Grassroots Momentum Shapes the Pre-electoral Climate The esplanade of Brazzaville’s Talangaï town hall offered a revealing snapshot of the political mood when the Association pour le Développement de l’Axe Liboka, …
Lucien Mabiala
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A continental mandate under Brazzaville’s stewardship When President Denis Sassou-Nguesso addressed the virtual session of the African Union Peace and Security Council on 24 July, he did so not merely …
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Setting the Stage in Kinkala When the municipal whistle blows on 27 July 2025, the Kinkala multisport arena will resonate with more than the chants of football aficionados. The announced …
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Diplomatic momentum ahead of the Paris vote With less than a year before the Executive Board in Paris convenes to nominate the next Director-General of UNESCO, Brazzaville has engaged in …
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Leadership Renewal and Institutional Memory In the chandelier-lit International Conference Hall of Brazzaville’s Palais des Congrès, the Association of Former Military Cadets of Congo entrusted a second mandate to its …
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A late-night blaze and immediate judicial traction The narrow streets of Talangaï, Brazzaville’s populous sixth arrondissement, still bear the acrid scent of burnt timber after the events of 14 July. …
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Ceremonial Diplomacy in the Palais des Congrès A measured hush preceded the resonant flourish of trumpets in Brazzaville’s Palais des Congrès as President Denis Sassou Nguesso placed the Grand-Croix sash …
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Southern African Capitals as Diplomatic Sounding Boards Maputo’s humid July evening offered the first stage for Brazzaville’s latest outreach, swiftly followed by daylight deliberations in Gaborone. By choosing Mozambique and …
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Pan-African Momentum Behind Brazzaville Diplomacy Seasoned observers of Central African statecraft have grown accustomed to the quiet persistence with which Brazzaville pursues multilateral influence. The current campaign on behalf of …
