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Bradley Barcola’s future at PSG hangs in the balance as clubs circle The young French winger Bradley Barcola is enjoying a dream season with Paris Saint-Germain, securing both a Ligue 1 title and a Champions League triumph. Now, as the FIFA World Cup 2026 unfolds, Barcola has become a key asset for Didier Deschamps’ France […]
Gabon advances security programming law to modernize national police The Gabonese government has taken a decisive step toward strengthening national security by adopting a five-year security programming bill in the Council of Ministers. This landmark initiative, unveiled during the June 25 session, follows closely on the heels of last year’s military programming law, signaling a […]
The Moroccan Minister of Transport and Logistics, Abdessamad Kayouh, engaged in high-level discussions with Cheikh Hamoud Mubarak Al-Sabah, Head of the Kuwaiti Civil Aviation Authority, in Rabat to deepen bilateral aviation ties. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the 29th General Assembly of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization, focused on strengthening air navigation safety […]
Environment Gabon’s national parks poised to become global conservation leaders By Editor-in-Chief July 1, 2026 168 No comment Libreville, July 1, 2026 – As climate challenges reshape global economic and environmental priorities, Gabon is taking a decisive step forward by initiating Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification for all thirteen of its national parks. This bold […]
Politics Gabon’s parliament asserts its role in shaping the fifth republic By Editor-in-chief July 1, 2026 112 No comment Libreville, July 1, 2026 — Four months after its first sitting under the Fifth Republic, Gabon’s National Assembly has concluded what many political analysts describe as one of the most consequential parliamentary sessions in the country’s […]
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo under global watch The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a rapidly escalating Ebola crisis, with over 1,000 confirmed cases reported within a single month. The outbreak is concentrated in the eastern provinces of Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu—regions already plagued by armed conflict, mass […]
In N’Djamena, smartphones have quietly become a powerful social currency among young women, reshaping their public image and social standing across the city’s bustling neighborhoods. More than a device: status symbol and digital identity What was once a simple communication tool has evolved into a key marker of social status. Young women are increasingly associating […]
Senegal’s constitutional reform sparks fresh political tensions The National Assembly in Dakar has unanimously approved a constitutional reform bill, a move that has intensified the already charged political climate. The proposed changes, championed by the Pastef party, aim to strengthen the roles of Parliament and the Prime Minister while redefining the powers of the President. […]
Cyber violence in Chad: a growing threat for women In Chad, online harassment has become a major concern, particularly for women. Following the high-profile case of Zouhoura in 2016, where a 16-year-old girl was abducted and assaulted before her attackers disseminated the footage online, the issue has only intensified. A decade later, digital violence continues […]
In Rabat, Morocco and the European Investment Bank (EIB) formalized agreements totaling €365 million to upgrade and secure the country’s road and rail networks. These initiatives aim to enhance resilience, modernize infrastructure, and support sustainable mobility across key transport corridors. railway upgrades and highway reinforcements receive major funding boost The first agreement, signed by the […]
Congo’s 66th Independence Day: a call for national unity from the Catholic Church Archbishop Fulgence Muteba of Lubumbashi, President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo On the 66th anniversary of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s independence, Archbishop Fulgence Muteba Mugalu of Lubumbashi delivered a powerful message to the nation, emphasizing the urgent need for […]
Gabon has taken a bold step toward modernizing its public utilities by separating the management of water and electricity services. On June 25, 2026, the Council of Ministers approved two new bills establishing the Gabonaise des Eaux and Électricité du Gabon, two mixed-economy companies tasked with overseeing water supply and electricity distribution, respectively. By dismantling […]