How Wagner’s drug trade is reshaping central Africa’s security landscape
What began as a shadowy military operation in the heart of Africa has morphed into a full-blown drug trafficking empire in the Central African Republic. The Russian paramilitary group Wagner, despite recent setbacks in Europe, has found a lucrative lifeline in the illicit tramadol trade, breathing new life into its faltering African operations. The antalgic […]
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France and Gabon restructure military ties: Camp de Gaulle to transition from base to training hub
The Camp de Gaulle is no longer a French military base. These words, delivered by Fabrice Mauriès, France’s Ambassador to Gabon, during his address at the French National Day celebrations in Libreville on July 14, marked a turning point in the evolving defense partnership between the two nations. The diplomat confirmed that the site’s transformation […]
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Maroc et France renforcent leur coopération avec des visites de haut niveau
L'ambassadeur français au Maroc, Sébastien Lecornu, et le Premier ministre marocain, Aziz Akhannouch, ont signé hier mardi à Rabat un accord de coopération économique et culturelle. Le premier ministre français a exprimé son soutien aux efforts du Maroc pour promouvoir l'innovation et la croissance économique dans le pays. Cette visite de haut niveau est une […]
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Rebuilding trust amid Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC
rebuilding trust amid Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC 17 july 2026 Ebola continues to spread in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In North Kivu, alongside medical care and the opening of a new Ebola treatment center in Butembo, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is working closely with local communities and leaders in Butembo and […]
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A crucial ECOWAS summit in Freetown without the Sahel alliance
PolitiqueAfrique Encore un sommet de la Cédéao sans l’AES Mohamed Touré 17/07/202617 juillet 2026 Freetown accueille ce week-end la réunion des chefs d’Etat et de gouvernement de la Cédéao. Le Mali, le Niger et le Burkina Faso se sont retirés de l’organisation qui tente depuis de redorer son blason. https://p.dw.com/p/5HH8P The 69th summit of the […]
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CEDEAO summit fails to reunite with Sahel alliance again
The 69th Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone, unfolded at a pivotal moment for the regional bloc. While leaders convened on Sunday, the absence of three key members—Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso—remained a glaring challenge. These nations, now part of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), continue to shape […]
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President tshisekedi’s urgent plea in luanda: challenging international inaction on drc conflict
During an official visit to Luanda, Angola, where he received a warm welcome from his counterpart João Lourenço, the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, delivered a remarkably powerful political address that resonated deeply. Speaking at the podium of the 3rd edition of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) initiative, the […]
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French Morocco ties boosted as Paris and Rabat deepen cooperation
French-Morocco ties boosted as Paris and Rabat deepen cooperation Breaking news. During a high-profile visit to Rabat on July 16, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Moroccan authorities solidified a renewed partnership between their nations. The discussions centered on enhanced security collaboration, strategic investments, and an exceptional bilateral treaty, while sidestepping recent Pegasus spyware allegations. […]
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Gabon and Ivory Coast strengthen defense ties at Abidjan’s independence parade
African Politics Gabon and Ivory Coast strengthen defense ties at Abidjan’s independence parade By Chief Editor July 17, 2026 117 No comment The upcoming military parade in Abidjan on August 7th will mark more than just Ivory Coast’s 66th Independence Day celebrations. It will signal a bold new chapter in Gabonese-Ivorian defense cooperation, one that […]
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Gabon’s Court of Auditors strengthens its transparency revolution
Economie Cour des comptes : le Gabon arme sa révolution de la transparence Libreville, Friday, July 17, 2026 – The fight against corruption extends far beyond mere rhetoric, declarations of intent, or public relations stunts. Its true measure lies in the institutional capacity to establish enduring rules, methodologies, legal precedents, and a culture of accountability […]
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Suspicious deaths surge as gold fever grips Cameroon
Investigation gold rush fuels deadly corruption in Cameroon Across Cameroon’s East and Adamaoua regions, illegal gold mining has exploded. Unregulated operations thrive as state control crumbles, with vast fortunes smuggled to Dubai through shadowy networks backed by local accomplices. Deadly clashes and suspicious deaths now stain this desperate scramble for wealth. Georges DougueliInvestigative Journalist Corruption […]
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Gabon : Djoutou, la ruche qui transforme l’économie locale
Economie Gabon : Djoutou, la ruche qui transforme l’économie locale By Redac chef 17 juillet 2026 167 No comment Libreville, Vendredi 17 Juillet 2026 (Infos Gabon) – Dans le débat mondial sur l’exploitation des ressources naturelles, une question revient avec insistance depuis plusieurs décennies. Comment transformer la richesse des territoires en prospérité durable pour ceux […]
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