Author: Ousmane Tandja

Abidjan, July 9, 2026 — The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated to investors, kicked off today at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. The session, focused on mobilizing private investment to drive Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitious growth agenda, drew over 700 investors from partner nations. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister emphasized the critical role of the private sector in transforming the Ivorian economy into a more competitive and job-creating powerhouse. Strategic dialogue for economic…

Abidjan hosts pivotal investor forum for Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 development blueprint The second day of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group focused on investors kicked off in Abidjan, with Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé leading the high-profile gathering at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire on July 9, 2026. Robert Beugré Mambé opened the session by emphasizing the critical role of private investment in driving the country’s ambitious economic transformation. “This marks a significant milestone in our consultative framework, centered on fostering investment, entrepreneurship, and value creation,” he stated.…

The second day of the Consultative Group for Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030, focused on investors, was officially inaugurated on July 9, 2026, at the Sofitel Hotel Ivoire in Abidjan. The session was led by Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé, who emphasized the critical role of private sector participation in driving economic transformation. Uniting global investors around Côte d’Ivoire’s growth vision Prime Minister Mambé highlighted the significance of the event, stating, “This marks a pivotal moment in our collective journey to mobilize private investment and unlock the full…

Ecouter l’article Selon les dernières projections de la Banque africaine de développement (BAD), actualisées le 23 juin 2026 dans son rapport Perspectives économiques en Afrique (PEA 2026), le pays devrait renouer avec une trajectoire positive. L’institution panafricaine table ainsi sur une croissance de 3,0 % pour l’année 2026, qui devrait légèrement s’accélérer pour atteindre 3,1 % en 2027. Loin de dépendre uniquement de ses ressources traditionnelles, Libreville peut compter sur la consolidation de plusieurs piliers stratégiques. La BAD attribue notamment ce rebond au dynamisme attendu dans les secteurs de la…

Ecouter l’article En République gabonaise, la législation est claire : l’instruction est obligatoire pour tous les enfants âgés de 6 à 16 ans. Portée par la loi n° 21/2011 relative à l’orientation générale de l’éducation, cette mesure vise à garantir un accès à l’apprentissage à chaque jeune résidant dans le pays, qu’il soit gabonais ou étranger. Pourtant, un décalage persiste entre les textes de loi et la réalité du terrain. Face à ce constat, l’État a décidé d’engager une lutte sans concession contre le travail des mineurs. Une mission conjointe,…

The Dakar Correctional Court has once again postponed its verdict in the high-profile case involving the alleged forgery of Ousmane Sonko‘s signature. Khardiata Tandian, one of the defendants, remains in custody as the judicial process drags on. Initially scheduled for July 9, 2026, the ruling was deferred for the second time. The tribunal now plans to deliver its decision on July 23, citing the absence of a key figure in the proceedings. According to court officials, the presence of Chérif Zeyni Abidin Sy, identified as a presumed accomplice, is deemed…

The long-running legal saga surrounding the alleged falsification of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko’s signature has taken yet another unexpected turn. Khardiata Tandian, a key figure in the case, remains behind bars as the Dakar Criminal Court once again postponed its verdict. The judge set a new hearing date for July 23, 2026, marking the second delay in this highly scrutinized case. The tribunal’s decision follows its insistence on securing the presence of another individual cited in the proceedings—Chérif Zeyni Abidin Sy, described as Tandian’s alleged accomplice. His absence during previous…

The judicial saga surrounding the alleged forgery of Ousmane Sonko’s signature continues to drag on, with Khardiata Tandian still behind bars. The Dakar Criminal Court has once again postponed its verdict, this time to July 23, marking the second delay in the high-profile case. The decision stems from the absence of a key figure in the proceedings: Chérif Zeyni Abidin Sy, identified as Tandian’s presumed accomplice. His failure to appear at the previous hearing prevented the court from rendering a final judgment, and the tribunal deemed his presence essential before…