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Banjul, Gambia – In a bid to future-proof West Africa’s economic landscape, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) and the Competition and Consumer Product …
West Africa strengthens competition culture to secure digital economy Read More
The summer transfer window has kicked off with a seismic deal as Marc Cucurella departs Chelsea for Real Madrid, a move finalized at a reported fee of €60 million including …
Marc Cucurella joins Real Madrid from Chelsea in surprising summer move Read More
In the face of escalating terrorist violence across the Sahel, Abidjan has underscored the urgent need for collective action. The recent surge in attacks has exposed the vulnerabilities of coastal …
Côte d’Ivoire calls for regional unity against Sahel terrorism Read More
A landmark meeting at the Eurosatory 2026 defense exhibition in Paris has set the stage for a new chapter in Côte d’Ivoire and France’s enduring strategic alliance. On June 17, …
Ivorian and French leaders strengthen strategic partnership at Eurosatory 2026 Read More
Economy Gabon takes bold step to reclaim its maritime wealth By Editor-in-Chief June 17, 2026 208 No comment Libreville, June 17, 2026 – With the expiry of its sustainable fishing …
Gabon takes bold step to reclaim its maritime wealth Read More
The economic hub of Cotonou is hosting a pivotal gathering from June 17 to 19, 2026, as West Africa’s top justice officials convene for the second meeting of the National …
High-level ECOWAS justice meeting in Cotonou strengthens regional legal compliance Read More
united nations backs Morocco’s Sahara sovereignty with global support Forty nations reaffirmed their backing for Morocco’s territorial integrity in the Sahara region during the 62nd session of the UN Human …
United nations backs Morocco’s Sahara sovereignty with global support Read More
At a high-level summit focused on the Ivory Coast-Ghana Cocoa Initiative, held on June 16, 2026, the leaders of both nations reaffirmed their shared commitment to fostering a sustainable cocoa …
Ivory Coast and Ghana join forces for sustainable cocoa economy Read More
A significant shift has emerged in Senegal’s political landscape following Ibrahima Diam Sow’s departure from Pastef, the party led by Ousmane Sonko. The move, centered in the Podor region, underscores …
Political shake-up as pastef loses key member in Senegal Read More
Government targets widespread use of harmful cosmetics In a decisive move to safeguard public health, the government of Bénin has imposed a blanket ban on the sale and distribution of …
Benin launches crackdown on skin-lightening products Read More
Border patrol operations in northern Benin have yielded a significant result. On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, police officers stationed at the Okpara bridge checkpoint in the Kassouala district intercepted a …
Border security breakthrough as 24 migrants stopped in Kassouala Read More
In a decisive move to safeguard the national supply of seafood, the Gabonese government has imposed a temporary ban on the export of sardine (Ethmalosa fimbriata) and the locally known …
Gabon bans sardine and ‘sans nom’ fish exports to protect local supply Read More