Month: June 2026

As part of coordinated efforts led by the mayor of Abéché to improve public hygiene and food safety, the local administration of the 1st arrondissement carried out an operation on Thursday to dismantle a clandestine slaughterhouse in the Farik Aguek neighborhood. Led by Hissein Hassan Tabit, assistant to the delegated administrator, the operation shut down illegal slaughtering activities that were conducted without proper sanitary and regulatory compliance. Several heads of livestock were found on the site during the raid. District authorities reminded that animal slaughter must take place only in…

The chapter on SEEG has officially closed. The Gabonese government has formally enacted the dissolution of the Société d’énergie et d’eau du Gabon, the long-standing operator responsible for public water and electricity services for over four decades. In its place, two distinct companies are set to emerge, each dedicated to a specific utility. This pivotal decision, reached during a recent council of ministers meeting in Libreville, concludes months of anticipation and speculation regarding the future of an operator plagued by significant technical and financial shortfalls. A new dawn for Gabon’s…

Match info: Spain vs Uruguay, 27 June 2026 Content Information Match Spain vs Uruguay Tournament 2026 World Cup Time 7:00 AM on 27 June 2026, Vietnam time Location Akron Stadium, Mexico Tournament stage Group H – Round 2 Spain vs Uruguay match winner prediction Uruguay entered the match against Spain with very little room for error. Two consecutive draws against Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde left Marcelo Bielsa’s side with only two points, trailing Spain in Group H of the 2026 World Cup. Theoretically, a victory over Spain would give…

The transformation of the Société d’énergie et d’eau du Gabon (SEEG) is now confirmed. During its Council of Ministers meeting on Thursday, June 25, 2026, the Gabonese executive body officially sanctioned two legislative proposals that will dissolve the integrated utility in favor of two distinct, specialized organizations. The first, to be named La Gabonaise des Eaux, will oversee the production and distribution of potable water. The second, Électricité du Gabon, will manage the entire electricity sector, from generation to commercialization. Both new entities will operate as public-private partnerships (sociétés d’économie…

The Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has scheduled a detailed assessment of Morocco’s port system, positioning the kingdom as a testing ground for next-generation maritime infrastructure. A tender for consulting services is set for release on July 1, 2026, with a field mission running from September 2, 2026, to February 26, 2027. The study will focus on Tanger Med, Casablanca port, and the wider national port network. Tanger Med and Casablanca are Morocco’s primary ports, sitting at the heart of international logistics chains and handling roughly 98% of the country’s…

Since his first term, Donald Trump has fundamentally reshaped United States policy to confront China, which he views as the primary threat to American dominance. The Trump administration has made breaking free from dependence on Chinese rare earths an absolute strategic priority. For its offensive in this field, it relies on GreenMet. Founded by CEO Drew Horn, he was in Yaoundé a few months ago for a meeting that received little attention. Drew Horn is a former Trump national security official who served as senior advisor to the Director of…

World Cup 2026: a night of historic transfers, fan frenzy, and strong words from Emerse Faé Here’s everything you need to know from a captivating night of football action in the USA at the 2026 World Cup. The United States witnessed an eventful night of World Cup action. Côte d’Ivoire once again proved they are far more than a By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

Paris Saint-Germain is set for a busy summer transfer window after securing a second consecutive Champions League title. While the club aims to refresh Luis Enrique’s squad, several players are expected to leave. Among them, Randal Kolo Muani appears ready to make a permanent exit from the Rouge-et-Bleu. The 27-year-old French striker has reportedly given his approval to join a major European club. Kolo Muani says yes to Juventus Juventus has accelerated efforts to sign Randal Kolo Muani after weeks of negotiations. The Bianconeri have reached a personal agreement with…

Christian Tshiwewe et Félix Tshisekedi The Democratic Republic of Congo has decided to join as a civil party in the case brought by the Auditor General of the Armed Forces (FARDC) against Army Generals John Numbi, former FARDC Inspector General, and Christian Tshiwewe, former FARDC Chief of General Staff and former military adviser to President Félix Tshisekedi, as well as seven other senior officers and Pascal Nyembo. The announcement was made by a group of lawyers during the hearing on Thursday, June 25, 2026, before the High Military Court. The…

The pursuit of Julian Alvarez continues to intensify, with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly rekindling their long-standing interest in the Argentine forward. This comes two years after their initial attempts before Alvarez ultimately joined Atletico de Madrid from Manchester City. However, the Parisian giants now face fresh competition, as FC Barcelona appears ready to challenge for his signature, a prospect openly welcomed by Barcelona midfielder Pedri. The future of Julian Alvarez has become a prominent storyline in the early days of the summer transfer window, which officially commenced on June 15th and…

First sub-Saharan African economy to earn an IMF ‘low risk’ debt sustainability rating, Côte d’Ivoire cements its status as a financial market star and a preferred landing spot for international capital. After a June 24 board meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) focused on examining the sustainability of Ivorian debt, the Washington-based institution reclassified the country into the “low risk” category for both external and total public debt. This milestone, unprecedented in sub-Saharan Africa, strengthens Abidjan’s financial credibility among global investors. The Ivorian Ministry of Economy, Finance and Budget…