The African Tribune

Afrique Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana unite for a sustainable cocoa economy The presidents of Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana reaffirm their commitment to building a sustainable cocoa economy, addressing global and climatic challenges. — 2 min de lecture Partager At the high-level sum...

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The frontier between Bénin and Niger is poised for a potential reopening, concluding over two years of near-total closure. Recent reports from Cotonou and Niamey confirm that authorities from both nations are engaged in technical discussions aimed at restoring the flow of goods and people along the vital route connecting Cotonou's port to the landlocked regions of the central Sahel. This development unfolds amidst a shifting regional diplomatic landscape, marked by Niger's departure from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and its alignment with the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) alongside Mali and Burkina Faso.Economic Strain on Both NationsThe border closure, initiated following the July 26, 2023 coup against President Mohamed Bazoum, was initially part of ECOWAS sanct...

On June 16, Hassan Adoum Younousmi, the Director General of Chad's Downstream Petroleum Sector Regulatory Authority (ARSAT), held a significant meeting in Algiers. He was received by Mohamed Arkab, the Algerian Minister of State for Hydrocarbons, at the ministry's headquarters. Key aides from both officials were also present, highlighting the importance of this high-level engagement. This audience aimed to further solidify Algeria-Chad cooperation and review the progress of recently established bilateral agreements. Central to the discussions were critical aspects of the downstream petroleum sector, including the robust regulation of activities, the strategic development of energy infrastructure, refining capabilities, efficient storage solutions, and the comprehensive distribution of petr...

In Côte d'Ivoire, over a thousand electric vehicles are now actively on the roads. These silent, fuel-free cars are particularly dominant in the Vehicle for Hire (VTC) sector, offering significant operational savings. However, despite this growing adoption, several hurdles remain: a high initial purchase price, an insufficient number of charging stations, and a strong reliance on imports. Publicité ...