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Gabon’s SEEG restores services after unprecedented cyberattack
7Aug By Fati SeyniNo Comments
Tech

Gabon’s SEEG restores services after unprecedented cyberattack

The cyberattack on Gabon’s SEEG ranks among the most severe digital incidents to strike a public utility operator in Central Africa in recent years. In the early hours of June 14-15, 2026, the Société d’Énergie et d’Eau du Gabon (SEEG) suffered a catastrophic collapse of nearly 95% of its information systems—an event so devastating that company leadership described it as an act of sabotage. A progress update presented in Libreville on August 4 provided a clearer picture of the operational, technical, and financial fallout, while highlighting the slow but steady recovery efforts underway for nearly two months. Unprecedented digital sabotage targets Gabon’s national utility According to details released by SEEG, the attack simultaneously targeted multiple critical layers of its information ...
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Cppf embraces institutional investment transformation
7Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
Politics

Cppf embraces institutional investment transformation

The board of directors of the Caisse des Pensions et des Prestations Familiales (CPPF), which manages pension and family benefits for state employees, convened in Libreville on July 31 for its first ordinary meeting of 2026. Under the leadership of Jean Blaise Nguema Mba, the session addressed critical financial and strategic priorities, including the approval of the 2024 and 2025 fiscal reports and the implementation of new directives outlined by President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. During a national address delivered to Parliament in June 2026, the Head of State announced a sweeping reform aimed at reshaping the CPPF into a robust institutional investor. This initiative seeks to secure the long-term viability of Gabon’s public sector pension system while injecting fresh capital into ...
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Côte d’Ivoire’s robust growth celebrated by president ouattara
6Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
News

Côte d’Ivoire’s robust growth celebrated by president ouattara

The President of Côte d'Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, highlighted the nation's sustained economic momentum during his annual address to the nation on the eve of the 66th Independence Day celebrations. He emphasized that the country has maintained its development trajectory, boasting one of the highest annual growth rates in the region and globally, a testament to the resilience of its economic foundations. Ouattara underscored that such growth must translate into tangible improvements for citizens, noting that the government will intensify efforts to enhance access to clean water, electricity, healthcare, quality education, housing, and efficient public services. He also reaffirmed a commitment to prioritizing job creation, household purchasing power, and safeguarding vulnerable populations....
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Bénin’s first senate inaugurated with former president Patrice Talon as leader
6Aug By Fati SeyniNo Comments
Politics

Bénin’s first senate inaugurated with former president Patrice Talon as leader

Benin’s political landscape has taken a historic turn with the establishment of its first-ever Senate, a move authorized by a constitutional amendment ratified in November 2025. The reform aims to enhance political stability and governance across the nation.The newly formed Senate comprises 25 members, a mix of former heads of state who hold ex-officio seats and presidential appointees. This structure ensures continuity while integrating experienced leadership into the legislative process.Former President Patrice Talon, who served two consecutive terms from 2016 to 2026—the maximum allowed by Benin’s Constitution—has been elected to lead this institution. At 68, Talon expressed his commitment to fostering national unity, political stability, and democratic values during his acceptance spee...
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Parliamentary inquiry sparks questions over abdourahmane diouf’s role
6Aug By Fati SeyniNo Comments
Politics

Parliamentary inquiry sparks questions over abdourahmane diouf’s role

Over the past two years, Senegal’s Ministry of Higher Education has seen three leadership changes, starting with Abdourahmane Diouf, followed by Daouda Ngom, and currently under Boubacar Camara since June 1, 2026. Among the six parliamentary inquiry commissions slated for discussion during the extraordinary session convened on Monday, August 10, 2026, by the National Assembly, one stands out: the commission investigating irregularities in the procurement and execution of contracts under the ‘One Student, One Laptop’ program, managed by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation (MESRI) since 2017. The total financial commitment for this program is estimated at 48 billion CFA francs. A pressing question arises: does this inquiry indirectly target former minister Abdour...
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Tchad: new media training partnership launched by ISJCT and AMET
6Aug By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Tchad: new media training partnership launched by ISJCT and AMET

Chad Chad's media landscape gets a boost with ISJCT-AMET training partnership Chad's leading journalism institute partners with the national online media association to launch a transformative initiative aimed at elevating media standards through professional training and student internships. N'Djamena, August 6, 2026 – Chad's media sector is set for a major transformation with the signing of a groundbreaking partnership between the Institut Supérieur du Journalisme et de la Communication du Tchad (ISJCT) and the Association des Médias en Ligne du Tchad (AMET). This collaboration bridges the gap between academic training and professional media practice, laying the foundation for sustainable improvements in journalism standards across the country. The ...
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Senegal parliament session: sonko signs decree for extraordinary meeting
6Aug By Fati SeyniNo Comments
Politics

Senegal parliament session: sonko signs decree for extraordinary meeting

An extraordinary session of Senegal’s National Assembly has been officially convened for Monday, August 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., as confirmed by a decree signed by Assembly President Ousmane Sonko. The document, officially referenced as Order No. 192, outlines a tightly structured agenda in strict alignment with constitutional provisions (Article 63) and the Assembly’s internal regulations (Article 7). Key legislative texts to be reviewed The session will prioritize the examination of three major draft laws crucial to national policy and governance: Draft Law No. 15/2026: Proposes a comprehensive overhaul of the Labor Code, aiming to modernize employment regulations and reinforce workers' rights. Draft Law No. 16/2026: Introduces a new Social Security Code, designed to expand coverage ...
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Patrice Talon’s new role as Senate President reshapes Bénin’s political landscape
6Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
Politics

Patrice Talon’s new role as Senate President reshapes Bénin’s political landscape

The political history of Bénin reached a historic milestone on August 6, 2026, when the newly formed upper house of Parliament convened at the Palais des Gouverneurs in Porto-Novo. In a decisive move, legislators elected Patrice Talon—the former president who governed from 2016 to 2026—to lead the Senate, marking the nation’s first bicameral parliamentary era. With a decade of executive leadership behind him, Talon has defied expectations by re-entering the political arena not as a retired figure, but as a key institutional player, proving that in West Africa, the path after the presidency can lead back to the heart of governance. From Marina Palace to the Senate Chamber Talon’s election to the Senate presidency, secured with overwhelming support, represents the culmination of constitut...
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Patrice Talon takes senate leadership in Benin’s new political era
6Aug By Fati SeyniNo Comments
Politics

Patrice Talon takes senate leadership in Benin’s new political era

Just two months after completing his second presidential term, Patrice Talon has ascended to a new role at the helm of Benin’s upper legislative chamber. The former head of state was elected President of the Senate on August 6, 2026, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s evolving democratic framework. By Fati Seyni — Analyst
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Patrice Talon assumes senate presidency in a unifying speech
6Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
Politics

Patrice Talon assumes senate presidency in a unifying speech

Patrice Talon assumes senate presidency in a unifying speech In a historic moment for Benin’s political landscape, former President Patrice Talon has been elected as the first-ever president of the Senate, the upper chamber of the national Parliament. Addressing the newly sworn-in senators at the Palais des Gouverneurs in Porto-Novo, Talon emphasized the importance of unity, consensus, and shared responsibility in shaping the institution’s future. Celebrating a milestone for Benin’s democracy The election, held on August 6, 2026, marked a significant milestone as the Senate convened for the first time following its official installation on July 30. The Senate’s internal rules, approved by the Constitutional Court on August 3, now provide a solid foundation for its operations. Alongside ...
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Mali revamps defense and security framework for modern threats
6Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
Politics

Mali revamps defense and security framework for modern threats

Mali's bold step: a modernized defense and security architecture The Mali government has greenlit a sweeping reform of its defense and security framework, marking its first major overhaul in over two decades. This groundbreaking legislation, slated to replace the Law No. 04-051 of November 23, 2004, integrates interior security, cyberspace protection, and comprehensive crisis management into a unified national strategy. The reform was adopted by the National Transitional Council (NTC) in July 2026, signaling the country's commitment to adapting to evolving security challenges. General Daoud Aly Mohammedine, Minister of Security and Civil Protection, underscored the urgency of this update during his address to NTC members. He emphasized that two decades of application had revealed gaps in...
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Un warns of rising isis threat in Sahel and lake Chad region
6Aug By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Un warns of rising isis threat in Sahel and lake Chad region

The United Nations has raised the alarm over a persistent and escalating terrorist threat across Africa, with the Sahel and Lake Chad basin emerging as critical hotspots for the expansion of the Islamic State (ISIS) and its regional affiliates. This assessment comes from a newly released report by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, presented to the Security Council, highlighting that despite setbacks to ISIS’s central leadership, the group’s regional branches are growing stronger and more autonomous. According to the findings, the Sahel and Lake Chad region have become the primary zones where ISIS-linked factions are consolidating power, exploiting local vulnerabilities to expand their influence. The report underscores that these branches are increasingly operating with greater opera...
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