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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 […]
Politics German ambassador meets Douala archbishop to discuss papal visit Christian Sedat paid a courtesy call to the Archbishop of Douala on Monday, June 30, 2026, where the two leaders discussed the recent papal visit to Cameroon. Staff Writer |July 1, 2026|3 min read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment German Ambassador […]
The Palais présidentiel in Libreville recently became the focal point of high-level diplomatic and judicial engagement. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema welcomed Professor Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley, President of Togo’s Constitutional Court, for a landmark meeting that also included Dieudonné Aba’a Owono, his Gabonese counterpart. This gathering signals a pivotal moment in strengthening the judicial bond between […]
Libreville’s municipal council reconvened under stabilized leadership this week, examining the 2025 administrative and management accounts during an ordinary session at the Jean-Félix Lassy hall. The gathering, led by the newly elected municipal bureau under Mayor Eugène Mba, unfolded with the participation of Estuaire Province Governor Marie-Françoise Dikoumba, marking a significant milestone in the capital’s […]
Breaking News Health: Ebola outbreak: two fatalities, including a police officer, after attack on treatment center in Ituri; patients flee Security: Eastern DRC faces AFC/M23 restructuring with potential name change; Kabila tipped for key role per UN expert findings Sports: 2026 World Cup: “Our focus is on maximizing our strengths to deliver our best performance—qualification […]
The Kingdom of Morocco has made significant strides in combating child labor over the past two decades, yet the issue persists in informal sectors and hazardous occupations. The Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) has taken decisive action, unveiling a comprehensive report in Rabat this month outlining a roadmap for the definitive eradication of this […]
DRC east: m23 rebels receive ongoing Rwanda military support The M23 rebel alliance, now operating under the banner of the Alliance des Forces du Congo (AFC), continues to expand its territorial control across North Kivu and South Kivu with sustained military backing from Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF). This persistent support, documented in the latest United […]
A UN report accuses the M23 rebel group of widespread human rights violations in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo The United Nations Group of Experts has delivered a damning assessment of the security situation in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), designating the AFC/M23 rebel faction as the principal perpetrator of human rights abuses […]
Mexico storms into World Cup last 16 with dominant Ecuador win The Mexican national team secured their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Ecuador. Javier Aguirre’s side delivered a clinical performance early in the match, taking a commanding lead by the 31st minute. With […]
Franck Foute Political correspondent specializing in Cameroon Maurice Kamto Jean-Michel Nintcheu Why Wouri-Est is Cameroon’s most contested constituency The Wouri-Est district in Douala has emerged as the epicenter of Cameroon’s political battles, where rival factions are pulling out all stops to secure victory. With stakes higher than ever, no party can afford to cede ground […]
Denis Mukwege’s blunt assessment of Félix Tshisekedi’s leadership In a scathing open letter addressed to President Félix Tshisekedi on June 30, 2026, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Denis Mukwege delivered a damning indictment of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s governance since 2019. The renowned physician and human rights advocate highlighted persistent security crises in the […]
The French national team continues to dominate the 2026 World Cup, leaving spectators and analysts in awe of their commanding performances. After a resounding victory over Sweden in the Round of 16, the Bleus have once again demonstrated why they are considered favorites to lift the trophy. France’s relentless dominance stuns global observers International media […]