World Bank delegation led by Ousmane Diagana concludes Dakar visit to strengthen Senegal’s economic future Senegal advances its economic transformation agenda with clear goals: industrial growth, job creation, infrastructure development…
Year: 2026
Bénin’s first senate session to elect leadership team on thursday
The Bénin is set to mark a pivotal moment in its journey toward bicameral governance. On Thursday, August 6, 2026, the 25 senators will convene at the Palais des Gouverneurs…
Senegal’s political shift: Lansana Gagny Sakho distances himself from Sonko
Senegal’s political landscape has been shaken by a bold public statement from Lansana Gagny Sakho, a technocrat long aligned with the movement led by Ousmane Sonko. The former government official…
Senegal assembly faces high-stakes meeting as tensions escalate
Political Crossroads in Dakar as National Assembly Convenes The corridors of power in Dakar are buzzing with anticipation as the National Assembly prepares for a pivotal meeting of its bureau…
Gabon’s escalating public debt: a critical economic outlook
Gabon’s public debt continues its upward trajectory, with projections indicating it will reach a significant 94.3% of its gross domestic product (GDP) by 2027. This anticipated increase, which began during…
Cameroon army: presidential guard chief promoted to brigadier general
A significant promotion in Cameroon’s army On August 3, 2026, President Paul Biya enacted a notable change within the Cameroonian military hierarchy. Raymond Jean Charles Beko’o Abondo, who has honorably…
Gabon’s extractive sector faces 2.9% dip in q1 2026, manganese shines
Gabon’s extractive industries experienced a mixed start to 2026, with overall sector activity contracting by 2.9%. This downturn was primarily driven by a decrease in hydrocarbons output, even as the…
CEDEAO enforces united stance against AES with unified negotiations
The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) has adopted a firmer diplomatic stance toward the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). During the ordinary summit held in Lungi, Sierra Leone,…