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With just 2,000 francs CFA per day, survival becomes a daily challenge for countless families across Chad, explained sociologist Remadji Ngaba. For a household of five or six members, this translates to roughly 375 francs per person—a figure that paints a stark picture of hardship in even the most modest Tchadian kitchens. Under such constraints, […]
Nationale Madagascar and Chad strengthen economic and diplomatic bonds 12/08/2026 16:21 © Moov Colonel Michaël Randrianirina’s landmark visit to N’Djamena marks a turning point in Madagascar-Chad relations. Economic and infrastructure partnerships take center stage The President of Madagascar’s Refondation administration, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, attended Chad’s 66th Independence Day celebrations in N’Djamena on August 11, 2026. […]
In a recent statement, Morocco’s Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, reaffirmed the country’s long-standing claims over Ceuta and Melilla, two territories it considers integral parts of its national sovereignty. Speaking to a leading international outlet, he emphasized that Rabat remains committed to pursuing these claims through dialogue and strategic patience, noting that the issue frequently […]
Côte d’Ivoire’s flagship business event kicks off in Abidjan The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Côte d’Ivoire (CCI-CI) has launched the second edition of the International Suppliers and Investors Fair of Africa (SIFIA 2026) at the Plateau district in Abidjan. Under the theme “Connecting businesses, creating markets and accelerating growth”, the event brings together […]
Belgian winger Malick Fofana has finally returned to action after nearly a year on the sidelines, and while his Lyon side secured a 3-0 victory over Sparta Prague in the Champions League third qualifying round, the performance left much to be desired in the eyes of his teammates. Fofana, who last played in October, stepped […]
Collective leadership takes shape at PPA-CI under Laurent Gbagbo’s guidance Former Ivorian Head of State and PPA-CI President Laurent Gbagbo has unveiled a significant restructuring of his party’s leadership. In an official announcement, he detailed the appointment of six key figures to key positions, including four vice-presidents and a Chairman of the Strategic and Political […]
Washington’s diplomatic chessboard is witnessing a fresh move as President Donald Trump advances the nomination of Keith Heffern for the pivotal role of U.S. Ambassador to the Gabonese Republic. The official Senate submission on August 7, 2026, marks a broader initiative to revitalize America’s diplomatic corps across Africa. A seasoned diplomat with deep roots in […]
The Movement for the Greatness of Gabon (MGG), under the leadership of its President Christian Mermance N’nang Nsome, has issued a strong call for the unconditional release of Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nzé, the detained leader of the opposition party Ensemble Pour le Gabon (EPG). Justice and democracy under threat In a bold statement released this week, the […]
Senators clash over the origins of discretionary political funds The debate over Senegal’s discretionary political funds has erupted across television studios, social media platforms, and parliamentary corridors. At its heart lies a critical question: who truly first controlled the special funds allocated to the Prime Minister’s office, and how were they used? This discussion unfolds […]
In the wake of escalating inflammatory remarks attributed to certain Gabonese activists abroad, civil society leader Geoffroy Foumboula Libeka Makosso has drawn a clear line between free speech and verbal abuse. Speaking at a press conference in Libreville on August 11, 2026, he condemned recent attacks targeting President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, his wife, and […]
The Executive branch accounts for the majority of these delays, with seven positions identified within the Presidential Palace or its oversight agencies and commissions. In its provisional directory, finalized on July 31, 2026, the National Anti-Corruption Office (OFNAC) has meticulously documented numerous failures to comply with asset declaration obligations among Senegal’s highest-ranking state officials. The […]
A horrific collision in Niger’s Maradi region on August 7, 2026, involving two major transport companies, STM and SONITRAV, left a devastating toll: 22 fatalities and 37 injured, with twisted metal wreckage scattered across the scene. In the wake of widespread public grief and outrage, the Ministry of Transport swiftly announced the threat of “severe […]