Ali Bongo

Congo, Gabon
Denis Sassou-Nguesso reunites the Gabonese Democratic Party in Brazzaville

The Congolese head of state has brought together the two opposing camps vying for control of the PDG, the party founded by Omar Bongo and led by Ali Bongo. His grandson, and son of Omar Bongo, could eventually take control, preserving the family heritage.

Gabon
From Oyo to Haut-Ogooué, a princely wedding awaits Omar Denis Junior Bongo

The wedding of the grandson of Congolese President Denis Sassou-Nguesso and son of the late Gabonese head of state, Omar Bongo, will take place in Congo and then Gabon. A lavish and highly political event that will be attended by several heads of state.

Palace Intrigues
Donald Trump, Ali Bongo, Tidjane Thiam

Intrigues big and small – every Thursday, Africa Intelligence takes a peek into the corridors of power in Africa and beyond.

AfricaThe cream of diplomacy on the continent meet in Washington for ‘Africa Day'

GabonAli Bongo's new London life

Ivory CoastTidjane Thiam's real estate manoeuvres

Gabon
Battle brewing to head Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema's cabinet

While the presidential office underwent a major reshuffle this month, the most strategic position is still occupied by Arthur Lemami. However, three people close to the head of state are vying to replace the chief of staff.

Gabon
Trump's Africa adviser discusses economy in Libreville

Massad Boulos, Trump's senior adviser for Africa, travelled to Libreville, Gabon for the inauguration of Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. He came with a US delegation to talk blue economy and rail investments.

Palace Intrigues
Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Faustin-Archange Touadéra, Yoweri Museveni

Intrigues big and small... Every Thursday, Africa Intelligence takes a peek into the corridors of power in Africa and beyond.

GabonBrice Clotaire Oligui Nguema's not-so-secret trip to Paris

Central AfricaThe misadventures of Faustin-Archange Touadéra with VistaJet

UgandaThe case within a case: the double life of Ayena Odongo, Dominic Ongwen's ousted lawyer

Gabon
The discreet service provider behind the Oligui taxis revealed

A total of 800 vehicles have been distributed as part of the 'One Young Person, One Taxi' programme launched by the transitional president. The operation's main contractor is Luxury Car, an import company based in Dubai.

The New Guard
Ivory Coast, Africa, Gabon

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

Ivory CoastHimra, a rapper courted by Ivorian elite

AfricaSandra Kassab, the new AFD head who's hit the ground running

GabonRose Ougoumeboué, discreet face of Nguema's election campaign

Gabon
Ex-Jean Ping adviser Michel Ongoundou Loundah set to run for president

After taking over the Réagir party at the end of January, he has embarked on a tour of the country ahead of a presidential bid.