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The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has significantly escalated its measures to combat the Ebola virus disease. This intensified response comes amid growing concerns following the recent confirmation of an Ebola case in France, involving a humanitarian doctor who had previously worked in an epidemic zone within the DRC. In an official statement, Congolese authorities described the situation as a "serious health alert signal," emphasizing their proactive stance to prevent any potential transmission chain from crossing national borders. Officials assert that these actions align with a strategy…

The military training centre in Bèmbèrèkè hosted a solemn ceremony on Thursday, 25 June 2026, as nearly 900 new recruits from the Republican Police and the Water, Forests and Hunting Corps officially joined the ranks. Before an audience of senior officials, moved family members and friends, the 895 recruits — drawn from the 2024 and 2025 intakes of the Water, Forests and Hunting Corps and the 2025 intake of the Republican Police — were presented to the national flag. This important event marks the official conclusion of their shared basic…

Faced with shifting security threats in the Gulf of Guinea and the need to strengthen national sovereignty, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has unveiled a major modernisation programme for the defence and security forces. Key measures include the acquisition of MI-35 attack helicopters and new frigates to boost Gabon’s operational capabilities on land, at sea and in the air. In his state of the nation address, the head of state highlighted the progress made since the start of the Transition in reinforcing the country’s security apparatus. He noted that the…

Morocco and Iraq explore deeper security cooperation Security cooperation in public safety, intelligence, technical assistance, and police training was at the heart of a meeting on Thursday in Rabat between Abdellatif Hammouchi and the Iraqi ambassador to Morocco. The two sides also addressed regional security challenges and the fight against international terrorism. The Director General of National Security and Territory Surveillance, Abdellatif Hammouchi, received the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to Morocco, Hayder Shiya Albarrak, on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at the DGSN headquarters in Rabat. During the meeting,…

Politics Gabon welcomes five new ambassadors as diplomatic ties deepen Diplomacy is not only measured by official visits or international summits. It is also reflected in the signals sent by states when they choose to establish, strengthen, or reactivate their representations in a country. By receiving the credentials of five new ambassadors accredited to the Gabonese Republic, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema presided over much more than a ceremonial event. The occasion highlights a reality that is becoming increasingly visible: Gabon is gradually regaining a central place in the continent’s…

In a unified response to escalating food shortages and sociopolitical instability, Caritas networks across the Sahel are convening in Ouagadougou to strengthen regional emergency preparedness. The five-day strategy session, launched on February 19, brings together representatives from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger and Sénégal—member countries of the Caritas Sahel platform, operational since 2007. Building a regional crisis communication framework The gathering focuses on developing a cohesive communication system to streamline emergency response efforts among Catholic aid organizations. Key participants include heads of information and emergency operations, who are working to establish…

Professor Jean Gatsi says Douala airport assault was payback for his loyalty to Paul Biya After being cowardly attacked at Douala International Airport by an activist acting on orders, I am breaking my silence with this blistering indictment. Behind the violence and digital defamation lies an attempt at intellectual assassination aimed at making me pay for my unconditional support for President Paul Biya. Against the supporters of chaos, I reaffirm as a convinced intellectual that my determination remains as strong as granite. Here is an analysis of a failed plot…

On Wednesday in Rabat, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, met with Crispin Mbadu Phanzu, the Deputy Minister to the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Francophonie, and Congolese Abroad of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The envoy carried a personal message from DRC President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo addressed to King Mohammed VI. Following the talks, Mr. Mbadu Phanzu spoke to the press, praising the strong bilateral cooperation between Morocco and the DRC, rooted in a long-shared history. He explained that his…

The industry meetings kicked off on Tuesday in Libreville, with Vice-President Hermann Immongault in attendance. Running until June 26 at the Chamber of Commerce, the gathering brings together Gabonese authorities, business operators and European partners to discuss industrialisation and local processing. At the heart of the talks is the contribution of European companies to the government’s strategy for productive sovereignty. French Ambassador to Gabon, Fabrice Mauriès, welcomed the return of about thirty European firms, especially in the energy sector, while stressing the need to boost Gabon’s attractiveness in a competitive…

On Tuesday 23 June 2026, the president of the Groupement des Entreprises du Cameroun (GECAM) painted a grim picture of the factors stifling the country’s economic development. According to the GECAM leader, Cameroon’s growth slowed to 3.1% in 2025, down from 3.5% in 2024—a pace he considers far too slow to achieve the 2035 emergence target. For context, sub-Saharan Africa is forecast to grow at an average of 4.5%, while the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) should reach 6.4%. In contrast, the Central African Economic and Monetary Community…

Bénin interior minister Djibril Mama Cisse tours security units in Kandi and Parakou Interior minister Djibril Mama Cisse continues his security tour across Bénin, visiting Kandi and Parakou to fine-tune public safety strategies and hear the concerns of security forces. Interior and Public Security Minister Djibril Mama Cisse continued his nationwide security tour on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, with stops in the cities of Kandi and Parakou. Accompanied by his delegation, the minister visited the base of the Special Multipurpose Intervention Group (GSPI) in Kandi, the headquarters of the departmental…