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Published on 02:52 GMT

Why Gabon's coup leader is bucking a trend by embracing democracy

ShareSave Little more than 19 months after the bloodless coup that brought an end to more than five decades of rule by the Bongo family, the people of Gabon are about to head to the polls to choose a new head of state - bucking a trend that has seen …

Source: BBC - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Gabon will hold its first presidential election since the 2023 military coup

DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — The oil-rich central African nation of Gabon on Saturday will hold its first presidential election since… DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — The oil-rich central African nation of Gabon on Saturday will hold its first presidential election since a …

Source: WTOP - District Columbia - Neutral
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Gabon election challenger hits back at coup leaders

The top opposition candidate in Gabon’s presidential election challenged the eligibility of Brice Oligui Nguema in an interview with Reuters, saying the putschist-turned-frontrunner posed a threat to democracy. Nguema came to power in the August 2023 coup …

Source: SABC News - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Key issues for investors in Gabon's presidential election

Nairobi: Voters in Gabon will go to the polls on Saturday in a presidential election as the country's junta leader seeks democratic legitimacy after taking power in a 2023 coup. WHO IS RUNNING IN THE ELECTION? Brice Oligui Nguema faces seven other …

Source: Zawya - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Gabon elects new president with junta chief frontrunner

Brice Oligui Nguema, throughout a truncated campaign, has sought to shed his military strongman image, tapping into social media dance trends while styling himself as the “candidate of the people”. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Gabon votes on Saturday ( …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Gabon: Five things to know

Gabon, a small oil-rich but heavily indebted central African country, elects a new president on Saturday after 19 months of interim rule by military leaders who seized power in a coup. Here are five key facts about the country: The Bongos Strongman Brice …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Gabon's sole train on tricky track to modernity

Through dense equatorial rainforest the train steamed ahead along Gabon's sole railway line, a vital yet unreliable cog shuttling minerals, people and timber -- as well as the odd coffin -- across the country. "We're forced to take the train. …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Oil-Rich Gabon Vows Revamp After 55 Years Of Plunder And Waste

After decades of suffering what a government minister called “financial evaporation”, oil-rich Gabon badly needs to revamp crucial infrastructure and diversify its economy but is heavily indebted. The small central African country holds presidential …

Source: Channels TV - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Commonwealth observers prepare for pivotal Gabon presidential election

The Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) has arrived in Libreville, Gabon for the nation’s first presidential election since the unconstitutional transfer of power in August 2023. Gabon is due to go to the polls on 12 April 2025 – a crucial milestone in the …

Source: Blueprint Newspapers Limited - Label Pending
Published on Apr 8, 2025

From absolute rule to democracy: Gabon set to hold its first election since its coup

Since ending the 56-year reign of the Bongo family rule over the West African state of Gabon, Brice Oligui Nguema, has held power under an authoritarian rule. In light of this, the country's first presidential election in two years will take place on …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Niat tops list of 10 oldest senate presidents in Africa

The latest data from International Parliamentary Union (IPU) reveal the oldest Senate presidents in Africa. Senators serve as stabilising forces in the political landscape, and often, the leaders of these chambers are individuals with decades of experience …

Source: Cameroon Concord News - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Gabon to vote in first presidential election since 2023 coup

By Gerauds Obangome LIBREVILLE (Reuters) - Gabon holds a presidential election on Saturday, the first since a 2023 coup ended the Bongo family's 56-year dynasty and which the country's new military rulers hope will legitimise and cement their hold …

Source: The Gazette - Colorado - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2025

In Myanmar and beyond, the complex role of elections in post-conflict states

In a significant diplomatic development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Myanmar’s junta chief, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, during the BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok in April 2025. Modi stressed the urgent need to restore democratic processes in …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Shoppers are stocking up on five grocery items before prices skyrocket from tariffs

AMERICAN consumers are rapidly stocking up on select grocery items as concerns over skyrocketing prices continue. Severe global reciprocal tariff policies from the Trump administration tax goods on imports from at least 90 countries. 1 Shoppers are quickly …

Source: The U.S. Sun - Right-wing
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Spain strengthens maritime ties with Ghana as patrol vessel ‘Relámpago’ docks at Sekondi Naval Base

In a significant boost to maritime security and international cooperation, a Spanish Navy patrol vessel Relámpago docked at the Sekondi Naval Base on April 8 as part of the European Union’s Coordinated Maritime Presence (CMP) in the Gulf of Guinea. The …

Source: Joy FM - Label Pending
Published on Apr 9, 2025

McDonald’s, Wendy’s & 5 other popular fast food chains may soon hike prices – see if your favorite will take a hit

FAST food lovers could be facing even higher prices at their favorite chains in the coming months. With President Trump’s "Liberation Day" tariffs now in effect, popular chains are looking at price hikes that could hit your wallet hard. 2 …

Source: The U.S. Sun - Right-wing
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Made in Sri Lanka, Taxed in America, and Failed by the IMF

’America first’ or economic fallout? Unpacking Trump’s tariff war Trump’s decision to impose sweeping tariffs, even on ‘friendly countries’ like Sri Lanka, is best understood through the lens of right-wing populism and the structural crisis of U.S. …

Source: CADTM - Left-wing
Published on Apr 7, 2025

We’ve “the opportunity to write a new history”: Gabon’s Catholic Bishops on Imminent Presidential Poll, Emphasize Peace

“Transparency in the organization of elections is therefore a fundamental principle to avoid any manipulation of the results. The social doctrine of the Church recalls that the respect for the dignity of the human person is at the heart of political life,” …

Source: ACI Africa - Label Pending
Published on Apr 9, 2025

Mapped: How China Overtook the U.S. in Global Trade (2000–2024)

Visualizing the Rise of China in Global Trade (2000–2024) This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. The imposition of tariffs by …

Source: Visual Capitalist - Neutral

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 23:45 GMT

Deputy President Paul Mashatile leads 32nd Chris Hani Commemoration, 10 Apr

As part of his delegated responsibility to foster social cohesion and champion nation building initiatives across South Africa, Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile will on Thursday, 10 April 2025, lead the 32nd Commemoration of the late liberation …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 00:38 GMT

Senate Committee on Environment & Public Works Democrats, SEEC, House Energy & Commerce Democrats Lead Colleagues in ...

Washington, D.C. – Today, environmental champions in the House and Senate—including Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW); Senator Edward J. Markey, senior member of EPW; Senators …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 02:17 GMT

Armstrong meets with President Trump, thanks him for executive orders supporting coal, energy stability

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today met with President Donald Trump at the White House, thanking him for the executive orders he signed Tuesday to lift burdensome Biden-era federal restrictions on coal-fired power plants and strengthen the …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Prototek Promotes Tracy Booth to Vice President of Quality & Compliance

Prototek, an on-demand CNC, sheet metal fabrication, and 3D printing service, announces Tracy Booth's promotion to Vice President of Quality and Compliance. CONTOOCOOK, NH, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prototek Digital …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

The Health Equity Collaborative Releases “Profiles in Courage” Report Highlighting Healthcare Champions in Congress

WASHINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Health Equity Collaborative (HEC), a community of dozens of national, public health, patient advocacy, civil rights, and multicultural organizations, released a new report …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 19:54 GMT

TravelingWiki Search Interest Now Exceeding Searches for Former US Presidents; Jonathan Sutter Compared to Obama & FDR

Travelingwiki to Grow from Work with JCC, YMCAs and Beyond to Support Neurodiverse Youth Across Society DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- To commemorate the upcoming California state approval of Jonathan Sutter, …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 00:38 GMT

Congressional Energy and Environment Lawmakers Lead Bicameral Letter Signed by 180 Members of Congress to Oppose EPA’s ...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW); the leaders of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC), including Co-Chairs Reps. Doris Matsui, …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 20:25 GMT

Argon & Co Welcomes Neal Solomon as Senior Vice President

Company continues growth initiative by adding key senior position. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Argon & Co, a global management consultancy specializing in operations strategy and transformation, is …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 03:15 GMT

From India’s Youngest CEO to Congressman in PM Justin Sun's Liberland: Mr. KEY's Leadership Evolution

Blockchain Expert Mr. KEY reaches a significant milestone as he joins Liberland’s legislative body to support its goal of establishing a decentralised nation DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From becoming India’s …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Assemblywoman Rosy Bagolie Delivers Powerful Speech Defending Democracy, Education, and Justice

Before thousands braving wind and rain at Saturday’s HandsOff! Rally, Bagolie condemns tyranny and warns: “A united country can never be torn apart.” MONTCLAIR, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Braving cold, wind, and …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on April 9, 2025 - 18:54 GMT

Budget Resolution Would Permanently Worsen Poverty for California Children and Families

PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- News reports indicate that the House intends to vote on the budget resolution today, a budget resolution which includes instructions to make trillions in cuts to healthcare, …

Distribution channels: Education, Human Rights ...
Published on April 9, 2025 - 17:27 GMT

California Governor Candidate Sharifah Hardie Calls for SEC Oversight Reform Following Punch TV Studios Legal Battle

Sharifah Hardie demands SEC reform after Punch TV Studios endures 7 year investigation with no charges; calls for oversight and accountability. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California gubernatorial candidate …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 01:44 GMT

OSCE helps keep soft targets safe from terrorism through interagency co-operation in Turkmenistan

From schools and places of worship to shopping malls, any public place can become a target for terrorists and violent extremists. To enhance the protection of these soft targets, practitioners from over twenty Turkmen government agencies came together for …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Kloud9 Among the First Managed Service Providers in the World to Earn Prestigious CMMC Certification

Kloud 9, a premier provider of information technology and cybersecurity services successfully earned a perfect score and certificate under the CMMC program. CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kloud9, a premier provider of …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on April 9, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Woodbury University Announces Commencement Speakers for 2025 Ceremony

Celebrating Public Service, Entrepreneurial Excellence, Design Innovation, and Architectural Leadership BURBANK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Woodbury University is proud to announce its distinguished lineup of commencement …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

Los Angeles County Bar Association Signs Amicus Brief Supporting Perkins Coie

The association's joint filing supports law firm’s motion for summary judgement in response to an executive order targeting the firm. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) has …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 00:15 GMT

Global Policy Advisors credits market insight of Bessent and Lutnick in tariff reversal

NEW YORK, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to President Trump’s decision to reverse course on his administration’s tariff policy, Global Policy Advisors LLC today credited key leaders, notably Scott Bessent and Howard Lutnick, for playing a …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Politics ...
Published on April 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

The Health Equity Collaborative Releases “Profiles in Courage” Report Highlighting Healthcare Champions in Congress

WASHINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Health Equity Collaborative (HEC), a community of dozens of national, public health, patient advocacy, civil rights, and multicultural organizations, released a new report …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 20:02 GMT

Trump’s whirlwind of uncertainty and chaos hits the global economy and the Middle East

US President Donald Trump surprised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by publicly announcing “direct” talks between the United States and Iran set to take place later this week. Netanyahu was visiting the White House on Monday, April 7. His meeting …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on April 9, 2025 - 07:58 GMT

HUMAN RIGHTS IN FOCUS: COMMUNITY LEADERS URGE VIGILANCE AND ETHICAL OVERSIGHT

Recent Reviews and Investigations Highlight the Need for Responsible Representation in Advocacy Groups KUALA LUMPUR, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Muslim community has consistently shown compassion and …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 06:43 GMT

Virtually Priceless Artwork Collection Discovered by Smithsonian Marks a Defining Moment in Saito Kiyoshi’s Career

Smithsonian Announces Discovery of Saito's Artworks, Revealing Key Historical Figures in Japan's History VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In 2024, a damaged study by artist Graham Sutherland of …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 06:13 GMT

Voting Trends ahead of Australia Federal Election in May

Ahead of Federal Election, Poll conducted and commissioned to QuestionPro Shows High Levels of Dissatisfaction... SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Australia gears up for the upcoming Federal Election in May, data …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 16:19 GMT

With the support of the European Union, OSCE strengthens operational planning capabilities of senior Tajik border ...

Under Phase 3 of the European Union-funded “Stabilization of Tajikistan's Southern Border Region with Afghanistan” project, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe successfully concluded a three-week Organisation of Border Security course for senior …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 16:19 GMT

OSCE trains Gender-Sensitive Police Units and Public Order Protection Department staff in Tajikistan to enhance response ...

From 8 to 9 April 2025 the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, in co-operation with the Public Order Protection Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Tajikistan, organized a two-day training for 21 police officers, including the staff of the …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 16:18 GMT

Spain holds closing meeting as Chair of OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation

Spain held its closing plenary meeting as Chair of the OSCE’s Forum for Security Co-operation (FSC) on 9 April. Over the past four months, Cristóbal Valdés, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Spain to the OSCE chaired the weekly FSC meetings in …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 16:18 GMT

OSCE Presence supports SPAK Task Force to prevent and investigate electoral crimes

As part of its efforts to support the Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), on 9 April 2025, the OSCE Presence in Albania donated several sets of IT equipment to enhance SPAK’s newly-established Task Force’s capacities in …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 15:46 GMT

aequum Responds to Federal Layoffs Threatening Enforcement of the No Surprises Act

CLEVELAND, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- aequum LLC, a tech-driven, cost containment company serving more than 425 self-insured health plans and their participants in all 50 states, today issued a statement in response to ongoing staffing cuts at the …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 01:56 GMT

‘Ethical Fading,’ Women Investing Events Held at CSUF’s Center for Family Business Feature FEUSA President

FEUSA’s Pat Soldano Among Featured Speakers in April 18 Workshops Focused on Ethics and Women Investing in Security and Education (WISE) FULLERTON, CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two events, one a workshop on “Ethical …

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