Category: A la Une
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’
Read MoreCôte 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
Read MoreBénin 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
Read MoreRussia 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.
Read MoreChad 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
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire: les véhicules électriques gagnent du terrain dans le secteur des VTC
En Côte d’Ivoire, plus d’un millier de voitures électriques sillonnent les routes. Silencieuses et économes en carburant, ces véhicules séduisent surtout les opérateurs de VTC, qui y voient des coûts
Read MoreOusmane Sonko’s semantic shift: from firebrand to peacemaker
Since leaving the prime minister’s office, Ousmane Sonko has noticeably softened his rhetoric. More measured, more nuanced, less combative, the Pastef leader now wears the cloak of a peacemaker, attempting
Read MoreOligui Nguema pushes to make Gabon a regional medical hub
With the aim of turning Gabon into a healthcare benchmark in Central Africa, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has recently reaffirmed the commitments made earlier. Between constructing hospital facilities, strengthening technical
Read MoreAfrica Corps shifts tactics in Mali: focus on capital and air power
The Russian Africa Corps is repositioning its fighters away from northern Mali to safeguard the capital and the ruling junta, while providing aerial support and intelligence to Malian soldiers on
Read MoreBénin prioritises life over payment in emergency care reform
A significant shift is underway in Bénin’s healthcare system. When a medical emergency strikes, financial obstacles no longer stand between patients and life-saving treatment. Health authorities have officially implemented immediate
Read MoreMaganga Moussavou pledges support for oligui nguema’s vision
Following President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s state of the nation address, Pierre-Claver Maganga Moussavou, leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and former vice president, shared his thoughts. He commended
Read MoreGabon water and electricity: president announces reforms, asks for patience
While this is not the first time he has raised the issue, the president chose to address it with a commitment to transparency. He made it clear that a steady
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