Josh Weiner
Raïssa Sylvana Oyeasseko, co-publisher of the newspaper Échos du Nord and a philosophy teacher, is set to receive the AEBS Excellence and Leadership Award 2026.
This special honor recognizes her unwavering commitment to press freedom and responsible, ethical reporting. Based in Libreville, Gabon, Oyeasseko’s career sits at the vital intersection of journalism, education, and civic engagement. In her role as co-publisher, she manages the paper with rigor, a deep sense of responsibility, and a natural ability to unite her team around a strong editorial vision.
As a philosophy teacher, she infuses her journalism with critical reflection, ethics, and a high standard for quality information. Her dedication to a free, independent, and accountable press drives her active interest in protecting the right to information and strengthening capacity building for journalists. Through various professional and civic initiatives, she works to ensure journalism remains a powerful and constructive tool for public debate. For Oyeasseko, informing the public is a duty that requires strict verification, clarity, and a constant effort to build a better-informed society. Her management style emphasizes collective effort and editorial accountability, giving her career a profound professional and civic dimension.
To honor her impactful work, the organizing committee of the African Emirati Business Summit will present her with the award during a gala dinner in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on November 25, 2026. Through this distinction, the AEBS shines a spotlight on African leaders whose work strengthens democratic life and drives continental development. Raïssa Sylvana Oyeasseko’s journey stands as a powerful reminder of the essential role played by an independent, rigorous press that remains closely connected to societal realities.
