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The Gabonese government has introduced a groundbreaking reform in the public service sector, raising the maximum recruitment age to 40 years. This decision, spearheaded by Public Service Minister Laurence Ndong, aims to expand the talent pool while ensuring professional excellence through competitive examinations organized by national schools. Modernizing the civil service with targeted expertise The […]
Anti-French sentiment in Gabon has surged to unprecedented levels. The latest Afrobarometer survey reveals that 78% of Gabonese respondents view Paris’ influence as detrimental, while only 20% hold favorable opinions. This stark contrast positions France as the least favored external actor in Libreville, despite the country’s historical ties as a francophone stronghold in the Gulf […]
Benin’s sovereign debt profile has just achieved a significant milestone. By upgrading the country’s long-term credit rating from B1 to Ba3, Moody’s now classifies Cotonou’s debt in the « BB/Ba » category, bringing it one step closer to the highly coveted « investment grade » threshold. The stable outlook accompanying this decision indicates that the […]
AFRIQUE 3 min de lecture Sahel states express disappointment over nigerian president’s security remarks “Some of them (the terrorists) are not Nigerians. You see, the problem of insecurity in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger only exacerbates our difficulties,” President Tinubu stated on July 30. Partager Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, Burkina Faso’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, […]
by sports desk august 8, 2026 slovan bratislava faces mjallby aif in decisive champions league return Slovan Bratislava hosts Mjällby AIF tonight in a high-stakes second leg of the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round. With a 2-1 victory already secured in Sweden, the Slovak side now has the chance to seal their passage to […]
The ongoing discourse surrounding the timing of Senegal’s upcoming local elections has intensified. Following Ousmane Sonko’s direct appeal to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to establish a definitive election date, El Malick Ndiaye has now also asserted a resolute stance on the matter. While hosting Ousmane Sonko in Linguère during Pastef’s membership card drive, the prominent […]
Bodo/Glimt and Union St. Gilloise face off in crucial Champions League showdown The Aspmyra Stadion is set to host a high-stakes rematch as Bodo/Glimt and Union St. Gilloise collide in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round tie. Following a thrilling 3-3 draw in Belgium, the Norwegian side faces a daunting […]
Kauno Žalgiris faces Dinamo Zagreb in UEFA Champions League playoff return
Morocco downs South Africa to reach Africa Cup of Nations semifinals Morocco 2-1 South Africa Goals: Ouzraoui (31st minute), Ait El Haj (52nd minute, penalty) for the Atlas Lionesses // Kgatlana (67th minute) for Banyana Banyana Morocco secured their semifinal berth at the Africa Cup of Nations after overcoming South Africa 2-1 in a tightly […]
As Chad anticipates its 66th independence anniversary on August 11, 2026, Pahimi Padacké Albert, the leader of the opposition and president of the National Rally of Chadian Democrats (RNDT-Le Réveil), has issued a heartfelt plea for national unity, appeasement, and reconciliation. In his address commemorating this significant national holiday, the former Prime Minister conveyed his […]