French Guiana
In Kourou, French Guiana, a public finance deficit of 17.7 million euros weighs on the municipal election campaign despite a budgetary recovery in 2015. The city, reliant on the space industry, faces demographic decline and high unemployment. Seven lists are competing to succeed Mayor François Ringuet.
Reported by AI
A pirogue carrying seven people, including teachers, capsized on Saturday morning on the Maroni River near Grand-Santi in French Guiana. Three occupants were rescued, but four remain missing. Intensive searches are underway with helicopter and diver support.
January 22, 2026 17:56