The African Tribune

Foundation stone laid for N'Djamena power plant highlights Algeria-Chad cooperationChad's Prime Minister Allamaye Halina on Monday described the groundbreaking ceremony for a new power plant in N'Djamena as a transformative project that exemplifies the growing partnership between Algeria and Chad. The initiative, he said, reflects the positive momentum in bilateral cooperation and is set to bolster the country's energy infrastructure. By Fati Seyni — Analyst

BREAKING INITIATIVE Algeria invests in new 40 MW power plant in Chad Chad and Algeria have jointly initiated groundbreaking work on a 40-megawatt power plant in N’Djamena, fully funded by Algeria. The project, spearheaded by Sonelgaz International, aims to bolster Chad’s electricity supply while deepening economic and energy collaboration between the two nations, following the recent inauguration of a similar facility in Niger. Policy Monday, June 8, 2026 In a landmark ceremony held in N’Djamena, Chad and Algeria marked the official launch of a 40-megawatt power plant, entirely financed by Algeria. The event, attended by Chad’s Prime Minister Allah-Maye Halina and Algeria’s Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb, unveiled the "Algeria-Chad Solidarity Power Plant." Construction will be manage...

In Ouagadougou, stakeholders in the Burkinabè aquaculture sector gathered on June 8 to validate a series of strategic documents designed to provide a sustainable framework for the industry. This validation includes a comprehensive sector diagnosis, a defined investment pathway, and an operational guide, all intended to serve as a roadmap for both public policy and private investment in fish farming. This initiative is part of the regional Sahel RESILAND program, which aims to strengthen the resilience of Sahelian landscapes and the communities that depend on them. The program emphasizes sustainable land and water resource management, the restoration of fragile ecosystems, and the diversification of rural economic activities, with the ultimate goal of job creation and improving living condi...

Niamey, 8 June 2026 – The Nigerien Electricity Company (NIGELEC) announced on Monday that the disruptions in electricity supply affecting Dosso, Niamey, and Tillabéri are due to a technical incident on the Zone Fleuve power system. The company stated that its teams detected the failure at around 1:50 a.m. and immediately mobilised technical crews to gradually restore service as quickly as possible. While waiting for full restoration, NIGELEC said it has activated local generation units to reduce the impact of the outages on customers. The utility apologised for the inconvenience and assured that repair operations are ongoing. Cautious crisis communication Facing an urgent situation, NIGELEC management is trying to reassure bewildered customers while remaining cautious. Although the compan...

The week of 1 to 7 June 2026 was particularly eventful in Burkina Faso, covering a wide range of sectors including environment, economy, security, diplomacy, social affairs, sport and culture. On the environmental front, the mass fish die-off observed at Ouagadougou's dam n°3 drew significant attention. Laboratory tests carried out by the Ministry of Environment revealed high water acidity, elevated temperature and a severe lack of dissolved oxygen. According to the findings, this combination of factors led to massive suffocation of the fish. In the economic sphere, the Burkinabe media landscape expanded with the official launch of Banque Finance Magazine, a new outlet focused on economic and financial issues. At the same time, momentum around the Faso Mêbo initiative remains strong. Contr...

Screenshot from a Boko Haram video dated October 31, 2014. Abubakar Shekau, the sect leader, is in the center of the photo. On Sunday, June 7, a senator from Borno state and a youth organization leader announced that Boko Haram had freed over 400 individuals. The hostages had been abducted from the village of Ngoshe earlier this year. Samaila Kaigama, head of the Borno South Youth Alliance (Bosya), stated that 416 women and children kidnapped from Ngoshe regained freedom on Saturday. Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume of Borno state verified the release, though he noted the precise details of the operation remain unknown. Bosya, which acted as an intermediary between the abductors and the victims' relatives, did not disclose any additional information. There was no word on whether a ransom was pai...

The Prime Minister of Algeria, Sifi Ghrieb, has commenced an official visit to the Republic of Chad, mandated by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. This mission underscores the deepening ties of brotherhood and mutual cooperation between the two nations. The delegation accompanying the Prime Minister includes key figures such as the Minister of State for Hydrocarbons, Mohamed Arkab, the Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Mourad Adjal, and the Director-General of the Algerian Agency for International Cooperation and Solidarity Development, Abed Hallouz. Representatives from national enterprises specializing in hydrocarbons, energy, and electricity also form part of the entourage. arrival and reception in N'Djamena Upon landing at the international airport of N'Djamena, the Algerian ...