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L’essentiel Dates : The African Economic Conference 2026 took place from July 10 to 12, 2026, in Abidjan Organisateurs : Co-organized by the Bank of African Development (BAD), the United…
Key figures 59 fatalities: Death toll from Côte d’Ivoire floods since mid-May 2026, including over 20 in Attécoubé 5 priority zones: Nématoulaye, Djéné écaré, Santé 3, Cité Fairmont and Attécoubé…
How can university research better address the country’s pressing needs? This critical question brought together the leaders of Togo’s UNESCO university chairs in Lomé on July 9, 2026. Organized by…
Africa Chad and Libya move closer to direct air service between N’Djamena and Benghazi Chad and Libya are advancing bilateral ties with plans for a new nonstop flight connecting N’Djamena…
Fabrice Ntchango, Permanent Secretary of Gabon’s National Climate Council, recently led the nation’s delegation to a pivotal regional workshop in Dakar, Senegal. This gathering centered on accelerating the implementation of…
The Republic of Centrafrique has once again been plunged into a nightmare as fresh videos circulate online, exposing the gruesome tactics employed by Wagner mercenaries. On July 8, these fighters—operating…
During an official visit to Bamako, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission reaffirmed the organisation’s unwavering support for Mali as it grapples with escalating security challenges. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission arrived in Bamako over the weekend for an official visit aimed at deepening collaboration between the continental body and Mali. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf’s…
Urban development Libreville’s urban renewal: balancing order and inclusivity Reporting team 13 July 2026 98 No comments Libreville, Monday 13 July 2026 — The 10 July ultimatum issued by Mayor…
Félix Tshisekedi calls for restraint in mining sector tax collection In a strategic shift to bolster investor confidence, President Félix Tshisekedi has directed Congo’s tax authorities to dial back aggressive…
Abidjan, July 2026 — Every time you tap on your smartphone or boot up your laptop, you’re interacting with a silent powerhouse: quartz. This unassuming mineral, abundant in Earth’s crust,…
Ce dernier affirme avoir reçu, lundi dans sa ferme de Kisozi, Floribert Anzuluni Isiloketshi, ministre congolais de l’Intégration régionale et envoyé spécial de Kinshasa. Au cœur de leurs échanges :…