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Economy FlyGabon expands horizons with direct flights to Europe By Editor-in-Chief June 19, 2026 108 No comment Libreville, June 19, 2026 — Once primarily a domestic and regional carrier, Gabon’s national airline is on the verge of a historic leap. With plans to launch direct flights to Paris and London, FlyGabon is not merely expanding […]

Mawunyo Hermann Boko Pastef Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye Can Senegal’s opposition capitalize on the growing divide between Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye? Rifts within the ruling party in Senegal are deepening, raising critical questions about the future of the political landscape and the Pastef movement. The growing tension between opposition leader Ousmane Sonko […]

The Republic of Burundi has once again reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its entire expanse, encompassing the Sahara region. This stance was clearly outlined in a joint statement following high-level discussions between Burundi’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration, and Development Cooperation, Édouard Bizimana, and his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser […]

After months of speculation, the flamboyant Cameroonian figure Longuè Longuè made a spectacular return to Yaoundé, marking a turning point in the country’s political and social landscape. His arrival was anything but ordinary—unfolding through a series of unexpected twists that captivated both supporters and critics alike. a journey filled with unexpected turns The return of […]

The Benin National Assembly has approved the revised budget law for 2026, marking a critical step in aligning financial resources with the country’s evolving governance structure. The unanimous vote on June 19, 2026, reflects strong cross-party consensus on the need for fiscal adjustments to support the executive’s priorities. Budget adjustments align with government restructuring The […]

Key discussions on deepening Morocco-United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) partnership took place in Addis Ababa this week, as senior officials from both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continental growth and integration. High-level engagement in Addis Ababa Mohamed Arrouchi, Morocco’s ambassador and permanent representative to the African Union (AU) and UNECA, met with Claver […]

Nasser Bourita and Édouard Bizimana during their meeting in Rabat on June 19, 2026 © Maroc Diplomatie Diplomatic reinforcement: Burundi reaffirms unwavering support for Morocco’s Sahara stance The Republic of Burundi has once again voiced its unconditional and steadfast backing for Morocco’s territorial integrity, including its claim over the entire Sahara region. This firm position […]

The government of Bénin has conveyed its unwavering support to the people of Niger following a targeted assault on Niamey’s international airport on Thursday, 18 June 2026. In an official statement released from Cotonou, Bénin’s authorities expressed deep concern over the incident and condemned the attack on a critical civilian infrastructure. « The attack on […]

Kinshasa security debate: José Makila blames Tshisekedi for M23 resurgence M23 rebels in Bukavu on February 20, 2025 Security Friday, June 19, 2026 – 13:52 In a live Space interview with journalist Stanis Bujakera Tshiamala, opposition leader and former Vice Prime Minister José Makila Sumanda delivered sharp critiques of the security situation in eastern Democratic […]

The recent decision by N’Djamena to reject the railway route validated by Yaoundé has exposed the fragility of unilateral approaches in major regional integration projects. Beyond technical disagreements, this dispute highlights the economic, geopolitical, and territorial stakes surrounding an infrastructure set to transform trade between Cameroon, Chad, and beyond. On June 4, the steering committee […]