Gabon’s governance test under international scrutiny
politics Gabon’s governance test under international scrutiny by lead editor July 1, 2026 118 No comment Libreville, Wednesday, July 1, 2026 — As the global fight against corruption increasingly defines a nation’s credibility among investors, international partners, and citizens alike, Gabon this week finds itself under the global spotlight. Since June 29, the country has […]
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Cameroon: UDC strongly denounces alleged torture of activist Jacques Bertrand Mang
Cameroon’s Union démocratique du Cameroun condemns alleged torture of political activist The Union démocratique du Cameroun (UDC) has expressed deep concern over reports that activist Jacques Bertrand Mang was subjected to torture and inhumane treatment. Through its president, Patricia Tomaino Ndam Njoya, the party vehemently condemns such acts, which violate the Cameroonian Constitution. ‘’Should these […]
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Mali army secures supply convoy of 940 trucks to Bamako
Between June 23 and 29, the Malian Armed Forces successfully escorted a convoy of 940 civilian supply trucks along the Kaïs-Sandari-Diema-Bamako route, ensuring safe passage to the capital. The operation began with 540 trucks departing from Kaïs toward Sandari, later joined by an additional military escort originating from Diéma. Vehicles stranded along the way were […]
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Benin senate formation gathers pace with first member list unveiled
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 […]
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Government ramps up preparations for august celebrations in Gabon
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 […]
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Uber expands in Morocco with new services in tangier and agadir
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 […]
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Gabon accelerates economic transformation with African development bank
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 […]
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Bénin and Chad unite to lead African water governance efforts
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 […]
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Supporting president paul biya’s vice-presidential nomination
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 […]
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Gabon ends EU fishing deal to boost local economic sovereignty
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 […]
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Shanda tonme warns of Cameroon’s existential crisis under biya’s leadership
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 […]
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Gabon’s debt must deliver tangible outcomes for citizens
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 […]
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