Author: Ousmane Tandja

L’institution est composée de 25 parlementaires qui ne sont pas élus mais désignés par le chef de l’Etat ou membres de droit, comme les anciens présidents. Elle a été créée lors d’une révision constitutionnelle adoptée en novembre 2025, notamment pour «réguler la vie politique». La cérémonie a été présidée par la doyenne d’âge du Sénat, Élisabeth Pognon, 89 ans, première femme présidente de la Cour constitutionnelle. «Vous et moi avons l’honneur redoutable d’être les premiers au sein de cette nouvelle institution», a-t-elle déclaré. Elle a appelé les parlementaires à faire…

The Gabonese government has successfully returned to international financial markets with a $920 million bond issuance, equivalent to over 526 billion CFA francs. According to an official statement, the bond features a three-year repayment moratorium, starting in 2029, with a final maturity date set for 2033. The proceeds from this issuance will primarily fund state investment projects and settle outstanding arrears, as outlined in the 2026 revised budget strategy. This milestone follows extensive negotiations where the Minister of Economy and Finance engaged with leading global institutional investors to secure favorable…

This week marked a pivotal moment for Côte d’Ivoire’s future spatial organization. Dr. Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA, Minister of Planning and Development, led a landmark national workshop in Abidjan to validate the study for the National Territorial Development Framework (SNAT CI-2045). The high-level gathering brought together top officials, prefects, local authorities, technical partners, private sector leaders, civil society representatives, academics, experts, and media professionals. This validation step paves the way for the adoption of Côte d’Ivoire’s first-ever national territorial planning blueprint. Once finalized, the SNAT CI-2045 will serve as the cornerstone for…

The Minister of Planning and Development, Dr. Souleymane DiarraSSouba, led a pivotal national workshop in Abidjan today, marking a decisive step toward validating the Côte d’Ivoire National Territorial Planning Scheme (SNAT CI-2045). The gathering convened key stakeholders including government institutions, prefectural officials, local authorities, technical and financial partners, public administrations, private sector representatives, civil society, academic experts, and media professionals. The workshop sets the stage for adopting the country’s first national reference framework for territorial planning. Once implemented, the SNAT CI-2045 will equip the state with a strategic roadmap to…

In September 2026, Benin will take center stage on the continental diplomatic scene as it assumes the rotating presidency of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC). This leadership role marks a pivotal moment for the country, particularly as it aligns with Benin’s two-year mandate (2026-2028) secured in February of the same year. The transition reflects not only Benin’s growing influence in African diplomacy but also its commitment to addressing urgent security challenges across the continent. Preparations Underway in Addis Ababa Final preparations for this high-stakes presidency were deliberated…

The Minister of Planning and Development, Dr. Souleymane DiarraSSouba, led a pivotal national workshop in Abidjan to validate the study of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Territorial Development Framework (SNAT CI-2045). The session convened representatives from state institutions, prefectural bodies, local governments, technical and financial partners, alongside public administrations, private enterprises, civil society, academia, experts, and media representatives. This milestone paves the way for the adoption of Côte d’Ivoire’s inaugural national territorial planning reference. The SNAT CI-2045 will equip the government with a national framework to guide sustainable public and private investments,…