The African Tribune

Economy Environment Gabon turns natural wealth into sustainable economy through tourism Libreville, Tuesday 30 June 2026 – Gabon aims to transform its extraordinary biodiversity into an economic engine. By unveiling its new national sustainable tourism and crafts strategy, the government launches an ambitious project that reaches far beyond the tourism sector. Behind this roadmap lies a fresh vision for national development, based on valuing natural capital, creating jobs, and diversifying an economy still heavily dependent on extractive resources. Gathered at the Cité de la Démocratie in Libreville, top state o...

Paris Saint-Germain officially announced the first major transfer of their summer window: Gonçalo Ramos has joined AC Milan on a permanent deal. The Portuguese striker leaves after three seasons at the Parc des Princes, during which he collected 12 trophies, including two consecutive Champions League titles. His departure creates a gap in the attack that the Parisian club now aims to fill. As expected, Gonçalo Ramos signed with AC Milan. The capital club released a statement: “After three seasons at Paris Saint-Germain and no fewer than 12 trophies won, including two consecutive Champions League titles, Gonçalo Ramos joins AC Milan in a permanent transfer.” The Portuguese striker committed to the Italian side until 2031, leaving a void that PSG will try to fill via a new signing. Psg...

DRC bans mass gatherings to fight Ebola before opposition rallyThe Congolese authorities have banned large gatherings in Kinshasa and three other provinces due to the Ebola outbreak. The decision comes ahead of an opposition protest against President Félix Tshisekedi scheduled for Wednesday, July 8.The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) banned mass gatherings in Kinshasa and three other provinces to limit the spread of Ebola. The measure, announced in a letter from Interior Minister Jacquemain Shabani, comes as a major opposition demonstration is planned for July 8 in the capital.Declared on May 15, the DRC's 17th Ebola outbreak has officially caused 360 deaths among 1,274 recorded cases. While the four northeastern provinces remain the hardest hit, no transmission ha...

After capturing a second consecutive Champions League title, Paris Saint-Germain is gearing up for an active summer transfer window. The Parisian club aims to rejuvenate Luis Enrique's squad for the upcoming season and has been exploring multiple options on the market. One name that has surfaced in recent weeks is Mateus Fernandes. The 21-year-old Portuguese international, who was left out of the 2026 World Cup squad, is expected to leave West Ham. However, PSG may not hold the upper hand in the race for the attacking midfielder.Manchester United leads the chase for Mateus FernandesManchester United currently appears to be in the strongest position to secure Mateus Fernandes. The West Ham midfielder has reportedly made clear his preference to join the Red Devils, despite interest from Tott...

Politics Gabon: engineers finally speak out on water and electricity crisis 30 June 2026 210 Libreville, Tuesday 30 June 2026 – For years, the debate on Gabon’s water and electricity crisis has focused on the consequences: repeated blackouts, water shortages, load shedding, public discontent. But rarely has a fundamental question been asked: Have those who truly understand the networks, installations and technical constraints been listened to enough? ...

Senior European socialist MEP Udo Bullmann stated that Senegalese authorities should be allowed to use EU development funds to purchase Chinese buses, provided the deal creates jobs for local workers. A controversial European tender worth over €300 million for buses and infrastructure in Dakar, the capital of Sénégal, appears likely to be awarded to a Chinese state-linked company. That firm has previously been found guilty of violating EU foreign subsidy rules. While some European officials and parliamentarians condemned the potential outcome—one even called it “madness”—Bullmann voiced support on condition that local employment benefits are guaranteed. “The key criterion is a skilled African workforce and the creation of African added value,” Bullmann said Monday in Brussels. During a vis...

The constitutional courts of Gabon and Togo are moving closer together through a partnership aimed at pooling efforts and exchanging experiences. The presidents of these two high jurisdictions, Dieudonné Aba'a Owono and Professor Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley, laid the groundwork for this cooperation yesterday at the Constitutional Palace in Libreville, following the arrival of the Togolese delegation for a working and friendship visit. This initiative builds on the excellent relations between Gabon’s head of state, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, and Togo’s Council president, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé. The two leaders share convergent views on a number of regional and international issues. According to both presidents, the rapprochement between their courts is timely given current and future...

In Kétou, motorbike taxi drivers will soon be required to wear uniforms. The local government has launched a registration campaign ahead of this change, which officials say will improve safety, make drivers easier to identify, and streamline urban transport.The decision covers all six boroughs of the commune and aims to better regulate the activities of motorbike taxi drivers. City hall states the measure will make identification easier, increase passenger safety, and improve overall transport organisation.To implement the policy, a registration drive will take place from July 6 to 20, 2026, at the administrative offices of each borough. Drivers must bring an ID card to register. This step is mandatory to receive the official uniform.After that date, only properly registered drivers wearin...

Expected to be very active this summer, Paris Saint-Germain has just made its first big move official. Gonçalo Ramos is leaving the capital club after three seasons. The Portuguese striker has signed with AC Milan until 2031. This summer, PSG will undergo some significant changes in its squad. Luis Enrique clearly wants to rejuvenate a group that has won the Champions League two years in a row. And while behind the scenes things seem to be heating up, the first big transfer of the window has just been made official with the signing of Gonçalo Ramos at AC Milan. Gonçalo Ramos to AC Milan: it's official Indeed, through an official statement, PSG has just confirmed this transfer: "After three seasons with Paris Saint-Germain and no fewer than 12 trophies won, including two consecutive C...

For many students in Chad, school holidays are not just a time to rest. They become a chance to learn real-life skills. In N'Djamena, Léa, a 10th‑grade student from the Kilwiti neighbourhood, has chosen to sell cassava. With a basin balanced on her head, she walks the streets of the capital every day looking for buyers.“I live with my mother in Kilwiti. I use the holidays to sell cassava, which helps me prepare for the next school term,” she explains.Léa says cassava prices range from 50 to 500 FCFA. Many other girls have also started this business, but it comes with difficulties.“Cassava has become expensive. Some customers think we overcharge for portions of 100 or 200 FCFA, not realising we buy the goods at a high price ourselves; we cannot sell at a loss,” she confides. Fortunately, sh...