécurité sociale (CNSS) have now implemented a coordinated pension liquidation mechanism. This reform effectively streamlines a previously intricate process, ensuring that all insured individuals receive […]

The prices of construction materials are on fire in N’Djamena, Chad, making it even more challenging for homeowners and businesses to build their projects. Several products have seen significant price increases over the past few weeks. The lambour, once sold at 3,000 FCFA, is now being sold between 4,500 and 5,000 FCFA. The chevron has […]

Au terme de trois jours de débats, la Conférence économique africaine 2026 a esquissé une nouvelle doctrine : bâtir une Afrique capable de transformer les bouleversements géopolitiques en opportunités, grâce à une intégration économique renforcée, des financements repensés et une action collective assumée. Les discussions ont mis en évidence l'importance de revoir les grilles d'analyse […]

Economie Gabon’s strategic agricultural revolution: advancing food sovereignty by 2030 13 juillet 2026 105 No comment Libreville, Monday, July 13, 2026 – Gabon has long grappled with a significant economic contradiction. Despite possessing vast arable lands, a favorable climate, and abundant water resources, the nation remains heavily reliant on food imports to sustain its population. […]

Morocco has taken a decisive step toward shaping a sustainable financial future by launching a public consultation on its landmark green finance taxonomy. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, Bank Al-Maghrib, the Moroccan Capital Market Authority (AMMC), the Insurance and Social Welfare Supervisory Authority (ACAPS), and the Ministry of Energy Transition, […]

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye continues to reshape Senegal’s strategic economic institutions, marking a clear departure from political appointments toward technical expertise. The latest restructuring targets two key state-owned enterprises: Petrosen Holding and Somisen (Société des Mines du Sénégal), signaling a new era in the nation’s extractive sector governance. Technical profiles take center stage in Petrosen […]

Morocco stands out in the global economic landscape as one of the few emerging economies achieving steady recovery post-pandemic. Since 2022, non-agricultural sectors have expanded at an average annual rate of 4.4%, outpacing historical benchmarks and gradually offsetting losses incurred during the health crisis. A recent policy paper published in July 2026 by the Policy […]