The African Tribune

The Gabon is hosting the second-cycle evaluation mission of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) in Libreville since June 29. Over three days, international experts, Gabonese authorities, and national institutions are reviewing anti-corruption prevention and asset recovery mechanisms. For Vice-President of the Government Hermann Immongault, CNLCEI President Nestor Mbou, and UNODC National Focal Point Séraphin Ondoumba, this assessment marks a major step in consolidating governance under the Fifth Republic.Gabon is undertaking a new international exercise to measure progress in the fight against corruption. Opened on June 29 in Libreville, the evaluation mission of the second cycle of the UNCAC review mechanism brings together representatives from the United Nations Offi...

Endeavour Mining, the gold producer responsible for over a quarter of Côte d'Ivoire's national output, unveiled its first country impact report for 2021-2025 on Monday, 29 June 2026 in Abidjan. The report, titled "Creating Tangible Value," details the company's contributions to the Ivorian economy.Laeticia Gadegbeku-Ouattara, vice president of public affairs and country director of Endeavour Mining in Côte d'Ivoire, presented the findings. She stated that between 2021 and 2025, Endeavour Mining injected 1,710 billion FCFA into the national economy. Of that sum, 644 billion FCFA went directly to the Ivorian state, while 904 billion FCFA was spent on purchases from local suppliers."In Côte d'Ivoire, we are the largest mining company. We want the gold we produce to be sustainable gold, with w...

Libreville – Facing a state-owned utility that has become a symbol of the struggle for clean water and electricity in Gabon, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema chose a method rarely used in handling major public crises. Instead of addressing the issue from a distance or through official statements, the head of state went directly to meet employees of the Société d'Énergie et d'Eau du Gabon (SEEG).For nearly three hours, at the Jean Violas Training Centre in Owendo, he listened, questioned, refocused and set a clear direction. This approach marks a new phase in dealing with a matter that has become highly strategic for the country's economic and social future.The meeting, held Monday at the request of the workers themselves, takes place amid years of public frustration over SEEG's servi...

PoliticsDemocratic Republic of the CongoCongolese government plans special unit to secure mining sites30/06/202630 June 2026The Congolese government is in talks with a private firm to train 20,000 personnel for a mining guard force in extraction zones.https://p.dw.com/p/5GIcNThe reform is part of broader efforts to improve governance in the mining sector. The 20,000 recruits, once trained, will be tasked with protecting large-scale mining operations, supervising artisanal mines, and strengthening the traceability of mineral exports.  Congolese authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the private company that will train this paramilitary unit.  Training for the mining guards could begin in September, with the first battalion scheduled for deployment in the Katanga regi...

A significant constitutional revision in Sénégal has unveiled unprecedented tensions at the highest echelons of state power. Following the National Assembly's adoption of a proposed law, Ousmane Sonko, the esteemed President of the institution, publicly voiced strong criticism against President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Sonko accused the head of state of intending to alter provisions he had vigorously championed during his time in opposition, signaling a deep rift within the nation's political landscape. Addressing members of parliament, Ousmane Sonko underscored that this constitutional reform is the culmination of over a decade of intensive political deliberation. This extensive work was informed by the outcomes of national dialogues and the dedicated efforts of various expert commissions. ...

The PSG transfer window is set to be lively, both in terms of arrivals and departures. While the capital club intends to strengthen this summer, other players could leave the ship. Bradley Barcola is reportedly considering packing his bags. And a rift with Luis Enrique makes his transfer entirely possible.The PSG transfer market has heated up in recent days. In search of reinforcements after their second consecutive Champions League title, the capital club has begun advancing its moves on the cases of Yan Diomandé and Maghnes Akliouche. But at the same time, some players could leave the ship this summer. This is particularly the case of Bradley Barcola, who could pack his bags. The 23-year-old winger is reportedly not indifferent to interest from Liverpool. And a rift with Luis Enrique mak...

Paris Saint-Germain is heading into a busy transfer window, with both arrivals and departures on the horizon. The French champions are set to part ways with Kang-In Lee, as the 25-year-old midfielder prepares to join Atlético Madrid. This move could gain momentum following South Korea's recent elimination from the 2026 World Cup. The transfer market at PSG is heating up. The Parisian club is actively pursuing deals for players like Yan Diomandé and Maghnes Akliouche. Meanwhile, several squad members are edging closer to exits, most notably Kang-In Lee. The South Korean international believes he is ready for a new challenge away from the Rouge-et-Bleu. The 25-year-old attacking midfielder is seeking more consistent playing time and appears headed to Atlético Madrid. 2026 World Cup exit t...