Month: June 2026

Three fiscal years mapped out in a single session. Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute chaired a Cabinet Council on Friday, 26 June 2026, dedicated to the budgets for 2027, 2028, and 2029. With projected growth of 3.5% in 2026, public debt to be kept below 50% of GDP, and a new programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under preparation, the decisions taken that day commit Cameroon for the next four years. Key orientations adopted by the council The minister delegate in charge of Finance set the macroeconomic backdrop. The…

Ecouter l’article In Antananarivo, Malagasy authorities marked the 66th anniversary of Madagascar’s independence on Friday, June 26, 2026. The national celebration, commemorating the republic’s proclamation on June 26, 1960, featured impressive military and civilian parades. Numerous international delegations were present, including a significant representation from Gabon. Hermann Immongault, the vice-president of the Gabonese government, attended the festivities on behalf of President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. Following the official ceremonies, Immongault was granted an audience with Malagasy President Michaël Randrianirina. During his meeting with President Randrianirina, Hermann Immongault conveyed an official…

After years of collaboration under a fishing partnership agreement with the European Union, Gabon has announced it will not renew the deal when it expires on June 28, 2026. This bold move reflects the country’s determination to regain full control over its marine resources and redirect economic benefits toward national development. Authorities emphasize that the current terms of the agreement no longer align with Gabon’s long-term vision for its blue economy. Questioning past terms The decision comes amid growing dissatisfaction with the financial returns generated by the partnership. Officials point…

The Gabon Economic Forum (GEF) 2026 convened on Saturday, June 27, at the Cité de la Démocratie in Libreville, bringing together the nation’s key economic players under the leadership of the Fédération des entreprises du Gabon (FEG). Marking a significant shift, this iteration of the event was entirely conceived and financed by the private sector, without any public subsidies or structured institutional partnerships. This new operational model underscores the Gabonese employers’ commitment to asserting their independent voice and influencing the economic reform agenda. At the forefront of FEG’s demands are…

Société Sport Actualité Coupe du monde 2026 : le baromètre européen Coupe du monde 2026 : les résultats de la nuit et ce qu’il faut retenir de la dix-huitième journée des sélections européennes Publié le 29.06.2026 Florian Chaaban Créer un PDF Lien copié dans le presse-papier Facebook X LinkedIn WhatsApp E-mail Chaque jour de la Coupe du monde 2026, notre baromètre européen décrypte l’actualité des sélections du Vieux Continent. Chiffres clés, déclarations marquantes et temps forts du tournoi : retrouvez l’essentiel pour suivre le parcours des équipes européennes au fil de la…

The firebrand Nigerian activist Mayra Djibrine has become a defining voice in the fight against Sahelian military rule. With unyielding determination, she stands at the forefront of a burgeoning opposition movement that refuses to back down. Her message is clear: “I will not retreat”—a declaration that has galvanized supporters and rattled authorities alike. Challenging entrenched power structures Since the wave of coups swept across the Sahel, Djibrine has emerged as a persistent critic of military governance. Her vocal stance has positioned her as a de facto leader among activists demanding…

Mines de Rubaya During a United Nations Security Council session, Beijing called on the global community to tackle the underlying causes of the protracted conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), emphasizing that the illegal extraction of mineral wealth remains a core driver of instability across the Great Lakes region. Chinese Permanent Representative Ambassador Fu Cong pointed out that the fighting in eastern DRC persists alongside a resurgence of Ebola, further compounding the security and humanitarian crisis. He stressed that collective international action is needed to reverse the deteriorating…