Brazil and Morocco’s economic face-off ahead of 2026 world cup
When comparing Brazil and Morocco through an economic lens ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the North African nation emerges as the unexpected frontrunner. While Brazil boasts undeniable strengths, Morocco’s performance across key indicators tells a different story. Brazil’s economic might, overshadowed by weaknesses With a population of 212 million and ranking as the world’s […]
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Gabon adopts high-tech excise stamps to curb fraud and boost revenue
Gabon to deploy cutting-edge excise stamps in fight against fraud Gabon is on the verge of transforming its tax compliance framework by integrating state-of-the-art excise stamps. This groundbreaking initiative was the focal point of a high-level meeting on June 10, 2026, between Vice-President of the Government Herman Immongault and a senior delegation from the Canadian […]
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Cameroun accelerates road paving with 488 km per year by 2025
The Cameroonian government is maintaining a relentless pace of road construction, averaging 488 kilometers of newly asphalted roads each year between 2020 and the end of 2025. This ambitious infrastructure drive, spearheaded by authorities in Yaoundé, aims to address the nation’s long-standing road deficit—a challenge exacerbated by the country’s vast size and critical logistical demands […]
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Gabon pushes for european investments amid shift away from aid dependency
In a bold move reshaping its economic ties, Gabon is signaling the end of an era dominated by traditional public development aid. Libreville is now advocating for a paradigm shift toward direct, measurable investments that can drive productive economic growth. This strategic pivot aligns with the country’s broader efforts to break free from its reliance […]
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Gabon’s food sovereignty: why import when local investment thrives?
The arrival of Guinean agribusiness giant SONOCO, poised to produce 15 million chickens annually in Gabon, has reignited debates about economic sovereignty and the treatment of domestic entrepreneurs. While officials hail this as a breakthrough for food security, critics like former lawmaker Jean-Valentin Leyama question why SOGADA—a Gabonese poultry pioneer operating for over a decade—remains […]
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Ouattara meets World Bank and Sea-Invest executives to boost Côte d’Ivoire’s economy
The Ivorian Head of State Alassane Ouattara welcomed two key figures within hours of each other at the presidential palace in Abidjan. Ousmane Diagana, Vice-President of the World Bank for West and Central Africa, and Philippe Van De Vyvère, CEO of the Belgian maritime group Sea-Invest, were received in separate meetings. These discussions underscore the […]
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Cameroon road network progress and challenges in 2026
Economy Cameroon’s road infrastructure: 2,442 km paved but hurdles remain Progress reports, ongoing projects, and structural network updates presented at Yaoundé’s government action forum Liliane Ndangue |9 hours ago|3 min read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment Ongoing road projects, completed milestones, and structural network updates were highlighted during a public briefing […]
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Ashoka Buildcon eyes Yaoundé bypass with $2.4bn integrated project
The iconic Yaoundé bypass project in Cameroon has caught the attention of a new player, Ashoka Buildcon Limited, an Indian infrastructure giant. The group has submitted a comprehensive bid valued at over 1.26 trillion FCFA (excluding taxes) to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, which oversees the initiative. The proposal features an integrated model […]
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Yas Togo expands distribution network with new fleet of vehicles
Yas Togo is reinforcing its distribution network with a strategic investment in new vehicles for its wholesale partners. On June 10, 2026, in Lomé, the telecommunications operator officially handed over six vehicles—four 15-seater buses and two pickup trucks—to beneficiaries of its co-financing program. This initiative aims to enhance the partners’ operational capabilities, enabling them to […]
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French business leaders explore investment opportunities in Morocco
Business leaders from France concluded a five-day working visit to Rabat in early June 2026, engaging in high-level discussions with Moroccan officials to explore investment opportunities in the Kingdom. The delegation, composed of executives from various industries, met with Rachid Talbi Alami, President of the Chamber of Representatives, to assess the economic landscape and Morocco’s […]
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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’s agroindustrial leap with SONOCO’s bold investment plan
Economy Gabon’s agroindustrial leap with SONOCO’s bold investment plan By Editor-in-Chief June 10, 2026 89 No comment Libreville, June 10, 2026 – Gabon may have just unlocked one of the most transformative chapters in its economic evolution. In a landmark meeting with a delegation from Guinea’s SONOCO led by CEO Abdoul Karim Diallo, President Brice […]
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