The African Tribune

Libreville's water scarcity has reached a critical point, compelling Gabonese authorities to declare a state of hydric emergency across the capital and its surrounding areas. For days on end, taps have run dry, long queues form around the few available distribution points, and the price of water sold in popular neighborhoods has skyrocketed. The widespread comparison heard on the streets of the capital – that water is now as rare as a 10,000 CFA franc note – vividly illustrates the deep frustration of a population grappling with a crisis that has become an everyday reality. Two primary factors converge to explain the severity of this shock. Firstly, an uncharacteristically weak rainy season has led to a significant drop in water levels at the dams and collection points supplying the urban ...

Tchad Chad's 2026 baccalaureate results: a test of student resilience The 2026 baccalaureate examination results in Chad highlight a selective academic hurdle, with 42.96% of candidates not progressing. Students are urged to maintain perseverance despite these significant challenges for future success. The announcement of the 2026 baccalaureate results has brought a wave of mixed emotions across N’Djamena and throughout Chad. While many candidates are celebrating their academic success, a significant number have seen their aspirations for this crucial university entrance diploma delayed. For those facing disappointment, the setback is considerable, yet it should not be interpreted as a reason to abandon their educational jou...

BéninCotonou: police dismantle drug den in Vodjè, military officer « alòtrò » actively sought​This week, the Republican Police in Cotonou dealt a significant blow to urban criminal networks, conducting a large-scale operation in the Vodjè district. SOMMAIRE A network fueled by a military officer? This targeted intervention led to the complete dismantling of a notorious drug den, which had been secretly operating a significant Indian hemp trafficking network. Initial findings from the investigation indicate that the location served as both a strategic transit point and a consumption site for users. The raid resulted in the apprehension of several individuals at the scene and the seizure of substantial equipment directly associated with the illicit trade. Investigations are vigo...

Locally produced reinforcing steel is poised to become a defining element of Gabon's industrial strategy. On July 1st, in Nkok, the Minister of Industry and Local Transformation, Lubin Ntoutoume, officially initiated construction on the future Prometal Gabon plant. This significant endeavor is the result of a strategic partnership between the Gabonese State and the Pometal group. Representing a substantial investment of 38 billion FCFA, the project is slated for a twenty-four-month construction period within the Special Investment Zone (ZIS), an area specifically designed to attract processing industries. Upon completion, the facility aims to achieve an annual production capacity of 60,000 tons of rebar. This announcement aligns with a broader policy direction from Libreville, which is inc...

The Democratic Socialist Front (FDS) has voiced its concerns following the government's declaration of a national water emergency decree on July 1, 2026. While acknowledging the authorities' intent to combat illicit potable water trafficking, the party contends that an abrupt cessation of water distribution via tanker trucks could exacerbate supply challenges for the populace. Instead, the FDS advocates for stringent regulation of this vital service rather than a blanket prohibition. Just one day after the nationwide water emergency was instituted, the Democratic Socialist Front (FDS) made its position clear. In a communiqué released on July 2, the political party, led by Anges Kevin Nzigou, recognized the severity of Gabon's ongoing crisis. However, the FDS expressed reservations regardin...