Day: June 22, 2026

Strengthening Africa’s polio eradication efforts through enhanced data quality in Dakar

Ousmane Tandja

Dakar hosts regional initiative to refine polio surveillance and data accuracy In Dakar, more than 80 specialists representing 19 African nations are collaborating this week to elevate the precision, uniformity, and application of polio surveillance data. This collective effort is vital for improving disease detection, guiding immunization initiatives, and ensuring children across the continent are shielded from poliomyélite. The intensive sessions, focused on data quality assessment and workstream coordination, aim to bolster the digital infrastructure that underpins polio monitoring and outbreak management. By fostering evidence-based strategies, the initiative seeks to…

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Gabon to locally manufacture military uniforms for enhanced defense sovereignty

Aïcha Abdou

Gabon is taking a decisive step toward strengthening its defense capabilities by establishing a local production facility for military uniforms. The initiative, championed by the Ministry of National Defense, aims to reduce the country’s reliance on imported military attire while boosting national industrial self-sufficiency. Boosting defense autonomy through local manufacturing During a parliamentary session, the Minister of National Defense, Brigitte Onkanowa, presented a draft law establishing an Atelier de confection des uniformes des Forces de défense et de sécurité—a workshop dedicated to producing uniforms for the nation’s defense and security…

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Côte d’Ivoire launches skills passport to bridge youth employment gap

Aïcha Abdou

Côte d’Ivoire has taken a bold step to align its youth workforce with the demands of a rapidly evolving economy through the Passeport-Compétences initiative. On June 18, 2026, in Abidjan, the National Agency for Vocational Training (AGEFOP) unveiled a groundbreaking skills-needs assessment report, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s vocational education strategy. The pilot phase of this study, conducted in the Sud-Comoé region, Yopougon municipality, and the Savanes District, engaged over 800 formal and informal sector entities. This data-driven approach aims to eliminate the persistent mismatch between education and…

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Cameroon ramps up circular economy drive with new waste management reforms

Ousmane Tandja

Cameroon is taking decisive steps to transform its waste management system into a circular economy model. By 2030, the government aims to allocate 2% of the national budget to circular economy initiatives, as outlined in the National Roadmap for Circular Economy 2025-2035, developed by the Ministry of Economy, Planning and Territorial Development. Under this plan, projected spending on circular economy efforts will reach 62.8 billion Central African francs (FCFA) in 2025, with an additional 30 billion FCFA dedicated to waste management. Together, these allocations represent 1.27% of the state budget,…

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Michael Olise to Real Madrid: a record-breaking 222 million euro transfer on the horizon

Aïcha Abdou

Michael Olise is currently making waves during his debut World Cup appearance with the France national team. The 24-year-old winger has become a sensation, drawing significant interest through his performances for both the Bleus and his current club, Bayern Munich. Although he is committed to the German giants until June 2029, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez appears undeterred and is reportedly ready to orchestrate a landmark deal to bring the attacker to Spain. The World Cup has been in full swing for ten days, providing a global stage for the…

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Yaounde museum event highlights democracy and rule of law in Cameroon

Aïcha Abdou

The Barreau du Cameroun played a key role in the launch of the Founders Museum in Yaoundé, an event tied to the 250th anniversary of American independence. The exhibition, hosted by the U.S. Embassy, served as a platform for discussing democracy, governance, and the rule of law in Cameroon. A high-level delegation from the Cameroonian Bar Association, led by Me Serges Martin Zangue, Secretary of the Bar, Me Adeline Fouegoum, Treasurer, and Me Philippe Memong, representing the Bâtonnier for the Centre, South, and East regions, attended the event. Strengthening democratic…

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Burkina Faso moves closer to trial for Norbert Zongo case

Aïcha Abdou

The wheels of justice are in motion in Burkina Faso as the long-awaited trial for the Norbert Zongo case inches closer to reality. Decades after the investigative journalist’s tragic death, advocates for press freedom and accountability are celebrating this critical step forward. The case of Norbert Zongo, a fearless reporter whose investigations exposed high-level corruption, remains one of the most emblematic in Africa’s fight for press freedom. His 1998 murder sent shockwaves across the continent, sparking outrage and demands for justice that have echoed for years. Now, following persistent pressure…

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Young journalists in Cameroon stand firm against intimidation

Aïcha Abdou

In the heart of Cameroon, a new generation of media professionals is rising. Despite the chilling memory of Martinez Zogo’s murder, these young reporters are standing their ground against threats to safeguard their editorial freedom. Within the bustling streets of Douala, Jambo FM has taken a bold step by placing its most critical time slots in the hands of youthful talent. This team is currently navigating a landscape filled with pressure, yet they remain committed to their independence. Located at the Entrée de la gare in the vibrant Deido district,…

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DRC church leaders challenge proposed constitutional amendments

Ousmane Tandja

PolitiqueRépublique démocratique du Congo DRC church leaders challenge proposed constitutional amendments 22/06/202622 juin 2026 The National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) on Saturday, June 20, issued a declaration strongly opposing any attempt to alter the Constitution enacted on February 18, 2006. https://p.dw.com/p/5FowQ The rejection of constitutional amendments, previously a stance predominantly held by the political opposition, now garners significant backing from CENCO. This influential institution holds substantial sway over public opinion across the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to Abbé Donatien Nshole, CENCO’s Secretary General, the constitutional reform envisioned by…

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Pourquoi Tout le Monde Parle de Jérémy Doku en Ce Moment ?

Aïcha Abdou

Tourisme médical : plus de 1.700 séances de dialyse réalisées par Diaverum pour des patients étrangers au Maroc Santé et Sciences 22/06/2026 Par LNT Le Maroc continue de développer son offre dans le domaine du tourisme médical spécialisé. Diaverum Maroc, opérateur spécialisé en néphrologie, indique avoir réalisé plus de 1.700 séances de dialyse au profit de patients internationaux au … By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Scaloni faces selection headache over Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez for Argentina attack

Ousmane Tandja

The eternal question resurfaces for the Argentina national team: Julian or Lautaro? Just as he did during the 2022 World Cup and the 2024 Copa America, Lionel Scaloni finds himself weighing the merits of Alvarez against Martinez to lead the line. While Lionel Messi’s position in the starting eleven remains undisputed—especially after his clinical hat-trick in the opening match—the identity of his strike partner is once again the subject of intense debate. It is a luxury dilemma for any manager. In the Inter Milan captain and the Atletico Madrid forward,…

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Woleu-Ntem: Gabon’s green tourism showcase takes shape ahead of 2026 event

Aïcha Abdou

Economy Woleu-Ntem: Gabon’s green tourism showcase takes shape ahead of 2026 event Editorial team June 22, 2026 184 No comments Libreville, June 22, 2026 — With the 2026 Tourism Caravan on the horizon, Gabon’s government is doubling down on its strategy to elevate the country’s natural heritage. Minister of Sustainable Tourism and Crafts, Professor Marcelle Ibinga Itsitsa, selected Woleu-Ntem Province as her operational base for a two-day assessment that went far beyond routine administrative duties. The northern province, celebrated for its dense forests, cultural traditions, and skilled artisans, served as…

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