Gabon Authorities Cite Security in Nationwide Social Media Shutdown

Authorities in Gabon suspended social media platforms on Wednesday, leaving tens of thousands of users in a sudden digital communications lockdown. Government’s Justification Officials defended the ban as necessary to preserve social cohesion, political stability, and national security. Speaking to Africanews, analyst Marie-Noelle Ada Meyo suggested the move could spark…

ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo Calls for Unity and Dialogue

The newly appointed Orange Democratic Union (ODM) Secretary General, Catherine Nakhabi Omanyo, has urged party members to embrace unity, consistency, and dialogue, stressing that internal differences should not undermine the institution’s core values. Upholding ODM Principles Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV on Thursday, Omanyo emphasized that while democracy…

Gabon Opposition and Businesses Condemn Social Media Suspension

Opposition politicians and businesses in Gabon have voiced strong criticism following the government’s decision to suspend access to several social media platforms. HAC Announcement On Tuesday, the High Authority for Communication (HAC) announced restrictions on services including Instagram and YouTube, citing concerns that online posts were fueling conflict and division.…

Fred Matiang’i Demands Transparency in Opposition Flag Bearer Selection

Jubilee Party presidential candidate Dr. Fred Matiang’i has declared that he will not accept any decision by the opposition coalition on its presidential flag bearer unless the process is free, transparent, and inclusive. Coalition Dynamics Matiang’i’s bid for State House received a significant boost after the Party of National Unity…

Government Clears KSh 177 Billion Road Contractor Bills, Paving Way for Infrastructure Revival

Kenya’s government has announced the clearance of all pending bills owed to road contractors, amounting to KSh 177 billion, a backlog that had stalled projects since 2020. A Major Breakthrough Deputy President Kithure Kindiki confirmed the development, noting that the settlement of arrears has unlocked the resumption of construction across…