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Ivorian international Elye Wahi, currently participating in the World Cup, faces allegations of deliberately receiving a yellow card in a recent Ligue 1 fixture. These suspicions arose following unusual betting patterns observed prior to the incident. The Ligue de football professionnel (LFP) confirmed on Wednesday that it filed a complaint against an unknown party on May 29, citing suspicions of manipulated bets related to a yellow card received by OGC Nice forward Elye Wahi during a match against Metz. This incident occurred on the final day of the Ligue 1…

Ivorian international Elye Wahi questioned by police over suspicious ligue 1 match Ivorian forward Elye Wahi was detained and interviewed by French law enforcement just days before his departure for the World Cup, as investigators probe a potential match-fixing scandal in Ligue 1. Elye Wahi underwent questioning by French police shortly before the start of the World Cup, where the prolific attacker is representing Côte d’Ivoire. Details emerged this Wednesday, June 17th, indicating that the forward, who played for OGC Nice this past season, was involved in an inquiry concerning…

Economie Gabon asserts full control over its marine fishing resources Libreville, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – With the sustainable fishing partnership agreement between Gabon and the European Union nearing its expiration, Libreville has enacted a significant political and economic decision. Gabonese authorities are initiating a fresh chapter in the stewardship of their marine resources. They have opted against renewing an arrangement deemed “profoundly imbalanced” with the European Union. This move underscores a broader national ambition, extending beyond the fishing sector, to regain mastery over the economic value generated by Gabon’s…

Afrique Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana forge a sustainable future for West Africa’s cocoa industry The presidents of Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana reiterate their commitment to building a sustainable cocoa economy, confronting global and climatic challenges. — 2 min de lecture Partager On June 16, 2026, during the high-level summit for the “Côte d’Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative,” Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara and his Ghanaian counterpart, John Dramani Mahama, unequivocally reaffirmed their shared commitment to fostering a sustainable cocoa economy. This crucial meeting underscores the importance of a resilient African economy today. President…

Vigilance at the borders has yielded significant results in northeastern Benin. On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, police officers stationed at the Okpara bridge, within the Kassouala district, successfully halted a group of 24 individuals, including a young Beninese national now under suspicion of orchestrating their passage. The operation unfolded early in the morning, around 8:30 a.m., during a routine checkpoint inspection. Law enforcement personnel identified the 23 travelers as Nigerian nationals, all belonging to the Hausa ethnic group. The group was observed heading towards Burkina Faso, a common route in…

The Gabonese government has taken a firm stance to safeguard the national supply of fish products. Effective March 26, 2026, the temporary export of sardine (Ethmalosa fimbriata) and the fish commonly known as “sans nom” (Heterotis niloticus) is prohibited across the entire territory. This crucial decision, formalized through two decrees from the Ministry of Sea, Fishing, and Blue Economy and published in the Official Journal on April 16, 2026, directly addresses a growing scarcity observed in local markets. While these vital species continue to find their way to neighboring countries,…

‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ Économie Agriculture : La Côte d’Ivoire et le Ghana réaffirment leur engagement pour un cacao durable Le 17/06/26 à 08:28 modifié 17/06/26 à 08:43 Presidents Alassane Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire and John Dramani Mahama of Ghana recently co-chaired a pivotal high-level summit in Abidjan-Plateau, focusing on the “Côte d’Ivoire / Ghana Cocoa Initiative.” This significant gathering provided a crucial platform for both Heads of State to implement “structuring decisions aimed at fostering a more equitable, robust, and sustainable cocoa economy.” The overarching goal is to benefit…

Côte d’Ivoire is witnessing a significant shift towards sustainable transportation, with over a thousand electric vehicles now navigating its roads. These quiet, fuel-efficient automobiles are particularly prevalent within the VTC sector in Côte d’Ivoire, where they promise substantial reductions in operational expenses, a key factor in the evolving African economy today. However, this burgeoning adoption faces notable obstacles, including the high initial purchase price, a scarcity of charging infrastructure, and a heavy reliance on imported components. Piloting an electric vehicle through the bustling streets of Abidjan, Mouhamed Kanaté efficiently completes…