Gabon’s president joins Côte d’Ivoire’s independence celebrations
The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, arrived in Abidjan on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, to attend the 66th anniversary celebrations of Côte d’Ivoire’s independence. His official visit underscores…
Benin’s strategic diplomacy: balancing global partnerships for national growth
Amidst the profound geopolitical shifts reshaping West Africa, Benin has adopted a pragmatic and confident diplomatic approach. Recently, the Beninese Ambassador to Russia engaged with authorities in Saint Petersburg to…
Benin’s robust economic growth: navigating global challenges with strategic reforms
Amidst a volatile international landscape, marked by geopolitical tensions and market instability, Bénin continues to demonstrate a trajectory of sustained economic expansion. The African Development Bank’s (AfDB) 2026 Country Report…
DRC: how an expelled officer paralyzed the ceasefire verification mechanism
Nearly four months after its establishment in Montreux, the Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism (EJVM+), designed to oversee the ceasefire between Kinshasa and the AFC/M23, has yet to commence operations. The…
Côte d’Ivoire advances energy pact with new steering committee launch
The newly established Steering Committee for Côte d’Ivoire’s National Energy Pact convened its inaugural session on August 4, 2026, at the SCIAM building in Abidjan. Led by Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA,…
World Bank delegation in Dakar to boost Senegal’s economic growth
The Vice-President of the World Bank for West and Central Africa, Ousmane Diagana, is conducting an official visit to Dakar from August 4 to 8, 2026. This mission aligns with…
Bénin senate election: key figures vie for top leadership roles
The Bénin is poised to mark a pivotal moment in its democratic evolution as the newly established Senate convenes for its inaugural session. On Thursday, August 6, 2026, the 25…
Senegal: former ally criticises prime minister sonko’s economic policies
In a surprising shift within Senegal’s political landscape, Lansana Gagny Sakho, a respected technocrat once closely aligned with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, has publicly distanced himself from the government’s economic…
RDC : l’AIEA savait depuis 2009 que l’uranium partait vers la Chine
Un mémorandum confidentiel de l’AIEA datant de 2009 révélait que l’uranium congolais partait vers la Chine via les exportations de cobalt. Quinze ans plus tard, aucune mesure diplomatique n’a été…
Ousmane Sonko convenes national assembly bureau, signaling political intensity
A palpable sense of anticipation fills the air at the National Assembly as parliamentary operations gear up. I can confirm that the bureau of this legislative body, convened by Ousmane…
Spain urges allies to avoid blaming Morocco amidst Ceuta migration influx
Spain urges allies to avoid blaming Morocco amidst Ceuta migration influx The EU shifts focus to counter disinformation rather than confronting Rabat Politique Spain has implored other European governments to…
Gabon’s public debt trajectory: a critical economic outlook
Gabon’s public debt is on a rising path, with projections in Libreville indicating it could reach 94.3% of the gross domestic product (GDP) by 2027. This escalating trend, initiated during…