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Tchad: Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno returns from UAE visit The President of Tchad, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, concluded an official visit to the United Arab Emirates by returning to N'Djamena, where he was received by senior government officials. The President of Tchad, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, arrived back in N'Djamena late yesterday evening, wrapping up a high-level official visit to the United Arab Emirates. During his stay in the UAE, the Head of State held two key meetings with the President of the Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The first discussion took place at the Presidential Palace, while the second was hosted at the Marshal’s residence. Upo...

Tchad Tchad: president returns after UAE diplomatic mission Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, Chad’s head of state, landed in N'Djamena following a high-level official visit to the United Arab Emirates where he held strategic talks with the UAE president. Chad Tribune 09 Jul 2026 — 1 min read Share In the late hours of the evening, Chad’s President, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, touched down at N'Djamena’s internat...

Côte d'Ivoire secures investor backing for 2026-2030 development plan Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé rallied over 700 investors in Abidjan to fuel the PND 2026-2030, the nation's next economic growth blueprint. The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group convened on July 9, 2026, at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan, chaired by Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. The high-profile gathering brought together business leaders, private sector representatives, and international investors to chart a shared path toward economic transformation. « This marks a pivotal moment for our collective efforts, » Prime Minister Mambé declared. « Today’s session focuses on unlocking private investment to drive the ambitious development goals outlin...

Ivory Coast's Prime Minister rallies investors for 2026-2030 development drive Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé championed private investment at the second day of the National Development Plan (PND) Consultative Group, uniting over 700 investors to fuel the nation's economic momentum. Abidjan’s Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire played host to the second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, a high-powered investor summit chaired by Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé on July 9, 2026. The Prime Minister framed the gathering as a pivotal moment for mobilizing private capital to drive Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitious growth agenda. "This marks another decisive chapter in our investment-...

Prime minister calls for private sector engagement at Abidjan investor forum The second day of Côte d'Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND) Consultative Group for 2026-2030 kicked off on July 9, 2026, at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan, under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. The high-profile gathering brought together over 700 investors from allied nations, signaling strong international confidence in the country’s economic trajectory. During the opening session, the Prime Minister underscored the forum’s role in rallying private sector support to accelerate Côte d'Ivoire’s development ambitions. « This marks a pivotal moment in our consultative process, focused on mobilizing the private investments essential to turning our development vision into reality, » h...

Africa news report Ivorian prime minister rallies private sector for 2026-2030 development strategy Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé addressed over 700 investors in Abidjan to accelerate Côte d'Ivoire's economic transformation under the new National Development Plan. Independent African journalism July 9, 2026 — 2 min read The second phase of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 consultation forum kicked off in A...

With a historic surge in international funding, Côte d'Ivoire has surpassed all expectations by securing over 80 billion dollars in commitments for its ambitious National Development Plan (NDP) 2026-2030. The announcement, made during a high-profile investor forum in Abidjan, underscores the country’s economic resilience and growing appeal to global markets. Economic momentum drives investor confidence Côte d'Ivoire’s ability to attract such substantial foreign investments stems from its strong macroeconomic performance, with an average annual growth rate of 6.5% over the past decade. The country has successfully transitioned from post-crisis recovery to a stable and dynamic economy, making it one of West Africa’s most attractive destinations for ca...

The Côte d'Ivoire has once again proven its economic resilience by securing international funding commitments far exceeding expectations for its National Development Plan (NDP) through 2030. This milestone underscores the country's robust economic performance and renewed stability, drawing significant interest from global investors. Côte d'Ivoire's economic momentum attracts unprecedented funding The Minister of Planning announced that international public investments for the NDP have surpassed targets by four times, reaching over $80 billion. This achievement highlights the country's strong recovery from the political and military turmoil of the early 2000s and its consistent economic growth, averaging 6.5% annually in recent years. The two-day event in Abidjan brought together governm...

West Africa’s economic powerhouse, Côte d’Ivoire, has surpassed all expectations by securing over $80 billion in international funding to fuel its ambitious National Development Plan (NDP) through 2030. This unprecedented financial commitment underscores the country’s remarkable economic turnaround and renewed investor confidence. Economic resilience draws global backing Minister of Planning Souleymane Diarrassouba revealed the staggering investment figures during a high-profile forum in Abidjan, where government officials and both domestic and international investors gathered to finalize funding arrangements. The event highlighted Côte d’Ivoire’s robust growth trajectory—averaging 6.5% annually in recent years—and its successful transition from a decade of political instability in the ea...

Chad Chad steps up fight against human trafficking Chad is escalating its efforts to combat human trafficking, particularly affecting women and children, through strict law enforcement and coordinated action by judicial and security authorities. Alwihda Info Jul 9, 2026 — 1 min read Share Strengthening legal...

The Moroccan government has taken decisive steps to regulate the growing use of electric scooters in cities, introducing strict new measures to enhance road safety. During a recent meeting in Rabat, the Council of Government approved two key decrees: one to upgrade the national biometric passport system and another to establish comprehensive guidelines for personal mobility devices, particularly electric scooters. Stronger biometric passports to combat fraud The first decree updates the 2008 law governing biometric passports, introducing advanced security features to protect against counterfeiting and identity theft. According to government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas, the new passport will not only strengthen security but also reflect the richness of Morocco’s national identity. The dec...

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have announced substantial progress in their military operations against armed groups in the northern regions of Anfif and Tabrachat. In a coordinated effort with allied forces, operations conducted on Tuesday resulted in the neutralization of over a hundred fighters linked to the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) and the Azauad Liberation Front (FLA). According to an official statement, the military carried out 13 precision airstrikes, which not only targeted enemy combatants but also destroyed six armored vehicles and a pickup truck. The operations underscore the FAMA’s ongoing commitment to dismantling armed factions operating across the country, with a focus on maintaining strict discipline and operational integrity in coordination with p...