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The Court of Auditors in the Democratic Republic of Congo has once again criticised President Félix Tshisekedi’s administration, pointing to persistent mismanagement and lapses in governance. The latest audit report notably raises concerns about state-owned enterprises, including the Société des Mines de Kilo Moto (Sokimo). By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent
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The University of Lomé (UL) continues to expand its international footprint. On Friday, 5 June 2026, the institution signed a framework cooperation agreement with Creighton University, a Jesuit university located in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. The agreement was signed by Professor Kossivi Hounaké, President of the University of Lomé, and Reverend Father Daniel Hendrickson, President of Creighton University. Through this partnership, both universities aim to strengthen collaboration in training, research, and knowledge sharing. The accord provides for joint training and research programmes, as well as promoting the mobility of students,…
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In a bid to strengthen its aerial capabilities, Bamako has just taken delivery of a Russian-made reconnaissance and attack drone, the Orion model. While transitional authorities hail this as a new step in reclaiming the national territory, this single, exceptionally expensive acquisition raises sharp questions among military experts. Between technical unsuitability for asymmetric warfare and a potential financial black hole, the real impact of this aircraft on the ground remains unproven. A new acquisition under the sign of Bamako’s partnership with Moscow The fleet of the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa)…
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Algeria officially broke ground on a significant 40-megawatt power plant project in N’Djamena on Monday, June 8, an initiative set to substantially enhance Chad’s electricity supply. The cornerstone ceremony saw the participation of Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb and Chadian Head of Government Allamaye Halina, underscoring the importance of this bilateral collaboration. This power plant represents a direct donation from Algeria to the Republic of Chad, a decision personally instructed by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The project aligns perfectly with Algiers’ stated ambition to strengthen economic cooperation and foster infrastructure development…
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Gabon has a new figure at the helm of its railway regulatory authority. Ludovic Megne Ndong has officially assumed his duties as President of the Autorité de Régulation des Transports Ferroviaires (ARTF), following a handover ceremony held in Owendo. He takes over from François Banga Eboumi in a carefully orchestrated transition. The appointment marks a fresh chapter for the ARTF, an institution now tasked with steering the sector through a wave of strategic reforms. Megne Ndong arrives with a clear mandate to implement the recently defined operational guidelines for the…
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On Monday, June 8, 2026, in Lomé, the United Nations Special Representative for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and head of MONUSCO, James Swan, together with the UN Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, Huang Xia, met with Togolese Council President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, who serves as the African Union mediator for the eastern DRC crisis. According to the Togolese presidency, discussions focused on the progress of ongoing diplomatic efforts and the United Nations’ contribution to the African Union-led mediation aimed at a lasting resolution to the crisis…
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Morocco reaffirms unwavering support for Libya’s political process in AU address Morocco has once again voiced its firm commitment to a political resolution of the Libyan crisis, this time during a session of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC). Speaking at the PSC meeting focused on Libya, Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi, Morocco’s permanent representative to the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, reiterated the kingdom’s backing for national reconciliation efforts and inter-Libyan dialogue initiatives. His remarks underscored the goal of consolidating progress and building consensus…
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Franck Nguema, the former Minister of Youth and Sports, has urged a comprehensive transformation of Gabon’s National Health Insurance and Social Guarantee Fund (CNAMGS). During a press briefing held in Akanda on June 8, 2026, Nguema addressed the ongoing debates stemming from the 2025 World Health Organization (WHO) report. He firmly stated that the core issue is not to question the very existence of CNAMGS, but rather to enhance its capacity to ensure all insured individuals receive tangible access to high-quality healthcare services. According to Nguema, the WHO report did…
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Morocco reaffirmed its commitment to a political solution for Libya’s crisis during a session of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi, Morocco’s permanent representative to the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, underlined the kingdom’s support for national reconciliation and dialogue initiatives among Libyan factions. Arrouchi stressed that the Skhirat Agreement, signed on December 17, 2015 under UN auspices, remains a key framework for achieving a lasting settlement. He also highlighted the need to preserve Libya’s unity,…
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When public life questions democratic ethics. The evolution of political practices in Morocco raises legitimate questions about the future of democracy. What once took the form of hidden financial backing for election campaigns – often denounced but rarely proven – now appears in a new guise: business figures, their relatives, or spouses are directly accessing elected offices. This trend, noted by several analysts, challenges the safeguards against conflicts of interest. Conflict of interest: a risk identified by institutions By definition, a conflict of interest arises when an elected official has…
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