US Embassy in Rabat marks 250 years of American independence with Morocco
The United States Embassy in Rabat commemorated Tuesday the 250th anniversary of American independence with a special reception held at the ancient Chellah site. Attended by high-ranking Moroccan officials, diplomats, and public and private sector partners, the event highlighted nearly two and a half centuries of friendship and cooperation between the United States and the […]
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Gabon’s first national datacenter to launch in june 2026
After years of anticipation, Gabon is set to unveil its maiden national datacenter on June 30, 2026. This landmark facility, spearheaded by ST Digital—a Gabonese specialist in cloud services and IT infrastructure management—will serve as a secure hub for government data, corporate systems, and eventually, regional digital services. The project marks a pivotal shift in […]
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Gabon’s agroindustrial leap with SONOCO’s bold investment plan
Economy Gabon’s agroindustrial leap with SONOCO’s bold investment plan By Editor-in-Chief June 10, 2026 89 No comment Libreville, June 10, 2026 – Gabon may have just unlocked one of the most transformative chapters in its economic evolution. In a landmark meeting with a delegation from Guinea’s SONOCO led by CEO Abdoul Karim Diallo, President Brice […]
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Ivory Coast plans high-speed rail to boost economy
Ivory Coast is on the verge of joining Morocco as Africa’s second nation to operate a high-speed rail network. The government has greenlit plans for a TGV line connecting Abidjan, the economic hub, to Yamoussoukro, the political capital established by former President Félix Houphouët-Boigny. This ambitious project aims to slash travel time between the two […]
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Constitutional debates grip DRC as power pushes for reforms
Kinshasa is hosting a series of high-profile academic symposia this week, with the Constitution taking center stage as the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s government intensifies its push for constitutional reform. Organized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, the three-day event kicks off today in the capital, with parallel sessions scheduled […]
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Conditions of detention of Gabon’s former prime minister Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze
The incarceration conditions of Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, Gabon’s former Prime Minister, have become a subject of growing public concern. His detention, now under scrutiny, raises important questions about the treatment of high-profile figures within the country’s correctional system. a detention shrouded in limited transparency Reports emerging from Gabon’s detention facilities paint a picture of restricted access […]
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M23 accused of mass forced conscription and brutal detentions in eastern DRC
M23 accused of mass forced conscription and brutal detentions in eastern DRC Human Rights Watch has released a damning report detailing allegations of widespread forced conscription and inhumane detention practices by the M23 armed group in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. The findings point to a systematic campaign of abductions and coercive tactics targeting […]
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Burkina Faso’s diaspora bond raises over 150 billion FCFA in record success
The Burkina Faso government has successfully closed its inaugural sovereign bond targeting the diaspora, achieving remarkable financial momentum. The Diaspora Bond initiative surpassed all expectations by raising 151.5 billion West African CFA francs, a figure that eclipses initial projections set by authorities in Ouagadougou. For a Sahelian nation facing escalating financial demands and limited access […]
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Togo : ces piliers sur lesquels Faure Gnassingbé s’appuie dans le Nord
Publié aujourd’hui à 07h03 Lecture : 5 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Jeune Afrique Faure Gnassingbé By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative journalist
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Gabon media crisis threatens democratic future
As Gabon strives to establish a modern Fifth Republic, its media landscape faces an unprecedented crisis. Print publications are fading, online outlets struggle to survive, advertising revenue dwindles, and access to public information grows increasingly difficult. Beyond the economic survival of news organizations, the very foundation of Gabonese democracy is now at stake. The most […]
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Yaoundé’s urban evolution: from village to political hub
«Yaoundé has transformed beyond recognition over the past two decades,» shared a lifelong resident born in the Cameroonian capital. «Once a modest village spread across seven hills, today’s cityscape reflects the fruits of modern urban planning. The changes fill me with pride.» Mbarga Obama, nearing his 90th year, has witnessed firsthand the city’s remarkable growth. […]
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China dominates Chad’s imports while UAE leads in exports
Trade and Economy China supplies 30% of Chad’s imports while UAE purchases 26% of its exports Two global powers shape Chad’s trade landscape, each playing a distinctly different role in the country’s economic exchanges. China: The dominant supplier shaping Chad’s trade In 2025, Chad imported goods worth 306.5 billion CFA francs from China, accounting for […]
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