Apart from large shops and other establishments that comply with public health regulations, in markets, neighbourhood shops or on street corners, baby nappies, which should be part of the body care assortment, do not appear to meet hygiene standards

Armel Silvère Dongou, responsible in the government for raising bond funds on the regional markets, fled the country last month; he is the focus of an investigation by the Brazzaville public prosecutor's office into embezzlement

First-ever Congo Energy & Investment Forum was held on 25-26 March, one of Africa's largest energy events to date, connecting project developers with regulators and policymakers; in the wake of its success, 2nd edition was announced for 10-12 March 2026

Government officials from Brazzaville and Antananarivo, Madagascar, met for a reforestation operation, planting 3.000 trees, on the occasion of African Environment Day celebrated on 3 March

Houses on stilts have been gaining popularity, in Makotimpoko, in the flood-prone highlands, as they offer a sustainable option for housing