Ebola outbreak in democratic republic of Congo current status
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo: rapid spread and global concerns Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are grappling with a rapidly escalating Ebola crisis, with confirmed cases surpassing 1,000 in just four weeks. The outbreak is concentrated in the eastern provinces of Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu—regions already struggling […]
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Smartphones empower young women in N’Djamena
In the bustling streets of N’Djamena, a subtle yet powerful shift is unfolding among young women. No longer just a tool for communication, smartphones have evolved into a status symbol, reshaping social perceptions and redefining identity in Chad’s capital. A new social currency Gone are the days when a mobile phone was merely a means […]
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Senegal’s constitutional reform sparks sonko-diomaye faye political clash
On Monday, all 129 deputies present in the National Assembly of Sénégal unanimously approved a constitutional reform bill. The proposed changes, championed by the Pastef, aim to strengthen the powers of Parliament and the Prime Minister while redefining the prerogatives of the President of the Republic. However, the coalition supporting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and […]
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Cyber harassment rising threat to chadian women
Cyber harassment: a growing menace targeting women in Chad Human rights In Chad, digital violence has become a distressing reality for many women. Following the Zouhoura case, activist Epiphanie Dionrang shares her experience with online abuse and the urgent need to address this escalating issue. Ten years ago, a tragic case shocked Chad when a […]
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Morocco and BEI secure €365 million for transport network upgrades
Rabat recently witnessed the signing of two landmark agreements totaling €365 million, aimed at modernizing and securing Morocco’s critical rail and road networks. The financing package, formalized in the presence of top officials, underscores the strong partnership between Morocco, the European Investment Bank (BEI), and the European Union. Major investments for rail and road resilience […]
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66 years of DRC independence: bishop warns of nation’s collapse without unity
66 years of DRC independence: bishop warns of nation’s collapse without unity Mgr Fulgence Muteba, Archbishop of Lubumbashi Politics Wednesday, July 1, 2026 – 09:25 As the Democratic Republic of the Congo commemorates its 66th independence anniversary, Archbishop Fulgence Muteba Mugalu of Lubumbashi and President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO), delivered a […]
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Gabon splits water and electricity management in bold public service reform
Gabon has launched a sweeping transformation of its public utilities by separating water and electricity management into two distinct entities. The move comes after the 25 June 2026 cabinet meeting approved two new laws establishing Gabonaise des Eaux and Électricité du Gabon—mixed-economy companies tasked with overseeing potable water supply and electricity distribution, respectively. The restructuring […]
Read MoreGerman envoy meets douala archbishop on papal visit and cooperation
Politics German envoy meets Douala archbishop to discuss papal visit and bilateral ties Christian Sedat, Germany’s Ambassador to Cameroon, paid a courtesy call to the Archbishop of Douala on June 30, 2026, to discuss the Pope’s recent visit to the country and strengthen ties between the two nations. Armand Djaleu |July 1, 2026|3 min read […]
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Gabon and Togo deepen constitutional ties with strategic alliance
The Palais présidentiel in Libreville witnessed a high-level diplomatic and judicial gathering this past Tuesday. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema welcomed Professor Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley, President of Togo’s Constitutional Court, in a meeting that also included Dieudonné Aba’a Owono, his Gabonese counterpart. The encounter signaled a pivotal step in strengthening judicial collaboration between the two nations. […]
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Libreville’s 2025 administrative accounts show surplus amid governance shift
Libreville’s municipal council reconvened under new leadership this week to review the city’s administrative and management accounts for the 2025 fiscal year. The session, held in the Jean-Félix Lassy hall, brought together councillors alongside Marie-Françoise Dikoumba, the Governor of the Estuary Province, signaling a return to institutional stability following recent political turbulence. Last April’s rejection […]
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Diplomacy of illusions in DRC: the limits of Washington, Doha and Montreux agreements
The much-anticipated agreements of Washington, Doha, and Montreux were meant to bring peace to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Instead, they have only revealed the fragility of diplomatic efforts in the face of persistent conflicts. According to a recent report by the United Nations Group of Experts, the outcomes of these high-profile negotiations have […]
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Morocco tackles child labor with bold CESE proposals
The Kingdom of Morocco has made significant strides in combating child labor over the past two decades, yet the challenge persists in informal sectors and hazardous activities. The Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) addressed this pressing issue by unveiling a comprehensive set of recommendations aimed at its complete eradication. During a high-level presentation in […]
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