Electric vehicles gaining ground in ivory coast’s vtc sector
The electric vehicle revolution has quietly taken the streets of Abidjan. With over 1,000 electric cars now navigating the city’s roads, Côte d’Ivoire is witnessing a gradual shift in urban mobility. These silent, fuel-free vehicles have found a particularly strong foothold in the VTC (ride-hailing) sector, where operators are drawn by significantly lower operational costs […]
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Ousmane sonko’s shifting political rhetoric: from confrontation to consensus
From Firebrand to Statesman: Ousmane Sonko’s Strategic Communication Shift Since departing his role as Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko has undergone a marked transformation in his public discourse. Gone are the fiery declarations and confrontational tone that once defined his political persona. Today, the Pastef leader presents himself as a measured, conciliatory figure, carefully calibrating his […]
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Gabon’s medical hub ambition: transforming healthcare access
Gabon is setting its sights on becoming a leading medical hub in Central Africa, with President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema reaffirming the nation’s bold healthcare transformation plan. This vision encompasses the construction of modern hospital infrastructure, the strengthening of technical capabilities, and enhanced accessibility to medical services. While the initiative promises long-term improvements, it must […]
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Russian africa corps shifts strategy in Mali amid rising tensions
In a strategic pivot, the Russian-backed Africa Corps has redeployed its forces away from Mali’s northern regions, prioritizing the protection of the capital Bamako and the ruling junta. While maintaining aerial support and intelligence-sharing with Malian troops, the group has adopted a more cautious and restrained approach on the ground. evolution of tactics: from frontlines […]
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Bénin takes bold step: healthcare first, billing later for life-saving emergencies
In a groundbreaking shift for healthcare delivery, Benin has officially implemented a policy where financial barriers no longer obstruct emergency medical treatment. The new directive prioritizes saving lives over immediate payment, with the clear mandate: ‘Treat first, settle the bill later.’ The initiative targets two of Cotonou’s most critical medical institutions: the Centre National Hospitalier […]
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Gabon leadership: Maganga Moussavou backs Oligui Nguema’s reform vision
Following President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s State of the Nation address, Pierre-Claver Maganga Moussavou, leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), shared his insights in a candid interview. As a former Vice President of Gabon, he emphasized the president’s message of action, accountability, and mindset transformation, calling it a renewed commitment to the Gabonese people’s […]
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Mali’s water and electricity crisis: promises and reforms ahead
While not the first time the issue has been raised, the President of Mali has emphasized a commitment to transparency in addressing the nation’s water and electricity shortages. Addressing citizens directly, he acknowledged that reliable access to these essential services remains a distant goal, urging patience as reforms take shape. For countless households across Bamako […]
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Niger Libya strengthen strategic partnership through high-level talks
The Prime Minister of Niger, Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine, arrived in Tripoli on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the helm of a high-powered government delegation to advance bilateral ties between Niamey and Tripoli. Warmly received by Libyan counterpart Abdel Hamid Dbeibah, the visit commenced with a full ceremonial welcome, including the playing of national anthems […]
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Gabon’s new political era: accountability takes center stage
Politics Gabon’s new political era: accountability takes center stage By Editor-in-Chief June 16, 2026 170 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, June 16, 2026 — June 15, 2026, etched its name in Gabon’s political history. For the first time under Gabon’s Fifth Republic Constitution, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema addressed the Nation from the floor of Parliament, […]
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Unrest in Togo over unconditional support rhetoric to gnassingbé dynasty
The political landscape in Togo has grown increasingly tense, with recent declarations from groups described as loyalist militias or paramilitary elements sparking sharp reactions from civil society and the opposition. Audio recordings and social media posts feature individuals pledging to “defend the power of the Gnassingbé family at all costs,” even in the face of […]
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Bénin boosts food sovereignty with local processing push
In a sweeping three-day national tour, the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries, Adin Yeton Bloukounon Goubalan, delivered a bold message to farmers and agribusiness leaders across Bénin: the nation must halt its reliance on raw material exports and prioritize domestic processing to secure food independence and economic growth. Bénin’s agricultural sector is at a […]
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China’s generosity boosts Chad’s food security with 1770 tonnes of rice
N’Djamena, 16 June — In the face of mounting climate and economic pressures, the Government of Chad has received a substantial lifeline from the People’s Republic of China. A donation of 1,770 tonnes of rice was officially handed over today at the Radisson Blu hotel, in a ceremony presided over by Minister of Social Action […]
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