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Market integrity and consumer protection: Burkina Faso confronts cement price surge

12Jun

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Market integrity and consumer protection: Burkina Faso confronts cement price surge

The BMCRF confronts market speculation amid surging cement prices in Burkina Faso The Mobile Brigade for Economic Control and Fraud Repression (BMCRF) has taken a decisive stance. Faced with an alarming and unwarranted escalation in national cement prices, this oversight institution is escalating its efforts to safeguard consumers and restore stability to the sector. Burkina Faso's construction industry is currently navigating a period of significant volatility. For several weeks, the cost of cement has seen a continuous ascent, placing considerable strain on household purchasing power and hindering the operations of construction professionals. In response to this critical situation, the BMCRF's general directorate has opted to break its silence and launch extensive field operations. A con...

Heightened security concerns grip Bamako after JNIM video release

12Jun

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Heightened security concerns grip Bamako after JNIM video release

Amidst an increasingly volatile security landscape, the recent dissemination of a new video by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) has plunged the Malian capital, Bamako, into a profound state of apprehension. The city is experiencing mounting pressure on the ruling military junta, fueled by explicit threats of imminent attacks and persistent rumors of internal disquiet within the governmental apparatus.A psychological offensive intensifiesThe video, released by Al-Qaïda's branch in the Sahel, conspicuously displays extensive logistical and military preparations. Within the footage, the terrorist organization unequivocally declares its intention to launch «imminent operations» in the forthcoming days, potentially targeting critical national infrastructure or significant s...

Abidjan’s dual economic focus: ouattara meets world bank and sea-invest leaders

12Jun

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Abidjan’s dual economic focus: ouattara meets world bank and sea-invest leaders

Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara recently hosted two prominent figures at the presidential palace in Abidjan, each representing distinct yet interconnected objectives for the nation. He met with Ousmane Diagana, the World Bank’s Vice President for West and Central Africa, and Philippe Van De Vyvère, a leading executive from the Belgian maritime group Sea-Invest. These high-level discussions underscore the dual strategic direction the head of state aims to pursue during his current mandate: strengthening partnerships with multilateral financial institutions and attracting increased private European capital to Côte d'Ivoire’s vital port infrastructure. World Bank partnership: a renewed commitment to Côte d'Ivoire's development The meeting with Ousmane Diagana highlights the ongoing, cruci...

Infrastructures routières : 2 442 km bitumés, mais des blocages persistent, le MINTP fait le point à Yaoundé

11Jun

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Infrastructures routières : 2 442 km bitumés, mais des blocages persistent, le MINTP fait le point à Yaoundé

EconomieInfrastructures routières : 2 442 km bitumés, mais des blocages persistent, le MINTP fait le point à YaoundéProjets routiers en cours, avancées réalisées, réseau structurant, mais aussi contraintes qui plombent la performance de ce secteur… sont les points mis en avant au […] Liliane Ndangue|Il y a 9h|3 min de lectureAAASuivez Actu Cameroun sur GoogleRésumerEcouterCommenterProjets routiers en cours, avancées réalisées, réseau structurant, mais aussi contraintes qui plombent la performance de ce secteur… sont les points mis en avant au cours de la conférence publique donnée par le Ministre des Travaux Publics, Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi, ce 11 juin 2026, au Salon de l’Action Gouvernementale (SAGO 2026). Une conférence courue et consacrée au relèvement du réseau routier national. Face...

Gabon’s prosecutor general Eddy Minang suspended for three months amid scandal

11Jun

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Gabon’s prosecutor general Eddy Minang suspended for three months amid scandal

Ecouter l'articleA significant development in Gabon's legal landscape unfolded on June 9, 2026, when Dr. Eddy Narcisse Minang, the Prosecutor General at the Libreville Judicial Court of Appeal and a senior magistrate, received notification of a provisional three-month suspension from his duties. This decision, formalized under decree n° 000007/MJGSCDH, was issued by the Minister of Justice and Keeper of the Seals, Augustin Emane. The esteemed legal professional is reportedly under suspicion of involvement in an clandestine influence network linked to high-profile scandal cases.Reports confirm that Eddy Narcisse Minang underwent extensive questioning at the Presidency of the Republic before his conservative suspension was officially signed by the Minister of Justice. We also learned that Th...

Benin becomes Africa’s budget transparency champion, leading francophone world

11Jun

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Benin becomes Africa’s budget transparency champion, leading francophone world

In just ten years, Benin has transformed its financial governance dramatically. According to the latest Open Budget Survey from the International Budget Partnership, the country now scores a historic 79 out of 100. This performance places Benin second in Africa behind South Africa and first in the entire francophone world. Here is a closer look at a model of rigor driven by reforms under President Patrice Talon.A remarkable rise in less than a decadeTo grasp the significance of this ranking, one must consider the journey. Back in 2017, Benin languished near the bottom with a score barely above 35 out of 100. In less than ten years, that figure has more than doubled. This trajectory is no accident but the result of strong political will that began in 2016 with the arrival of President Patri...

Tokyo port strike threat disrupts west african trade

11Jun

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Tokyo port strike threat disrupts west african trade

The Autonomous Port of Lomé faces paralysis as industrial action looms The Autonomous Port of Lomé (PAL), Togo’s economic lifeline, now stands on the brink of severe disruption. The Port Workers’ Union has issued a formal three-day strike notice, scheduled from June 25 to 27, 2026, in response to unresolved labor grievances that threaten to paralyze regional trade. A stalled social dialogue sparks industrial unrest At the core of this escalating conflict lies a breakdown in social dialogue. Despite multiple rounds of negotiations, union representatives highlight the persistent lack of progress on key demands, including workplace safety improvements, salary adjustments, and enhanced social benefits. Unless an agreement is reached before the strike deadline, operations at the PAL—West Af...

Jnim blockade escalates, crippling west african commercial routes

11Jun

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Jnim blockade escalates, crippling west african commercial routes

The JNIM blockade escalates, crippling West African commercial routes Recent terrorist assaults in Mali have intensified the obstruction of critical trade arteries linking coastal and Sahelian nations. On April 25, Mali experienced a wave of synchronized attacks orchestrated by the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) and the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA). These coordinated operation...

Libreville’s coast transformation drives Gabon’s urban growth

11Jun

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Libreville’s coast transformation drives Gabon’s urban growth

PoliticsLibreville's coast transformation drives Gabon's urban growthBy Editor-in-Chief June 11, 2026 148 No commentLibreville, June 11, 2026 — President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema's recent visit to the coastal development projects signals a bold new chapter for Gabon's capital. The head of state inspected key works along the seafront, underscoring his administration's commitment to making Libreville's coastline a catalyst for economic renewal and urban revitalization.Urban progress is often measured by tangible results. In Libreville, the coastline is fast becoming the most visible emblem of this transformation. Just hours after launching 200 new taxis under the Taxi Gab initiative, the President conducted an on-site review of major coastal construction projects—a move that highlights a...

Gabon’s kobe-kobe project: forging a new industrial future

11Jun

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Gabon’s kobe-kobe project: forging a new industrial future

Gabon is laying the groundwork for its industrial self-sufficiency in a post-oil era. Under the decisive leadership of President General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, construction has officially commenced on the deep-water port at Kobé-Kobé. This integrated megaproject, strategically linked to one of the planet's largest iron ore deposits and bolstered by new railway and energy infrastructure, aims to profoundly reshape the nation's economic growth model by 2030. This initiative represents a significant stride in governance Africa, demonstrating a commitment to long-term economic diversification. Gabon's coastline is set to host a premier logistical hub. Located in the Estuaire province, the forthcoming Kobé-Kobé deep-water port terminal will boast a draft of 14 to 16 meters. This impressi...

Libreville’s mont-bouët market: can digital payments end extortion by officials?

11Jun

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Libreville’s mont-bouët market: can digital payments end extortion by officials?

The heartbeat of Libreville’s informal economy is also a hotspot for systemic extortion that plagues hundreds of traders daily. At Mont-Bouët—Gabon’s largest market—the issue of routine racketeering has resurfaced as the most pressing challenge facing Mayor Eugène Mba. Beneath the vibrant colors of market stalls and the lively haggling of vendors lies a darker truth. Organized by the Gabonese Hustlers’ Union and the Development Solidarity NGO, a coalition of traders has gone public with allegations of an entrenched extortion ring involving municipal staff and law enforcement officers. Testimonies confirm that illegal levies far exceed official fees. “Some city agents demand 2,000 FCFA per stall instead of the regulated 500 FCFA,” shared a vendor. Worse still, receipts are rarely issued, ...

Gabon strengthens iboga regulation to protect heritage and combat biopiracy

11Jun

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Gabon strengthens iboga regulation to protect heritage and combat biopiracy

Gabon has taken a significant stride in safeguarding its rich biodiversity. Moving forward, the exploitation and commercialization of iboga, a plant endemic to Central Africa known for its potent psychotropic and therapeutic qualities, will be subject to stringent authorization from national authorities. Libreville is thus asserting control over this iconic resource, which has long been harvested without rigorous oversight, despite its global economic value steadily increasing over the past decade. A strategic resource brought under state control The Tabernanthe iboga, an indigenous shrub thriving in the Gabonese equatorial forest, holds a unique and revered position within the nation's heritage. Beyond its central role in the Bwiti initiatory rite, it is also a subject of international bi...