Politique

Politics Libreville’s coastal revival: a new chapter for Gabon’s capital By Editor-in-Chief June 11, 2026 148 No comment Libreville, Gabon — June 11, 2026: President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema made a high-profile visit to the capital’s coastal development sites yesterday, underscoring his administration’s commitment to transforming the shoreline into an economic powerhouse and urban showcase. […]

In the intricate web of international diplomacy, few relationships have been as steadfast as that between Côte d’Ivoire and France. At the heart of this bond lies the personal connections forged by Alassane Ouattara, a figure who has shaped Ivorian politics for decades. From the sunlit terraces of Mougins to the hallowed halls of the […]

politics Cameroon Assembly installs 20 officials appointed by President Théodore Datouo At the National Assembly, Secretary-General André Noël Essian presided over the formal swearing-in of over 20 senior officials nominated by President Théodore Datouo following the opening of the second ordinary session. André Noël EssianCameroon National Assemblynew appointmentsThéodore Datouo The swearing-in ceremony, presided over by […]

Cultural preservation Gabon takes control of iboga plant with new regulatory framework Report June 10, 2026 106 No comment Libreville, June 10, 2026 – Gabon is tightening control over its sacred iboga plant, marking a new chapter in the global battle for cultural resources. For generations, iboga has been revered by Bwiti communities as a […]

Current detention conditions of Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze in Gabon The former Prime Minister of Gabon, Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, remains behind bars under conditions that have raised concerns among observers. Reports from detention facilities indicate a regime that combines strict security measures with limited access to basic amenities. His detention follows a series of political events that have […]

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The dream of building a modern Fifth Republic in Gabon faces an unexpected obstacle: the collapse of its media sector. Print journalism in retreat, online outlets struggling for survival, dwindling advertising revenue, restricted access to public information, and the disappearance of once-thriving publications—this isn’t just an economic crisis. It’s a democratic one.

For a native of Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon, the city’s transformation over two decades is a source of pride. « Yaoundé is no longer the place I knew as a child, » recalls Mbarga Obama, now in his nineties. « The skyline has shifted dramatically, with modern infrastructure reshaping the heart of what was […]

The constitutional reform proposal championed by President Félix Tshisekedi has ignited sharp divisions within the Democratic Republic of Congo’s religious sphere. While Pentecostal churches endorse the initiative, the Catholic Church is urging caution and protection of democratic achievements. This ideological split deepens as the constitutional revision process advances, with national legislators having already endorsed the […]

Ethical questions loom large over Morocco’s political landscape as the intersection of wealth and governance takes center stage. Gone are the days when corporate contributions to election campaigns operated in the shadows—today, business figures, their relatives, and even spouses are securing elective offices directly. This shift has ignited debates about the integrity of democratic processes […]

Politics Gabon and EU forge stronger partnership beyond aid By Editor-in-Chief June 9, 2026 112 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, June 9, 2026 — The strategic dialogue held in Libreville between Gabon and the European Union marks a turning point in bilateral relations. Against the backdrop of the Fifth Republic established after the April 2025 presidential […]

The staggering scale of mismanagement: over 26 trillion FCFA allegedly diverted in Cameroon In a scathing public address, Cameroonian public figure Issa Tchiroma Bakary has laid bare what he describes as systemic looting of the nation’s wealth, citing staggering figures across multiple sectors. From gold and oil to timber, fraudulent contracts, and institutionalized graft, the […]