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The nation of Senegal is in mourning following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, a highly respected spiritual leader from Guinguinéo, who was called to the divine realm on July 9, 2026. Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, conveyed his profound sorrow in a heartfelt message, reflecting on the deep human connections forged […]
The Senegalese Constitutional Council delivered a landmark ruling on July 9, 2026, striking down a sweeping constitutional amendment passed by the National Assembly late the previous month. The decision, triggered by an urgent presidential appeal, underscores critical procedural flaws in the law’s adoption while reinforcing the judiciary’s vital role in safeguarding constitutional order. Unprecedented presidential […]
From promises to peril: tracking the AES-Russia security pact The Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger—has doubled down on its exclusive military partnership with Russia, framing it as a bold step toward sovereignty and an end to reliance on Western powers. Yet beneath the rhetoric of liberation lies a grim reality: […]
The Beninese Armed Forces (FAB) executed a decisive operation in early July near the town of Kouandé, neutralizing six terrorists and seizing a substantial cache of weapons. As jihadist threats escalate along the country’s northern borders, this tactical triumph underscores Cotonou’s unwavering commitment to defending every inch of its territory. It also highlights the mounting […]
Abidjan, July 9, 2026 — The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated to investors, kicked off today in Abidjan at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire, led by Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. « This marks a pivotal stage in our consultative process, centered on investment, entrepreneurship, and value creation, » […]
Investors convene in Abidjan to fuel Côte d’Ivoire’s growth ambitions Abidjan, July 9, 2026 — Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé led the second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, this time dedicated exclusively to investors. The high-level meeting, held at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire, drew over 700 international investors from allied […]
Abidjan, July 9, 2026 – The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group dedicated to investors kicked off today in Abidjan at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire, chaired by Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. The Prime Minister highlighted the significance of this gathering as a pivotal step in mobilizing private investments essential […]
Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé opens investor-focused session of Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 development plan Abidjan — The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated to private investors, kicked off in Abidjan today under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. Held at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire, the session brought […]
Abidjan, July 9, 2026 — The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated to investors, kicked off under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan. The Prime Minister highlighted the significance of the event, stating, “This marks a pivotal step in our […]
Economie Libreville – Gabon’s business community has embarked on a fresh chapter. Following his recent election as the head of the Fédération des entreprises du Gabon (FEG), Alain-Claude Kouakoua officially inaugurated the executive bureau in Libreville. This new leadership team is tasked with steering the organization through its 2026-2029 mandate, signaling a renewed focus on […]
Libreville, July 10, 2026 (Infos Gabon) – In international organizations, certain distinctions often go unnoticed by the general public despite being true markers of institutional credibility. The designation of Gabon by the United Nations to participate in evaluating anti-corruption mechanisms in Seychelles falls into this category of discreet yet highly strategic events. Through this mission, […]
Ecouter l’article Selon les dernières projections de la Banque africaine de développement (BAD), actualisées le 23 juin 2026 dans son rapport Perspectives économiques en Afrique (PEA 2026), le pays devrait renouer avec une trajectoire positive. L’institution panafricaine table ainsi sur une croissance de 3,0 % pour l’année 2026, qui devrait légèrement s’accélérer pour atteindre 3,1 […]