Gabon’s diplomatic push: shaping the new global South agenda

Ousmane Tandja

Politique Gabon’s diplomatic push: shaping the new global South agenda Libreville, Friday, July 17, 2026 – In an evolving international landscape marked by intense geopolitical rivalries, the erosion of traditional alliances, and the escalating urgency of climate and economic challenges, Gabon is strategically positioning itself to enhance its influence within the significant consultative forums of the global South. Libreville’s proactive engagement in the proceedings of the Bureau of the Council of Ministers of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OEACP), convened on July 15 in Brussels, clearly demonstrates…

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Djoutou’s honey enterprise: a new blueprint for gabonese local economic growth

Aïcha Abdou

djoutou’s honey enterprise: a new blueprint for gabonese local economic growth In the ongoing global discourse about natural resource utilization, a pivotal question consistently arises: how can a region’s inherent wealth be converted into lasting prosperity for its inhabitants? In Gabon, moving beyond its significant oil reserves and manganese mines, an answer is now emerging through a newly inaugurated honey production facility nestled deep within the Djoutou forest. This seemingly modest undertaking, however, signifies a profound shift in local development strategy, emphasizing the rich heritage of traditional expertise, fostering community-driven…

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West africa’s diplomatic shifts and Senegal’s political landscape

Aïcha Abdou

After more than a year of strained relations, Mali and Algeria are embarking on a significant diplomatic thaw, marked by the return of their respective ambassadors and the reciprocal reopening of their airspaces. This pivotal rapprochement in West Africa news raises a crucial question: does this signal the dawn of a new era of enduring cooperation between these two neighboring nations? Is it a genuine gesture of political appeasement or a series of calculated strategic moves? The recent announcement of a meeting between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his predecessor,…

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Escalation of Sudan war spills into Chad’s border regions

Aïcha Abdou

Breaking Politics escalation of Sudan war spills into Chad’s border regions July 17, 2026 Three years into Sudan’s brutal conflict, its flames have now reached Chad’s doorstep. Border strikes, military tensions, and communal clashes: N’Djamena is caught in the crossfire. The war pitting Sudan’s army under General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo, aka Hemedti, has raged since April 2023. Though Chad has publicly maintained neutrality, it has quietly backed the RSF—creating a dangerous contradiction at home. N’Djamena’s support for the RSF,…

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Tchad : un accord sur l’eau du Congo suscite inquiétudes en RDC et au Sahel

Aïcha Abdou

Le Tchad a signé un accord avec la République démocratique du Congo (RDC) pour gérer les ressources hydriques du bassin du lac Tchad, mais ce geste a suscité des inquiétudes en RDC et au Sahel. Le président tchadien Mahamat Déby Itno a déclaré que le Tchad ne serait pas obligé de trouver un accord avec la RDC pour accéder à l’eau du Congo, mais qu’il sera contraint de le faire si les autres États membres de la Commission du bassin du lac Tchad n’y sont pas prêts. Les intentions du…

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Lucas Digne’s PSG move faces scrutiny after world cup blunder

Aïcha Abdou

Lucas Digne, the versatile left-back, now finds himself under intense scrutiny as he prepares to make a high-profile return to Paris Saint-Germain following a disastrous World Cup semi-final performance against Spain. The 32-year-old defender, whose impending transfer from Aston Villa has been widely anticipated, must quickly put his World Cup nightmare behind him as he faces fresh challenges in the French capital. The French national team’s shocking 2-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup semi-final saw Digne at the center of controversy after he conceded a penalty in the…

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Togo and Luxembourg Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

Ousmane Tandja

Le Togo intensifie la diversification de ses partenariats internationaux. En recevant, mercredi 15 juillet à Lomé, le vice‑Premier ministre et ministre des Affaires étrangères du Luxembourg, Xavier Bettel, le président Faure Gnassingbé imprime une nouvelle dynamique à une coopération désormais tournée vers des secteurs stratégiques tels que le numérique, la cybersécurité et la gestion durable des ressources naturelles. La relation entre Lomé et Luxembourg change de dimension. Longtemps centrée sur l’appui au développement, elle s’oriente aujourd’hui vers des investissements structurants destinés à accompagner les ambitions de modernisation du Togo. By…

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Senegal port autonomous Dakar welcomes new leadership change

Ousmane Tandja

Dakar, July 15, 2026 — A sweeping shift in leadership has reshaped top-tier public enterprises in Senegal. A presidential decree, issued on the same date, appointed former civil administrator Doune Pathé Mbengue as the new Director-General of the Port Autonome de Dakar (PAD), Senegal’s flagship maritime hub. He takes over from Waly Diouf Bodiang, inspector of customs, whose tenure has concluded after years of dedicated service. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

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N’Djamena forum calls for urgent water action across Africa

Aïcha Abdou

Under the banner « From vision to action », the African Water Forum drew to a close this Thursday, July 16, 2026 in N’Djamena, wrapping up two days of intense discussions on Africa’s most pressing water access and sustainable resource management challenges. Jointly hosted by the Chadian government and the World Bank Group, the event brought together heads of state, technical and financial partners, and water sector experts from across the continent. Closing the forum, World Bank envoy Farouk Mollah Banna underscored the urgent need to move from pledges to…

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Tchad: Agression près du camp 27, un père interpelle les autorités

Ousmane Tandja

Un jeune homme a été agressé près du camp 27 à N’Djaména. Son père dénonce un échec sécuritaire et appelle à renforcer la protection des citoyens. Mahamat Adam, père d’un jeune homme d’une vingtaine d’années, a alerté les autorités sur l’agression dont son fils a été victime mardi 15 juillet 2026 vers 22h près du camp 27. Selon son témoignage, les faits se sont déroulés alors que son fils se rendait à Amriguebé, après avoir quitté le quartier Farcha. Arrivé non loin du camp 27, le jeune Adam Mahamat Adam…

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France’s embassy in Cameroon clarifies strengthened student visa procedures

Aïcha Abdou

France’s embassy in Cameroon clarifies strengthened student visa procedures The French Embassy in Yaoundé has publicly addressed the reasons behind the more stringent procedures now in place for Cameroonian student visa applications. The embassy confirms that widespread fraud is a significant concern, directly impacting the process for those seeking to study in France. Muriel Piquet-Viaux, the cooperation and cultural action advisor at the embassy, detailed the various deceptive tactics encountered in applications from Cameroonian students admitted to private institutions in France. These strategies include presenting false certificates, falsified academic transcripts,…

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Niger: Cour suprême rejette référé d’Union nationale pour l’intégrité et la souveraineté

Aïcha Abdou

La Cour suprême du Niger a rejeté mardi le référé de l’Union nationale pour l’intégrité et la souveraineté (Unis) contre l’acte d’installation d’Ousmane Sonko à la présidence de l’Assemblée nationale. Le mouvement avait sollicité la réunion des chambres réunies afin qu’elles se prononcent sur la compétence de la juridiction et mettent fin, selon ses termes, à une situation préjudiciable à la sécurité juridique. L’Unis affirme avoir saisi la Cour suprême pour obtenir l’annulation de l’acte administratif pris par le Bureau de l’Assemblée nationale, tout en introduisant parallèlement une procédure en…

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