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Minister of Commerce Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana has announced a major discount shopping event in the city of Yaoundé. This government-led initiative is set to transform the Boulevard du 20 Mai into a hub for […]
As part of its ongoing counter-terrorism mission, the Rapid Intervention Battalion (BIR) is prioritizing the safety of religious venues through the deployment of Operation Alpha. Because terrorist organizations frequently target spiritual gathering spots to incite […]
The United States Department of the Treasury has moved to disrupt the financial networks of the M23 rebel group by imposing sanctions on Gasabo Gold Refinery and its managing director, Jean Malic Kalima. This action […]
The first stone of a significant project to reconfigure the drinking water supply network in Yaoundé was officially laid this Thursday, June 25, 2026, in Minkoameyos. This initiative is designed to provide a sustainable solution […]
Morocco elected commissioner of African nuclear energy commission On Friday, Morocco was unanimously elected as a commissioner of the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) for a three-year term. The election took place during the […]
Gabon is taking a firm stand against Silicon Valley and Beijing tech giants. In Libreville, the Senate reviewed a government bill designed to strictly regulate social media activity nationwide. The legislation aims to fill a […]
In a significant turn of events for the Steve Diffo case, the traditional ruler of Baloum and eight other suspects have been formally charged and placed in detention at the Dschang central prison. The legal […]
Gabon honors its elders with a national day of recognition For decades, they have been the backbone of the administration, the architects of our institutions, and the guardians of state continuity. These seniors have passed […]
As Olympique de Marseille looks to balance its books, the departure of Mason Greenwood has become a focal point of their summer strategy. While the French club is holding out for a substantial windfall, interest […]
On Thursday, June 25, the United States government imposed sanctions on a Rwandan company and its owner, accusing them of selling gold illegally extracted from neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to fund the antigovernment […]
The security situation continues to deteriorate in the Rutshuru territory of North Kivu, where at least ten people were abducted, two others killed, and multiple properties looted between Tuesday and Wednesday, June 24, according to […]
Rewarded for an outstanding season with a call-up to the France national team for the 2026 World Cup, defender Maxence Lacroix may not return to Crystal Palace after the tournament. The 26-year-old, heavily linked with […]