Congo-Brazzaville presidential election set for 22 March 2026 With the presidential election scheduled for 22 March 2026, political debate in the Republic of the Congo is intensifying as parties, institutions and civil society actors position themselves for what will be a decisive moment in the national calendar. The vote, which…

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Economy

Africa growth forecast 2026–2027: modest acceleration Africa is expected to regain a measure of economic momentum over the next two years, with average growth projected to edge up to 4.0% in 2026 and 4.1% in 2027, compared with an estimated 3.9% in 2025. These projections are presented in a United…

Environment

Government restates: existing levies, new discipline Standing before reporters after his traditional first-Saturday inspection of Brazzaville’s busiest arteries, Minister of Urban Sanitation, Local Development and Road Maintenance Juste Désiré Mondélé offered an unequivocal reassurance: “No new tax has been established. Our task is to organise, not to burden,” he said,…

Health

Italy–Congo Health Cooperation Under the Mattei Plan Brazzaville’s southern health corridor has received a significant boost with the inauguration of a new intensive care unit at Makélékélé Hospital, described as the largest hospital serving the southern zone of the Congolese capital. The development is presented as one practical outcome of…