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Libreville is grappling with a severe water shortage that has reached crisis levels, prompting authorities to declare a state of hydrological emergency across the capital and its surrounding areas. With faucets running dry for days on end, residents are forced to queue for hours at the few remaining distribution points, while black-market prices for water containers have skyrocketed in working-class neighborhoods. Locals compare the scarcity to the frustration of holding a 10,000 CFA franc bill—just out of reach when most needed. Two key factors are driving this unprecedented water scarcity.…

Breaking News Sécurité: Est de la RDC: « nous sommes prêts à appuyer les missions sur les sites identifiés pour le monitoring du cessez-le-feu ” (James Swan)⠀ ⠀ Santé: Ebola: Félix Tshisekedi insiste sur une réponse africaine coordonnée et appelle à éviter les mesures excessives ⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Ebola dans l’Est de la RDC: Cyril Ramaphosa appelle à un cessez-le-feu et exhorte à faire de l’épidémie un catalyseur de la paix⠀ ⠀ Santé: Ituri-Ebola : après l’incendie du CTE de Nia-Nia, neuf patients en fuite font craindre une propagation du…

Chad Chad 2026 baccalaureate results reveal tough challenges for students The 2026 baccalaureate results in Chad show a highly selective exam, with 42.96% of candidates failing. Students face an uphill battle, but resilience and determination will pave the way to future success. — 2 min read The announcement of the 2026 baccalaureate results in Chad has sparked mixed emotions across N’Djamena and the country. While some candidates celebrate their triumphs, others face the harsh reality of delayed academic dreams. For those who fell short, the disappointment is palpable—but it must…

Cameroun celebrates mother tongue education with UNESCO’s support The 27th edition of the International Mother Language Day celebrations in Cameroon concluded with a vibrant ceremony in Nanga Eboko on February 27, 2026. This year’s theme, «the voices of youth in multilingual education», highlighted the pivotal role of young learners in preserving and promoting indigenous languages as essential components of cultural heritage and educational excellence. a week dedicated to linguistic diversity The week-long activities across Cameroon brought together educators, students, and cultural leaders to celebrate the nation’s rich linguistic tapestry. From…

The Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Frank Garcia, engaged in productive talks with Chad’s Ambassador to the United States, Mahamat Tahir Orozi, at the State Department in Washington, D.C. The meeting follows the announcement of upcoming celebrations marking 66 years of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Chad in August. With a shared focus on bolstering stability and economic growth, both diplomats explored ways to strengthen security cooperation while fostering private sector investments and trade between the two nations. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

Heavy clashes have erupted in the town of Am-Dafock, Central African Republic, as rebel forces launch a determined offensive against Wagner Group mercenaries. Reports from the frontline indicate a rapid deterioration of the Russian-led contingent’s position, with strategic withdrawals and mounting casualties forcing their retreat. The rebel coalition, composed of various armed factions, has exploited weaknesses in Wagner’s defensive lines, capturing key positions and cutting off supply routes. Local sources confirm that the mercenaries are struggling to maintain control over the region, with some fighters reportedly abandoning their posts in…

The Moroccan capital, Rabat, played host to a significant diplomatic and security event this week, as high-ranking officials from the Direction générale de la Sûreté nationale (DGSN) and Direction générale de la Surveillance du territoire (DGST) were bestowed with prestigious Spanish honors. The ceremony, held on Thursday, marked a milestone in the robust security cooperation between Morocco and Spain. The occasion was graced by the presence of a high-level delegation from the Spanish Civil Guard, led by General Luis Peláez Piñeiro, Director of Intelligence, underscoring the importance of the visit.…

A recent announcement sent shockwaves through ministerial corridors in Lomé. Through official decree 1010/PC/MFPTDS/SG, the Ministry of Public Service has ordered the immediate dismissal of more than fifty state agents. Their transgressions include the use of forged diplomas, falsification of signatures, and fraudulent career advancements. While the executive branch hails this as a landmark victory for meritocracy and transparency, this extensive purge, unprecedented in scale, inadvertently exposes a far more troubling reality: a state apparatus that, for decades, allowed fraudsters to embed themselves comfortably within the very heart of the…

BEI chief lauds Morocco’s role as Africa-Europe bridge during Rabat visit The European Investment Bank president met with Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Economy Minister Nadia Fettah Agreements signed include loans and grants for rail and highway infrastructure projects The landmark visit by Nadia Calviño, President of the European Investment Bank (BEI), to Morocco underscored the North African nation’s pivotal position as a gateway between Africa and Europe. During her three-day official tour, she engaged with key Moroccan officials to strengthen economic ties and explore new investment avenues. A…