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The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has embarked on a three-day state visit to France, marking his second official trip to the European nation since assuming office. This…
Gabon’s mining sector is poised for a major transformation following a landmark agreement signed in Paris. The deal between the Gabonese government and French mining giant Eramet, through its subsidiary…
Morocco’s economy expands by 4.9% in 2025 despite global challenges The annual report presented to King Mohammed VI highlights robust economic growth, controlled inflation, and strengthened foreign reserves despite international…
The Cameroun government and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) have jointly reviewed the outcomes of their 2019-2026 partnership program, revealing significant strides in rural agricultural productivity. Strategic agricultural…
In the vast stretches of Mali’s north and central regions, where armed groups continue to challenge state authority, a puzzling trend has emerged. While Malian soldiers frequently bear the brunt…
Congo’s shadow state: the invisible force behind the throne In the Democratic Republic of Congo, power has never been seized in broad daylight—it is taken in the darkness. Since 1960,…
Thiès is abuzz with anticipation as preparations intensify for Ousmane Sonko’s highly anticipated arrival this Sunday. Local leaders of his party, Pastef, are working tirelessly to orchestrate a memorable reception,…
The Senegalese public debt debate has evolved beyond mere accounting concerns, now deeply entangled in the country’s political landscape. A stark contrast emerges between the long-term horizons of financial markets…
The burden of Senegal’s public debt has evolved beyond mere financial calculations. Today, it stands at the crossroads of political urgency, where long-term economic planning clashes with the five-year electoral…
In the world of public policy, few challenges are as pressing—or as politically sensitive—as managing national debt. For Senegal’s government, this balancing act has never been more complex, caught between…
The Ivorian economy, after fifteen years of sustained expansion, is now banking on the rise of homegrown corporate champions to propel its development ambitions through 2030. From natural cosmetics to…
Economy Gabon modernizes public revenue collection with integrated tax and customs strategy By Editor-in-Chief Sunday, July 19, 2026 100 No comment Libreville, July 19, 2026 – A nation’s ability to…