Gabon’s economic management hampered by unreliable public data

Running an economy without sufficiently detailed, regular, and accessible data is like making decisions with limited visibility. In Gabon, the publication of economic indicators by specialized administrations does allow for tracking certain sectoral trends, but it does not always meet the analytical needs of businesses, investors, researchers, and citizens. Between sometimes inadequately documented short-term information, weak forward-looking depth, and difficulties in regularly accessing budget execution data, the issue now goes beyond statistics: it directly affects the quality of public decision-making and financial transparency. The Sectoral Economic Note for the fourth…

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Juventus vs AC Milan Serie A preview: key facts and team news

Juventus vs AC Milan: match details Juventus and AC Milan will face off on 6 September 2026 at 18:45 GMT (14:45 EST / 19:45 BST / 20:45 SAST) at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. Italian giants collide in Turin Juventus welcome AC Milan to the Allianz Stadium for a Sunday night showdown in the third round of the 2026/27 Serie A season. The Bianconeri have won their first two matches without conceding a goal, and they aim to extend that perfect start with another vital home victory. For AC Milan,…

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Fmi loan and Sonko’s projects under scrutiny

As debates intensify over financial resource management and economic sovereignty, this analysis provides essential insight into the decisions that lie ahead. The recent approval of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan has sparked widespread discussion, particularly regarding the ambitious initiatives championed by Ousmane Sonko. This funding, while offering immediate fiscal relief, raises important questions about the long-term economic strategy and the balance between external support and national autonomy. Sonko’s proposals, which have been central to political discourse, aim to reshape Senegal’s economic landscape. However, the terms and conditions attached to…

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Niger: Tiani faces unease within special forces after russian involvement

In Niamey, the apparent calm following the events of August 29 may conceal deeper tensions. Behind the official statements and assurances of control, a pressing question emerges: is the Nigerien military’s chain of command as unified as it claims? Appearances can be deceiving. Traffic has resumed in Niamey, authorities are communicating, and the government seems to have moved past the August 29 incident. However, in military regimes, a return to calm on the streets does not necessarily mean a return to normalcy in the barracks. This is where the main…

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