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The Mobile Brigade for Economic Control and Fraud Repression (BMCRF) has launched a vigorous campaign to curb the alarming surge in cement prices across Burkina Faso. As the construction sector grapples with rising costs, the regulatory authority is taking decisive action to safeguard consumer interests and restore stability to the market. Unpacking the roots of […]
Unrest Grips Bamako as JNIM Threatens Imminent Operations The Malian capital, Bamako, is grappling with heightened security concerns following the release of a video by the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM) on the evening of June 11, 2026. The footage, disseminated by Al-Qaïda’s Sahel branch, depicts intensified military and logistical preparations, accompanied by […]
Morocco stands at a pivotal moment in its democratic evolution as the nation gears up for the 2026 legislative elections. The journey of women’s political participation here has been marked by historic reforms, grassroots activism, and an ongoing struggle for genuine parity. As the countdown to September 2026 begins, the debate intensifies over whether the […]
During a special gathering in Rabat, the United States Ambassador to Morocco, Richard Duke Buchan III, extended his appreciation to elected representatives from the Moroccan Sahara for attending a ceremony marking the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. The event, held at the Chellah in Rabat on June 9, 2026, brought together Moroccan and international figures, […]
Alassane Ouattara, President of Côte d’Ivoire, recently held back-to-back meetings at the presidential palace in Abidjan with two key figures: Ousmane Diagana, Vice-President of the World Bank for West and Central Africa, and Philippe Van De Vyvère, CEO of the Belgian maritime group Sea-Invest. These discussions reflect the dual approach the Ivorian leader is pursuing […]
Cameroun’s road infrastructure: 2 442 km paved but challenges remain Progress, obstacles, and future plans for the national road network were highlighted during a public briefing in Yaoundé. Liliane Ndangue |9 hours ago|3 min read Key achievements and ongoing projects in road infrastructure During a public conference held at the Salon de l’Action Gouvernementale (SAGO […]
In a decisive move by Gabon’s Minister of Justice and Keeper of the Seals, Augustin Emane, Dr. Eddy Narcisse Minang, the country’s Prosecutor General near the Court of Appeal in Libreville, has been provisionally suspended from his duties for a period of three months. The suspension, issued under order number 000007/MJGSCDH on June 9, 2026, […]
From laggard to leader: how Bénin transformed its financial governance The Bénin of today is a stark contrast to the nation that, just a decade ago, struggled with transparency in public finances. The latest Open Budget Survey reveals a dramatic leap: the country now scores 79/100, placing it second in Africa and top of the […]
The Autonomous Port of Lomé, Togo’s economic lifeline, is bracing for significant disruption following the formal submission of a three-day strike notice by its workers’ union. Scheduled from June 25 to 27, 2026, the industrial action aims to escalate pressure over unresolved labor demands. An escalating industrial dispute with far-reaching repercussions At the heart of […]
Mali’s trade corridors under siege as JNIM tightens grip on key supply lines The recent surge in coordinated assaults by the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) and the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA) has plunged Mali into a new cycle of violence. On April 25, simultaneous strikes rocked strategic cities including Kati, Mopti, […]
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Politics Libreville’s coastal revival: a new chapter for Gabon’s capital By Editor-in-Chief June 11, 2026 148 No comment Libreville, Gabon — June 11, 2026: President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema made a high-profile visit to the capital’s coastal development sites yesterday, underscoring his administration’s commitment to transforming the shoreline into an economic powerhouse and urban showcase. […]