Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Benin senate formation gathers pace with first member list unveiled The establishment of the Senate in Bénin has reached a key milestone as the government finalizes the first roster of ex-officio members slated to join the newly formed upper parliamentary chamber. This development follows the constitutional reforms enacted in November 2025, which reintroduced a bicameral […]
With August’s commemorative events approaching, the Gabonese government is boosting its organizational efforts to ensure seamless execution of the nation’s most significant celebrations. Leading the charge, Vice-President of the Government, Hermann Immongault, chaired an operational meeting on June 30, 2026, with the Independence Day festivities organizing committee. The session focused on assessing progress for three […]
Uber is broadening its presence in Morocco by launching ride-hailing services in Tangier and Agadir, two key tourist hubs. This move complements existing offerings in Casablanca and Rabat, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting the country’s booming tourism sector—especially as preparations intensify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. With Morocco targeting 26 million visitors by […]
Economy Gabon accelerates economic transformation with African development bank By Editor-in-Chief July 1, 2026 138 No comment Libreville, July 1, 2026 — As Gabon advances its bold economic transformation agenda, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has reaffirmed its commitment to spearhead this critical phase. The continental financial institution’s high-level engagement in Libreville signals a renewed […]
The countdown has begun for Africa’s most critical water summits, and West African diplomacy is stepping up its game. At the heart of this movement, the Palais de la Marina in Cotonou hosted a pivotal meeting between Chad and Bénin, signaling a bold commitment from both nations to prioritize water resource management as a cornerstone […]
Politics Why we must rally behind President Paul Biya’s vice-presidential nomination The June 29, 2026 announcement by the Minister of Finance regarding the rehabilitation of the Sonara refinery has reignited national debate. This bold intervention follows closely on the heels of… Armand Djaleu | July 1, 2026 | 4 minutes read A A A Follow […]
Economic Insights Gabon ends EU fishing deal to boost local economic sovereignty 52 views No comments Libreville, July 1, 2026 — The termination of Gabon’s fishing agreement with the European Union marks a historic shift in the country’s economic strategy. After 19 years of partnership, Libreville has chosen not to renew the framework that governed […]
Politics Shanda Tonme: “No Leader Has Faced Such an Inextricable Situation” Civil mediator and anti-corruption advocate Shanda Tonme delivers a stark warning about Cameroon’s political future. Armand Djaleu |56 minutes ago|4 min read AAA Follow Cameroon politics on Google Summary Listen Comment Cameroon’s Political Crisis: A Warning from Shanda Tonme Cameroon stands at a crossroads […]
Economy Gabon’s debt must deliver tangible outcomes for citizens Editorial Team July 1, 2026 98 No comments Libreville, July 1, 2026 — Gabon has adopted a firm stance. With delays plaguing multiple projects funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB), authorities are now demanding concrete results. The June 29 meeting in Libreville between Vice-President of […]
Civil engineers in Benin get extended registration window The Ministry of Housing and Transport has granted a fresh 30-day window for Beninese civil engineers to complete their registration with the National Order of Civil Engineers of Benin. This extension applies to all eligible professionals, whether based locally or overseas. Georges Alé oversees the extension of […]
Opinion Cameroon football debate: why national priorities must come first In a nation awaiting long-overdue government reforms, public discourse remains fixated on football. Jean Rodrigue Atemengue’s open letter challenges this misplaced focus. When football overshadows governance Jean Rodrigue Atemengue’s open letter delivers a sharp critique of Cameroon’s public discourse priorities. In a nation where a […]
Dictatorships follow a predictable pattern: once dissenting voices are silenced, independent media shuttered, and freedom of expression strangled, the next logical step is to monopolize economic independence. The military-led transition in Mali has now entered this dangerous phase, cloaking its true intentions behind administrative theater. The regime’s latest move—a ceremonially signed Charter for Micro, Small […]
