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economy Perenco under scrutiny: oil, governance and justice in central africa By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 86 No comment Libreville, June 19, 2026 — A storm is brewing over the…
The Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) has responded sharply to the Constitutional Council’s decision reinstating Ousmane Sonko as a member of parliament. In a Thursday…
Economy Africa’s energy push: Gabon joins breakthrough 50 million connections milestone 172 views No comments Libreville, June 19, 2026 – Africa has reached a critical milestone in its quest for…
In a surprising turn of events, Senegal’s Constitutional Council has shifted from bold constitutional interpretation to procedural evasion in the case of Ousmane Sonko’s reinstatement as deputy. On June 17,…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is fine-tuning its strategic vision for Burkina Faso with a clear roadmap for 2027-2031. A high-level delegation led by Lamin Barrow, AfDB Director-General for West…
Bénin: Major drug haul destroyed in Ouidah The Bénin government has taken decisive action against organized crime with a high-profile incineration event in Ouidah, demonstrating the country’s zero-tolerance policy toward…
Eastern DRC: Aimé Boji warns those who believe occupied territories can renounce national belonging Arrests by AFC/M23 rebels in Goma Security Friday 19 June 2026 – 10:44 Speaking on Monday…
Africa Côte d’Ivoire advances in professionalizing domestic work Ivorian authorities strengthen efforts to formalize and elevate the domestic work sector, critical to both the national economy and household operations. —…
Bénin parliament to deliberate urgent fiscal and governance reforms friday The 10th legislature of the Bénin National Assembly is set to convene this Friday at the Palais des Gouverneurs to…
Legislative milestone for religious legislation The National People’s Assembly (ALP) is set to deliberate a pivotal bill this Saturday, June 20, 2026, following its adoption by the Council of Ministers…
The political landscape in Sénégal has entered uncharted territory following a dramatic power shift within the Pastef party. Since Bassirou Diomaye Faye assumed the presidency in March 2024, the relationship…
Eastern DRC: AFC/M23 condemns mediators’ silence, accusing Kinshasa of sabotaging peace efforts AFC/M23 leaders meet with MONUSCO officials in Goma The Alliance Fleuve Congo/M23 (AFC/M23) has launched a scathing attack…