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Economy Perenco under judicial scrutiny over alleged financial irregularities in Africa By Editor-in-chief June 19, 2026 86 No comment Libreville, Friday, June 19, 2026 — One of Africa’s most influential energy players now faces a […]
Opposition coalition demands united front after constitutional council backs Sonko’s reinstatement The Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) has responded sharply to the Constitutional Council’s ruling on Ousmane Sonko’s parliamentary reinstatement, […]
Economy Africa’s energy push gains momentum as Gabon joins 50 million connections milestone 172 No comment Libreville, Friday 19 June 2026 – Africa has reached a pivotal moment in its drive toward universal electricity access. […]
From bold guardian to procedural evasion: Senegal’s constitutional council shifts stance On February 15, 2024, Senegal’s Constitutional Council made headlines by embracing a bold interpretation of its constitutional mandate. Facing a deep institutional crisis, the […]
Building a stronger economic future for Burkina Faso The African Development Bank (AfDB) is charting a clear path forward for Burkina Faso’s development trajectory. A high-level delegation, led by Lamin Barrow, AfDB Director General for […]
Bénin: Destruction of 95 kg of cocaine and other narcotics in Ouidah The Bénin authorities have taken a decisive stand against organized crime with a major operation in Ahozon, Ouidah, on June 18, 2026. The […]
Eastern DRC: populations in occupied territories remain steadfastly Congolese, declares National Assembly President Civilians detained by AFC/M23 rebels in Goma Security Friday, June 19, 2026 – 10:44 In a powerful address marking the close of […]
Côte d’Ivoire is making significant strides in transforming the domestic work sector, a vital yet often overlooked component of the national economy. Government officials have renewed their commitment to formalizing this industry, ensuring fair labor […]
Bénin deputies gather for critical Friday session on two urgent bills Members of the 10th legislature of the Bénin National Assembly are set to convene this Friday at the Palais des Gouverneurs for a high-stakes […]
The legislative journey of Burkina Faso’s new religious freedom law reaches a critical milestone this weekend as the Assemblée législative du Peuple (ALP) convenes to deliberate the bill on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The draft […]
Since March 2024, Senegal has been navigating uncharted political waters following the rise of Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko through the PASTEF movement. What began as a united front to challenge the status quo […]
eastern DRC conflict: AFC/M23 accuses mediators of complicity in peace process failure Security Friday, June 19, 2026 – 09:54 The AFC/M23 movement, through its political coordinator Corneille Nangaa, has sharply criticized what it terms the […]