Thousands of teachers in Gabon have been on strike for the past six weeks, paralysing the school system.

It marks the first wave of social unrest under the rule of President Brice Oligui Nguema, who seized power in a military coup in August 2023.

The teachers are alleged to have been angered by a 10 year freeze on wages.

Now to discuss further the education system of Gabon and how the teachers strike has crippled the system and how is government responding to this, we speak to Yvan Disuly, Member of Gabon Civil Society and General Secretary of a Non Government Organisation - Avenir Africa.....

Thousands of teachers in Gabon have been on strike for the past six weeks, paralysing the school system.
It marks the first wave of social unrest under the rule of President Brice Oligui Nguema, who seized power in a military coup in August 2023.
The teachers are alleged to have been angered by a 10 year freeze on wages.
Now to discuss further the education system of Gabon and how the teachers strike has crippled the system and how is government responding to this, we speak to Yvan Disuly, Member of Gabon Civil Society and General Secretary of a Non Government Organisation - Avenir Africa.....

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Gabon Teachers Strike Paralyzes Schools Amid Wage Freeze Dispute

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The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly has concluded in Geneva following discussions on strengthening healthcare systems amid growing funding pressures, workforce shortages, and climate-related health threats. Held under the theme "Together for Health. Stand with Science," the Assembly focused on resilience, innovation, and inclusive leadership in global health. For African countries, the conversations come at a critical time as governments work to strengthen health systems and improve preparedness for future health emergencies. To reflect on the outcomes of the Assembly and what they mean for the continent, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Akhona Tshangela, Southern Africa Director at WomenLift Health.

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The African Union Commission has held a peace and security summit in Gabon. The two day summit was aimed at sharpening Africa's response to its most persistent conflicts. As the continent marks Africa day today,  63 years since the formation of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, the predecessor of the African Union - the continent continues to face ongoing conflicts and wars in the west and the Sahel regions. In Sudan the escalating civil war has led to a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. Peter Ndoro spoke to Gabon High Commissioner to South Africa, HE Rod Rembendamya

The African Union Commission has held a peace and security summit in Gabon. The two day summit was aimed at sharpening Africa's response to its most persistent conflicts. As the continent marks Africa day today, &nbsp;63 years since the formation of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, the predecessor of the African Union - the continent continues to face ongoing conflicts and wars in the west and the Sahel regions. In Sudan the escalating civil war has led to a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. Peter Ndoro spoke to Gabon High Commissioner to South Africa, HE Rod Rembendamya

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As we continue the conversation on the meaning of Africa Day, we turn our attention to the continent's young people. Africa today is home to one of the world's youngest populations, with millions of young people shaping conversations around innovation, governance, entrepreneurship, culture, education, and social change. For many young Africans, Africa Day is not only a celebration of the continent's liberation history and unity, but also an opportunity to reflect on the challenges and possibilities facing a new generation. To help us explore what Africa Day 2026 means to young Africans, we are joined by Public Policy Fellow At the Centre For Policy Analysis in Uganda, Akello Peace Merisha. Through her work in public policy and youth engagement, she brings valuable insight into how young Africans are viewing the continent's future and their role in shaping it.

Gabon Teachers Strike Paralyzes Schools Amid Wage Freeze Dispute

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