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Benin public sector: 1,110 civil servants progress to 12th grade level
Civil servants in Benin have received long-awaited financial and administrative relief as the government clears a backlog preventing eligible employees from advancing to the 12th grade level. The decision, announced
Read MoreHow Benin’s kanvo and indigo textiles are driving economic transformation
On the evening of Saturday, July 18, 2026, the Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel became the epicenter of a bold new chapter for Benin’s cultural and economic future. The occasion? The
Read MoreGabon France deepening ties with high stakes diplomacy in Paris
Politics Gabon and France: A strategic reset in Paris By Editor-in-Chief July 20, 2026 80 No comment Libreville, Monday, July 20, 2026 – More than a formal diplomatic engagement, the
Read MoreBenin and world bank unveil decade-long plan for jobs and human capital
Benin and World Bank launch 10-year initiative to boost jobs and human development Cotonou witnessed a landmark event on Friday, July 17, as Benin and the World Bank Group (WBG)
Read MoreGabon’s leadership in transformation recognized internationally
Politics Gabon’s leadership in transformation recognized internationally By Editor-in-Chief July 20, 2026 119 No comment Libreville, July 20, 2026 — The 2026 Political Courage Award presented to Gabonese President Brice
Read MoreOusmane Sonko’s high-stakes visit to Thiès: a rallying point for Pastef’s membership drive
Thiès is bracing for a major political event this Sunday as Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, makes a highly anticipated stop in the city. Local party officials are
Read MoreDRC president cancels new york visit amid pressing national priorities
DRC president cancels new york visit amid pressing national priorities Félix Tshisekedi during a SADC-EAC videoconference meeting Politics July 20, 2026 The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix
Read MoreTogo faces scrutiny over foreign military presence amid governance concerns
The presence of foreign military personnel on Togolese soil has sparked growing questions, as authorities remain tight-lipped about their exact roles and the terms of their deployment. Observers have noted
Read MoreSénégal’s parliament gears up for transparency reforms led by Ousmane Sonko
The corridors of the National Assembly in Dakar are buzzing with activity as Ousmane Sonko and his parliamentary bloc prepare to push forward a sweeping legislative agenda focused on accountability
Read MoreBurkina Faso’s security dilemma: a nation’s shifting priorities
There was a period when Burkina Faso garnered more attention for its stability than for its misfortunes. This era, however, was not without its detractors. Blaise Compaoré faced accusations of
Read MoreBénin’s constitutional court reviews April presidential vote lessons
The Constitutional Court of Benin concluded a five-day seminar in Agoué on Friday, July 17, focused on assessing the presidential election held on April 12, 2026. During the event, justices
Read MoreParliament sessions duration in Cameroon under scrutiny
Politics parliament sessions duration in Cameroon: questioning legislative effectiveness In Cameroon, the duration of parliament sessions has become a focal point of debate. Journalist Guibai Gatama raises concerns about the
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