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T he rising prices of school supplies in Gabon have emerged as a pressing issue for parents, placing a significant financial burden on families and hindering their ability to afford essential educational materials for their children. This situation is especially dire for low-income households who are already grappling with financial difficulties. A school in Gabon In recent years, the cost of school supplies has seen a substantial increase. For instance, a 200-page notebook, once priced at 500 francs (80 cents), now commands a much higher cost. Ndoumba, a 38-year-old pharmacist, has expressed concern, stating that today, with 30,000 CFA francs (45 euros, $48), one can only purchase three or four notebooks. This issue is not unique to Gabon, as other African countries also confront the escalating prices of school supplies. The escalating expenses associated with school supplies have become a primary source of anxiety for parents who are struggling to provide their children with the basi...

T he G77+China summit, which is currently taking place in New York, has called for a more just and equitable international economic system. The summit is a gathering of developing countries, including China, aimed at promoting cooperation and solidarity among the Global South. The summit has been held annually since 1964 and has become an important platform for developing countries to voice their concerns and demands on the global stage.                                 Global South leaders demand end of 'plundering international order    The theme of this year's summit is "Building a more equitable and sustainable world: the role of the Group of 77 and China in the post-pandemic recovery." The summit is taking place at a time when the world is facing multiple challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and growing inequality. The summit is an opportunity for developing countries to...

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have signed a security pact aimed at strengthening their cooperation in the fight against terrorism and other security threats in the Sahel region. The pact was signed on September 16, 2023, by the military juntas of the three countries, which have all experienced political instability and insecurity in recent years. The pact is seen as a significant step towards improving regional security and stability in the Sahel.         Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso sign Sahel security pact.   The Sahel region is a vast area of semi-arid land that stretches across West and Central Africa, from Senegal to Sudan. It is one of the poorest and most fragile regions in the world, with high levels of poverty, food insecurity, and political instability. The region has also been plagued by a growing threat from terrorism and other forms of violent extremism, which have been fueled by a range of factors, including poverty, weak governance, and ethnic and...