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N’Djamena has taken a bold step toward African unity. Starting January 1, 2027, Chad will eliminate visa requirements for all African Union passport holders, positioning itself as a regional leader in free movement. Announced by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno during the African Water Forum in N’Djamena, this policy shift signals a new era for cross-continental mobility. Under this groundbreaking decision, travelers from every African nation can enter Chad without prior visa applications, simplifying travel for business, tourism, and cultural exchanges. The move places Chad among a select group of…

Gabon’s decade-long journey to UN compliance culminates in success After eleven years of meticulous preparation, Gabon has finally met the stringent requirements set by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The milestone was officially recognized during a high-level consultation held in Libreville from June 29 to July 1, 2026, where Séraphin Ondoumba, the UNODC’s focal point for Gabon, confirmed the country’s compliance with the second review cycle of the United Nations Convention against Corruption. This achievement follows a structured evaluation process established under the 2011 resolution 3/1…

In Senegal, the upcoming meeting between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his predecessor Macky Sall has ignited a fierce debate. Sall, who left office in April 2024 after 12 years in power, is expected in Dakar to seek Senegal’s backing for his candidacy for the position of United Nations Secretary-General. However, this visit has deeply divided public opinion and reignited painful memories. Justice delayed: victims of unrest voice outrage The timing of Sall’s visit could not be more controversial. For families of victims from the 2021–2024 protests, which were met…

As the deadline for Global Fund grant applications approaches, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is raising the alarm about the potential exclusion of North Kivu from critical malaria funding in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The province, already grappling with armed conflict, faces severe health risks if financial support for malaria prevention and treatment is withdrawn. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

The Gabonese Republic, a key oil producer in Central Africa, continues to grapple with a paradox: despite vast hydrocarbon reserves, the nation remains heavily reliant on imported refined fuels. The Banque des États de l’Afrique Centrale (BEAC) has now sounded the alarm, urging authorities in Libreville to expedite upgrades at the Société Gabonaise de Raffinage (SOGARA)—a move deemed essential to ease fiscal strain and safeguard the region’s foreign currency reserves. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

In a decisive turn of events, the investigating judge of Senegal’s Supreme Court has declared itself incompetent to rule on an urgent matter concerning Ousmane Sonko’s seating as a deputy. The judge cited the case as falling under the internal affairs of the parliamentary institution, a domain the high court has no intention of interfering with. This decision follows a legal challenge filed by the Union nationale des indépendants du Sénégal, which contested the validity of the procedure that allowed the Pastef leader to reclaim his deputy seat before being…

Economy Gabon 2027: a bold budget strategy for measurable impact By Editor-in-Chief July 16, 2026 103 No comment Libreville, July 16, 2026 — Gabon is preparing to launch one of the most ambitious budgetary reforms in its recent history. As the preparatory conferences for the 2027 Finance Bill get underway, the authorities are not merely initiating another annual accounting exercise. They are signaling a decisive break with decades of administrative management that prioritized credit consumption over measurable outcomes. The message to government agencies is unambiguous. Budgets can no longer be…

The green light has been granted. Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, is now authorized to operate in Côte d’Ivoire. The announcement was made on July 16 at the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan by Frank R. Garcia, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, during an official visit that also saw the signing of several economic agreements. Bridging the rural connectivity gap with satellite technology According to the Ivorian Press Agency, Starlink will leverage its low-orbit satellite constellation to deliver high-speed internet to rural and remote areas of the…

Legal challenge launched against Ousmane Sonko’s statements about Touba Senegal is witnessing a fresh legal confrontation following public remarks attributed to Ousmane Sonko regarding Touba. A descendant of Serigne Touba has formally petitioned the Prosecutor’s Office at the Dakar High Court of First Instance, urging the initiation of a judicial investigation into the matter. In a petition dated July 14, 2026, Serigne Modou Maroun Niang—identified as a Senegalese citizen, entrepreneur, and grandson of the founder of the holy city—contends that statements linked to the PASTEF leader have severely tarnished Touba’s…

The United States Department of State has once again updated its global travel advisory, placing 23 nations under its highest-risk category—Level 4, labeled “Do Not Travel.” Among the countries now deemed too dangerous for American citizens are three West African nations that form the Alliance of Sahel States (AES): Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The justification? A sharp deterioration in security conditions and the relentless spread of terrorist networks across the region, which has become a global hotspot for instability. Washington’s stark warning: no exceptions for travel America’s travel advisory…

The Republic of Chad is set to make a historic leap in African diplomacy by opening its borders to all African nationals without visa requirements. Effective from January 1, 2027, citizens from every African country will be able to travel to Chad freely—a decision that underscores the nation’s commitment to continental unity and mobility. During the opening ceremony of the African Water Forum in N’Djamena, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno unveiled this groundbreaking policy in front of distinguished heads of state and global leaders. The announcement reflects Chad’s role as…

Education Gabon’s bold vision for education by 2030 By Editorial Team July 16, 2026 128 No comments Libreville, July 16, 2026 – Gabon has launched one of the most pivotal initiatives in its national transformation journey. By approving the roadmap for the Interim Sectoral Education Plan (PSEI) 2026-2030, the Gabonese authorities have set a clear ambition: to position the education system as the primary driver of economic diversification, social cohesion, and international competitiveness. At the Alibandeng school complex, government officials, technical and financial partners, and civil society organizations officially endorsed…