Senegal taps Lazard to navigate its $13 billion debt crisis

Senegal stands at a critical juncture in managing its public finances, confronting a significant financial crisis. Reports indicate that Dakar is set to name the American investment bank Lazard as…

Sonara shifts from ‘Parras 24’ to public partnership strategy

The state-owned oil refinery, Société Nationale de Raffinage (Sonara), is making a strategic pivot away from its previous ‘Parras 24’ approach. A move that signals a broader shift toward collaborative…

Ebola outbreak in DRC reaches alarming levels, WHO demands urgent action

Ebola outbreak in DRC spirals out of control as WHO issues urgent call for intervention Burial of an Ebola victim Health Thursday, July 16, 2026 – 18:16 The World Health…

Gabon achieves un anti-corruption compliance milestone

After an 11-year journey, Gabon has finally met the stringent requirements of the United Nations Convention against Corruption, as announced during the direct dialogue sessions held in Libreville from June…

Controversy over Diomaye Faye and Macky Sall meeting in Dakar

The upcoming meeting between Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his predecessor Macky Sall has ignited fierce debate across the country. Sall, who governed from 2012 to 2024, is expected…

Comment le Maroc et la France construisent un nouveau modèle euro

Ministères, collectivités : voici les efforts demandés par le gouvernement pour le budget 2027Le gouvernement a envoyé au Parlement, mercredi 15 juillet, le rapport sur les plafonds de dépenses du projet de…

Gabon urged to modernize SOGARA to cut fuel import costs

As a leading oil producer in Central Africa, Gabon faces a paradox: despite its vast crude reserves, the country remains heavily dependent on imported refined petroleum products. The Central African…

France Morocco diplomatic thaw confirmed by lecornu in Rabat

Fresh momentum in France-Morocco relations was confirmed this week as French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu concluded a landmark two-day visit to Rabat. The trip, which included meetings with Morocco’s top…

Senegal’s supreme court avoids ruling on Sonko’s parliamentary seat

The emergency judge at the Senegal Supreme Court has declined jurisdiction to rule on the case concerning Ousmane Sonko’s installation as a deputy, asserting that the matter falls under the…

Gabon 2027: the bold shift to results-based budgeting

Economy Gabon 2027: the bold shift to results-based budgeting Edited by editorial team July 16, 2026 103 No comment Libreville, July 16, 2026 — Gabon is preparing to launch one…

Abidjan port expands trade ties with Sahel capitals amid regional shifts

Abidjan Port strengthens economic bridges with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger The Port of Abidjan has deepened its economic ties with Ouagadougou, Bamako and Niamey, reinforcing its position as a…

Starlink approved in Côte d’Ivoire to boost rural connectivity

The green light has been given. Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, is now authorized to operate in Côte d’Ivoire. The announcement came on July 16 at the U.S. Embassy…