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Mgg urges immediate release of Gabon’s detained opposition leader
The Movement for the Grandeur of Gabon (MGG), led by Christian Mermance N’nang Nsome, has issued a strong appeal for the unconditional release of Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nzé, President of the opposition
Read MoreSénégal politics: the never-ending saga of political funds
The controversy surrounding political funds has ignited intense discussions in Senegal’s political arena. On television screens, social media platforms, and public forums, politicians, former ministers, and lawmakers are locked in
Read MoreActivist denounces verbal excesses in Gabon’s political debate
In a recent press conference in Libreville, civil society leader Geoffroy Foumboula Libeka Makosso sharply criticized the escalating wave of inflammatory and defamatory remarks attributed to certain Gabonese activists based
Read MoreOfnac flags nine key figures in ousmane sonko and bassirou diomaye faye’s administration for asset declaration delays
The Executive branch accounts for the majority of these delays, with seven positions identified within the Presidential Palace or its supervisory agencies and commissions. In its provisional report, finalized on
Read MoreMaradi bus tragedy exposes deep flaws in Niger’s transport system
A grim toll of 22 fatalities and 37 injuries, alongside a landscape of twisted metal wreckage, marks the devastating collision that occurred on August 7, 2026. This catastrophic event in
Read MoreKinshasa begins construction on étienne tshisekedi boulevard, chinese group awarded contract
RDC: Kinshasa begins construction on étienne tshisekedi boulevard, chinese group awarded contract Kinshasa is set to gain a significant new eight-lane thoroughfare designed to substantially boost traffic flow capacity across
Read MoreChad’s independence day: a quiet celebration in N’Djamena
Tchad Chad’s independence day: a quiet celebration in N’Djamena In N’Djamena, the 66th anniversary of Chad’s independence was marked by the traditional military parade. Amid economic realities and a lack
Read MoreOusmane Sonko addresses assembly critics, outlines legislative agenda
EXTRAORDINARY ASSEMBLY SESSION Ousmane Sonko clarifies position, sets parliamentary direction Amidst a wave of criticism and challenges surrounding the convocation of the National Assembly’s extraordinary session, Speaker Ousmane Sonko
Read MoreSenegal: local election postponement concerns rise amid political shifts
A notable political divergence has emerged in Senegal, marking a clear separation between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his former political ally, Ousmane Sonko. Against this backdrop, Sonko’s faction has
Read MoreNational assembly gears up for critical legislative reviews this week
Deputies at the National Assembly commenced a series of technical commission examinations this Wednesday, August 12, 2026, focusing on pivotal legislative proposals. These include a comprehensive review of the Labor
Read MoreRatcliffe blocks rashford exit to six premier league rivals
Ratcliffe draws the line on rashford’s future at manchester united Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, has taken a decisive stance to prevent the club’s star forward Marcus Rashford
Read MoreGabon’s energy reliance: Karpowership delivers 150 MW, bolstering national grid
The Turkish conglomerate Karpowership, a specialist in floating power plants, has cemented a pivotal role within Gabon’s energy landscape. Evans Damada, the country director, confirms that their vessel-mounted power stations,
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