Month: July 2026

A recent National Report on Human Development (RNDH 2026) has cast a stark light on a persistent paradox weakening Gabon's labor market. While one in three active young people faces unemployment, numerous industries struggle to find the skilled workforce they desperately require. This critical situation, according to the report, stems from three primary shortcomings: an educational system failing to align with economic demands, an economy lacking sufficient diversification, and employment policies that have yet to yield sustainable outcomes.Gabon's institutions are producing graduates, yet businesses are actively seeking technicians. Young individuals are searching for work, but productive sectors report a distinct shortage of essential skills. This fundamental disconnect, now thoroughly d...

Actus. Former Senegalese President Macky Sall is set to make his initial return to Senegal on Friday, July 17, marking his first visit since concluding his presidential term in April 2024. This significant journey is part of his ongoing campaign for the prestigious position of United Nations Secretary-General. A pivotal moment of his visit will be a meeting with current President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who has yet to publicly endorse Sall's international aspiration. First visit to Senegal since departing office  Macky Sall confirmed via social media his planned trip to Dakar this Friday for discussions with his successor, Bas...

Breaking News Économie: Est de la RDC: le M23 contrôle toujours 15 % à 30 % de la production mondiale de coltan à Rubaya, la France dénonce le financement de son administration « illégale» ⠀ ⠀ Sécurité: Museveni insiste sur la coopération régionale pour relever les défis sécuritaires dans l'Est de la RDC ⠀ ⠀ Politique: ONU: "Si la transition énergétique ne fait que remplacer une forme de dépendance par une autre, elle n’aura pas tenu ses promesses"( Thérèse Kayikwamba)⠀ ⠀ Sport: Handball/CACVC ...

France and Morocco are set to deepen their strategic alliance with a high-level meeting in Rabat, as French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu arrives for a two-day official visit. This landmark visit, taking place on Wednesday and Thursday, brings together Sébastien Lecornu with Moroccan counterpart Aziz Akhannouch and a delegation of over ten French ministers, including Foreign Affairs and Interior officials. The agenda underscores both nations' commitment to reinforcing bilateral cooperation following years of diplomatic engagement. The timing marks a significant milestone: this will be the first high-level government meeting between the two countries since 2019. The visit follows President Emmanuel Macron’s historic recognition in mid-2024 of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Western Saha...

As the world grapples with how to regulate artificial intelligence, African nations are forging a distinctive approach—one that balances innovation with strategic development, digital sovereignty, and cyber resilience. While Europe emphasizes risk management and the United States prioritizes market-driven growth, the African continent is leveraging AI not just as a technological tool, but as a catalyst for economic transformation and social progress. The power of purpose-driven innovation Across the globe, AI governance debates often revolve around regulation versus acceleration. In Africa, however, the conversation has evolved beyond this dichotomy. The continent is embracing AI as a strategic asset—one that can address pressing challenges in healthcare, agriculture, finance, and infras...