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While currently competing in the World Cup with the France national team, Lucas Digne has discreetly finalized his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain in recent days. The 32-year-old left-back is set to depart Aston Villa to make his highly anticipated return to the Parc des Princes this summer. It appears Digne recently shared the exciting news […]
Economy Gabon’s aviation authority faces scrutiny amid modernization push By Editor-in-Chief July 14, 2026 178 No comments Libreville, July 14, 2026 – In every nation, core institutions endure testing periods. Yet when controversy dominates public discourse to the point of overshadowing ongoing reforms, a critical question inevitably arises: Is the public debate truly aimed at […]
Key facts Provisional toll: 24 fatalities and 36 injured among 69 passengers and crew Location: Touba-Biankouma route, near Bafingdala village, Bafing region (northwest) Time: Monday 13 July 2026 around 11:30 Investigation: Accident Investigation and Analysis Bureau (BEA) deployed by Transport Ministry A catastrophic road accident unfolded Monday morning on the Touba-Biankouma route in western Côte […]
Le Cameroun, la Côte d’Ivoire, le Ghana et le Nigeria ont créé l’Alliance pour la valorisation du cacao, visant à transformer localement les fèves brutes en produits à valeur ajoutée. Les quatre pays africains produisent plus de soixante pour cent du cacao mondial et veulent basculer du modèle actuel d’exportation de fèves brutes vers la […]
Former allies of Bah N’Daw stand trial in Mali’s ongoing political saga Six years into Mali’s transitional period, a high-profile case involving close associates of former transition president Bah N’Daw has reached a critical stage. The defendants, including military and civilian figures, are facing charges of attempted conspiracy against the government in a trial that […]
Gabon : La Baie des Rois accélère son guichet unique Libreville, July 14, 2026 (Infos Gabon) – The Gabonese government is now keen on speaking the language that international investors want to hear. Rapid processing of procedures, secure legal framework, accessible administration, and decisions made within set timelines are key goals. Prior decades, administrative hurdles […]
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has commenced a pivotal two-day official visit to Morocco, signaling a crucial phase in redefining bilateral relations. This significant journey follows a message from King Mohammed VI to President Emmanuel Macron, emphasizing that both nations have embarked on a historic chapter aimed at elevating their exceptional partnership into a model […]
Une tournée diplomatique en Afrique de l'Est se transforme en nouveau front rhétorique entre Moscou et Kiev. Le ministre russe des Affaires étrangères, Sergueï Lavrov, a accusé des ressortissants ukrainiens de soutenir le M23 dans l’est de la République démocratique du Congo, aux côtés du gouvernement congolais et du Burundi. L’Ukraine a rejeté cette accusation […]
The dilemma confronting countless young Togolese has reached an unbearable intensity: abandon their homeland in pursuit of dignity, or remain trapped in a landscape of shattered ambitions. This harsh reality has intensified scrutiny of Faure Gnassingbé’s lengthy tenure, with growing numbers blaming his administration for fostering an environment where hope is systematically eroded. From hope […]
Morocco has forged a groundbreaking partnership with the World Bank aimed at fueling inclusive economic growth. The agreement, announced by Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah, prioritizes job creation for youth and women across urban and rural areas. «This landmark partnership represents a transformative moment for Morocco,» Fettah stated. «Its strength lies in its […]
An intense 24-hour agenda, a continent-defining capital, and stakes higher than ever before. This is the backdrop against which Romuald Wadagni, President of the Republic of Bénin, embarked on a landmark working visit to Addis-Abeba on Monday, July 13, 2026. From high-level bilateral talks at the Menelik Palace to in-depth discussions on African industrialization alongside […]
Security collaboration between Morocco and Spain has repeatedly thwarted deadly terrorist plots targeting the North African enclave of Sebta (Ceuta). According to recent intelligence assessments, Moroccan authorities have played a pivotal role in dismantling criminal-terrorist networks that exploit smuggling and drug trafficking revenues to fund radicalization. Investigations reveal that Sebta has emerged as a critical […]