Gabon takes control of its fisheries resources

Libreville, 17 June 2026 – Just days before the sustainable fisheries partnership agreement between Gabon and the European Union was set to expire, the Gabonese government made a major political

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ECOWAS high-level meeting targets community court ruling enforcement in Cotonou

From June 17 to 19, 2026, Benin’s economic capital hosts the second gathering of National Competent Authorities (NCAs) of the ECOWAS Court of Justice. This critical session aims to break

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Forty nations back Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara in Geneva council session

Forty countries reaffirmed their support for Morocco’s sovereignty over its southern territories during the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. This emerged from a declaration read

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Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana strengthen partnership for sustainable cocoa

Afrique Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana strengthen partnership for sustainable cocoa The presidents of Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana reaffirm their commitment to building a sustainable cocoa economy amid global and climate

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Pastef rift: Ibrahima Diam Sow joins Diomaye coalition in Podor

Pastef rift: Ibrahima Diam Sow joins Diomaye coalition in Podor The departure of Ibrahima Diam Sow from Pastef marks a turning point in Podor’s political landscape. The former party coordinator,

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Benin launches crackdown on harmful skin-lightening products

The government of Bénin has taken decisive action against the market for skin-lightening products. As of 5 May, a range of creams, lotions, and other substances designed to lighten the

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Border security: 24 migrants intercepted near Kassouala in northern Bénin

Border security operations in northeastern Bénin have yielded significant results. On Tuesday, 16 June 2026, police officers stationed at the Okpara bridge in Kassouala district stopped a group of 24

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Gabon temporarily bans sardine and ‘sans nom’ fish exports to protect local supply

The government is taking a tougher stance to safeguard the national fish market. Since 26 March 2026, the export of sardine (Ethmalosa fimbriata) and the fish commonly called ‘sans nom’

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Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana strengthen commitment to sustainable cocoa farming

Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana strengthen commitment to sustainable cocoa farming President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire and his Ghanaian counterpart John Dramani Mahama co-chaired a high-level summit on the Côte

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Bénin and Niger move closer to reopening their shared border

The border between Bénin and Niger could soon reopen after more than two years of almost complete closure. According to converging information from Cotonou and Niamey, officials from both nations

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Russia Day in Chad: Ambassador Highlights Deepening Partnership and Shared Goals

Russia Day in Chad: Ambassador Highlights Deepening Partnership and Shared Goals The Russian Embassy in Chad celebrated Russia Day, showcasing the growth of bilateral relations in education, security, and diplomacy.

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Chad and Algeria strengthen downstream oil cooperation

The director general of Chad’s Downstream Petroleum Sector Regulatory Authority (ARSAT), Mr. Hassan Adoum Younousmi, was received in audience on 16 June by the Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons

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