Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

Shell’s strategic comeback to Gabon’s oil sector after a decade-long absence

Shell’s return to Gabon signals a pivotal moment for the country’s oil industry. A decade after withdrawing from the West African nation, the Anglo-Dutch energy giant is set to re-enter Gabon’s sedimentary basin, a move aligned with Libreville’s efforts to halt the persistent decline in hydrocarbon output. The decision, unveiled amid sweeping reforms following a […]

Sénégal : la cohabitation Diomaye Faye-Sonko vacille

Au Sénégal, la relation entre le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye et Ousmane Sonko, son ancien Premier ministre limogé le 23 mai, s’est brusquement détériorée. L’ex-Premier ministre, acclamé par ses partisans devant son domicile, incarne désormais une opposition interne au sein du camp Pastef. La cohabitation, longtemps perçue comme improbable, devient chaque jour plus tendue. Pastef […]

Morocco abandons gmt+1 shift after years of public demand

After years of heated national debate, the Moroccan government has officially confirmed its decision to abandon the GMT+1 time zone permanently. Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch announced the move during a televised address following a cabinet meeting, marking the end of a long-standing controversy. In his statement, Akhannouch emphasized that this decision reflects the government’s commitment […]

Laurent esso named paul biya’s personal representative at alexis dipanda mouelle’s funeral

President Paul Biya has designated Minister of Justice Laurent Esso as his personal envoy to the funeral ceremonies of Alexis Dipanda Mouelle, the first Chief Justice of Cameroon’s Supreme Court. The appointment was conveyed through a letter dated June 10, 2026, signed by Samuel Mvondo Ayolo, director of the Civil Cabinet at the Presidency. Laurent […]

Bénin lawmakers appoint ces first vice-president as new mediator of the republic

On Wednesday, 24 June 2026, during a plenary session at the Palais des Gouverneurs, deputies of the 10th legislature examined and adopted a bill modifying Law No. 2009-22 of 3 January 2014 on the Mediator of the Republic. This legislative reform eliminates the separate appointment for the Mediator of the Republic, streamlining state operations. From […]

Drc mining sector: énarques honoured for solutions to key challenges

Cérémonie de remise du prix Buanya The Ministry of Mines organised the official award ceremony for the “BUANYA” excellence competition on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at the Pullman Grand Hotel in Kinshasa. This initiative, launched by Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba, aimed to mobilise graduates of the National School of Administration (ENA) around the […]

Fardc dismisses claims of community persecution, warns M23 over identity manipulation

Fardc dismisses claims of community persecution, warns M23 over identity manipulation Members of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) have strongly rejected accusations leveled by the AFC/M23 politico-military movement regarding the security situation in eastern DR Congo, particularly allegations […]

Gabon council of ministers meets thursday in Libreville under president oligui nguema

President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema presides over a council of ministers this Thursday in Libreville, the nation’s capital. The Council of Ministers in Gabon stands as the highest decision-making body of the state. It gathers at the Presidential Palace under the chairmanship of the Head of State. This institution oversees the proper functioning of national […]

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