Gabon raises civil service recruitment age to 40: impact on careers and retirement debated
Gabon’s civil service is undergoing a significant transformation with the recent decision to extend the maximum recruitment age to 40 years. Spearheaded by Public Service Minister Laurence Ndong, the reform aims to broaden the talent pool while ensuring professional standards through competitive examinations at national schools. The initiative, developed with input from 29 government departments […]
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France’s shrinking influence in Gabon after military transition
Gabon is witnessing an unprecedented surge in anti-French sentiment, with 78% of citizens now viewing the country’s historical ties with Paris as detrimental—a sharp contrast to the mere 20% who hold favorable views. This dramatic shift positions France as the least popular foreign actor in Libreville, a stark reversal for a nation once regarded as […]
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Benin’s sovereign credit rating upgraded by moody’s to Ba3
The sovereign debt profile of Bénin has just reached a new milestone. By raising the long-term debt rating from B1 to Ba3, Moody’s now places Cotonou in the ‘BB/Ba’ category of sovereign signatures, moving one step closer to ‘investment grade’ status. The stable outlook attached to this decision indicates that the agency does not foresee […]
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Sahel states alliance expresses regret over nigerian president’s security remarks
Sahel states alliance expresses regret over nigerian president’s security remarks “Some of them (the terrorists) are not Nigerians. You see, the problem of insecurity in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger only exacerbates our difficulties,” President Tinubu affirmed on July 30. Partager Burkina Faso’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, convened a meeting on […]
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Slovan bratislava and mällby aif face decisive champions league clash
by Bruno Itoua Slovan Bratislava vs Mällby AIF: High-stakes Champions League showdown In Bratislava, the second leg of the UEFA Champions League’s third qualifying round between Slovan Bratislava and Mällby AIF is shaping up to be a defining moment. Following the Slovaks’ 2-1 victory in Sweden, this home fixture could either secure their progression to […]
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El Malick Ndiaye and Ousmane Sonko demand clarity on Senegal’s local elections date
The discussion surrounding the timeline for upcoming local elections in Senegal has intensified significantly. Following Ousmane Sonko’s direct appeal to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to establish a definitive date for the polls, El Malick Ndiaye has now also asserted a resolute stance on the matter. During Ousmane Sonko’s visit to Linguère, as part of Pastef’s […]
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Kauno Žalgiris faces Dinamo Zagreb in crucial UEFA Champions League clash
Kauno Žalgiris faces Dinamo Zagreb in crucial UEFA Champions League clash
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Morocco stuns South Africa to reach CAN women’s semifinals
Morocco stuns South Africa to reach CAN women’s semifinals Goals: Ouzraoui (31st), Ait El Haj (52nd penalty) for the Atlas Lionesses // Kgatlana (67th) for the Banyana Banyana The Atlas Lionesses made history by overcoming South Africa 2-1 in a thrilling quarter-final clash, securing their spot in the CAN Women’s semifinals. This victory follows Algeria’s […]
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Chad’s independence day: pahimi padacké albert urges national unity amidst political tensions
As Chad anticipates the 66th anniversary of its independence, slated for August 11, 2026, Pahimi Padacké Albert, who leads the Rassemblement national des démocrates tchadiens (RNDT-Le Réveil) and stands as a prominent opposition figure, has issued a heartfelt plea for national unity, societal appeasement, and genuine reconciliation. In his declaration marking this significant national observance, […]
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