Washington’s diplomatic chessboard is shifting as the Trump administration advances Keith Heffern’s nomination to become the next United States ambassador to Gabon. The formal proposal,
Month: August 2026
Gabon’s MGG urges immediate release of imprisoned opposition leader
As a staunch advocate for President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguéma and a vocal defender of the Gabonese people, the Mouvement pour la Grandeur du Gabon
Uncovering the truth behind political funds in Senegal’s government
The debate over political funds in Senegal has intensified in recent weeks, sparking heated exchanges among lawmakers, former ministers, and political analysts. At the heart
Gabon activism: balancing free speech and responsible discourse
Gabon activism: balancing free speech and responsible discourse As inflammatory remarks attributed to certain Gabonese activists abroad escalate, civil society leader Geoffroy Foumboula Libeka Makosso
Ofnac uncovers nine top officials in breach of asset declaration rules
OFNAC identifies nine key officials linked to Sonko and Faye for failing to declare assets A provisional registry released by the National Office for the
Maradi bus crash exposes deep failures in Niger’s transport system
The tragic collision between two buses operated by Niger’s largest transport companies, STM and SONITRAV, has left 22 dead and 37 injured, with twisted metal
New eight-lane boulevard in Kinshasa awarded to Chinese firm
launch Kinshasa’s Étienne Tshisekedi boulevard contract awarded to China Railway 20th Bureau Group The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s capital is set to gain a
N’Djamena’s 11 august: official ceremonies vs daily markets
N’Djamena’s 11 august: official ceremonies vs daily markets On August 11, 2026, Chad marked its 66th independence anniversary, yet the celebrations in N’Djamena failed to
Senegal assembly session: sonko steers legislative agenda amid opposition fire
The president of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, took center stage to address mounting concerns surrounding the extraordinary session, laying out its legal framework and
Senegal local elections delay speculation grows amid political tensions
Speculation mounts over possible delay in Senegal’s local elections As tensions escalate between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his former ally Ousmane Sonko, whispers of
Senegal parliament’s pivotal session: Ousmane Sonko drives key legislative push
Senegal’s parliament convenes critical technical sessions under Sonko’s leadership
Ratcliffe blocks rashford exits to six premier league rivals
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, has taken a definitive stance on Marcus Rashford’s transfer saga, blocking any potential move to six top-flight English