ECOWAS boosts Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games with $300,000 support
In a significant show of support for youth empowerment and global sportsmanship, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)...
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Liberian ex-warlord Prince Johnson dies at 72
Former Liberian warlord Prince Johnson, a key player in the 1989-2003 back-to-back civil wars, died Thursday aged 72, officials from...
Gomez inaugurates Kanilai TVET Centre, empowers Gambian youth for future
In a significant stride towards youth empowerment and skills development, the Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, Professor...
Africa’s incoming health boss Dr Faustine Ndugulile dies aged 55
The incoming regional director of the World Health Organization in Africa, Tanzania’s Dr Faustine Ndugulile, has died, just three months...
Libya’s new oil and gas licensing round presents investment opportunities
Libya’s Ministry of Oil and Gas has confirmed plans for a new oil and gas licensing round by early 2025,...
Tinubu France visit highlights renewed focus on anglophone Africa
President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a two-day state visit to France, marking the first such visit by...
South Africa declares national disaster amid deadly foodborne illness outbreak
South Africa declares national disaster amid deadly foodborne illness outbreak The South African government has declared the recent surge in...
MoHERST host Erasmus+ National Information Day in The Gambia
Today, the Honourable Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, Professor Pierre Gomez, presided over the Erasmus+ National Information...
Floods devastate Pacharr rice fields, farmers appeal to President Barrow for urgent support
A catastrophic flood has wreaked havoc on the Pacharr rice fields, leaving farmers in Jahally Pacharr grappling with significant losses....
ECOWAS delegation engages key stakeholders ahead of regional resilience strategy meeting in Abidjan
In preparation for the upcoming Hybrid Meeting of Experts and Ministers on the Regional Resilience Strategy for West Africa, slated...
Motorists in Nigeria switch to gas to cut fuel costs, pollution
Motorists in the federal republic of Nigeria, with its abundant natural gas reserves, are embracing a new era in transportation....
Gambia education minister Professor Pierre Gomez to drive vocational training, global partnerships
The Gambia, the Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology, Professor Pierre Gomez, has unveiled transformative plans to close...
Sahel nations unite through culture, music in anti-imperialism move
Thousands of citizens from Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso gathered in Niamey, Niger’s capital, this week to celebrate their shared...
ECOWAS strengthens business empowerment, regional integration through trade fair
The ECOWAS Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering businesses and advancing regional integration by actively participating in the second...
CEDEAO meets experts in Accra to update regional infrastructure master plan
A crucial consultative meeting dedicated to updating the Regional Infrastructure Master Plan (PDIR) of the ECOWAS commenced on November 21,...
MoHERST strengthens implementation of National Open Distance Learning policy for higher education
MoHERST strengthens implementation mechanism for National Open Distance Learning Policy for Higher Education The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science...
Ecowas, Guinea launch national coordination centre for early warning and security response
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Republic of Guinea officially launched the National Coordination Centre for...
Egyptian teenage sensation Amina Orfi makes squash history
The athlete defeated the women’s world number three and compatriot Hania El Hammamy to win gold at the VITAGEN Singapore...
Environmentalists prepare for South Korea conference on pollution
Ugandan environmentalists are urging the global community to adopt a robust stance on plastic pollution as the world gears up...
International Finance Corporation extends partnership with CIB to strengthen Egypt’s financial sector, small businesses
International Finance Corporation has announced a financing package for Egypt's leading private sector bank, CIB, to bolster its capital position...
Gambia: Mayor Malick-Lowe inaugurates lifesaving borehole for women in Bajana Village
In a significant milestone for women in Bajana Village, Foni, Mayor Rohey Malick-Lowe has inaugurated a vital new borehole to...
Southern African Catholic Bishops emphasize peaceful dialogue during Mozambique solidarity visit
The Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC) recently concluded a meaningful solidarity visit to Mozambique, emphasizing the Church’s commitment to...
Gambia, Nigeria unite for cultural diplomacy through music, others
The vibrant cultural ties between Gambia, known as the "Smiling Coast of Africa," and Nigeria, the "Giant of Africa," were...
British Prime Minister set to visit Saudi Arabia to strengthen ties
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is scheduled to visit Saudi Arabia next month as part of his government’s efforts to...
Tanzania opposition leader Freeman Mbowe arrested ahead of local polls
Freeman Mbowe, one of Tanzania's most prominent opposition figures and chairman of the Chadema party, was arrested on November 22,...
China’s Xi visits Morocco, meets with crown prince
Chinese President Xi Jinping made a short visit to Morocco on Thursday, according to state media from both countries. Xi...
Foundation supports best graduating student from Togo with N2.7m award
Amaobi Precious, the best graduating student of Global Wealth University, Lomé, Togo, has been awarded 1 million CFA (approximately N2.7...
Senegal, Russia forge stronger ties in pursuit of Sahel stability, global peace
In a powerful step toward reinforcing international alliances, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye shared details of his "very rich and...
Senegal: Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party secures historic election victory
Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party won a landslide victory in Senegal’s November 17 legislative elections, securing 130 out of 165 parliamentary...
Congo opposition leaders call for protests against Tshisekedi’s proposed Constitutional reforms
Leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s main opposition parties have called for nationwide protests against President Felix Tshisekedi’s plans...
Top 10 longest bridges in Africa
Bridges are more than engineering marvels; they are lifelines that connect people, communities, and economies. Across Africa, these structures signify...
Ghana,Gambia collaborate to launch free roaming services
Ghana and The Gambia are collaborating to implement a free roaming initiative aimed at improving digital connectivity across West Africa....
Zambia unveils artificial intelligence strategy to drive digital transformation
Zambia has launched a groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy aimed at accelerating the country's digital transformation, enhancing public services, and...
Mali: Civilian PM sacked after criticizing junta, cabinet dismissed
Mali A decree was read on national television by the secretary-general of the presidency . Alfouseyni Diawara read the 3-article...
Abidjan-Lagos corridor nations, partners commit to $6.8B investment in strategic sectors
Technical experts, engineers, sector experts and experts from the ECOWAS Commission and Agencies, development partners, together with representatives from the...
President Barrow presents millions of dalasis chaques to youth, women venturing in agriculture
On the second day of the 2024 Meet the People’s Tour in the North Bank Region, President Adama Barrow held...
Guinea Bissau marks triple historic milestones celebration
...of 51st Independence Anniversary, 60th Anniversary of the Armed Forces, and Centenary of Amilcar Cabral. The triple celebration, which reflects...
UN faces US resistance on Gaza ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution demanding “an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in Gaza,...
German FM Baerbock stops in Yerevan ahead of COP29
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock made a brief but significant stopover in Yerevan on Tuesday en route to Baku for...
Nigeria launches delayed Mpox vaccination campaign
Nigeria commenced its long-awaited Mpox vaccination programme on Monday, prioritizing healthcare workers and individuals with compromised immune systems. The vaccination...
EU pledges $96 million to Cameroon to boost infrastructure, foster investment
The European Union (EU) has committed to lending $96 million to Cameroon over the next three years, aiming to enhance...
Cop29: Delegates focus on securing substantial climate finance for developing nations
Efforts to secure meaningful financial support for developing nations are taking center stage at the United Nations Climate Change Conference...
Uganda to host 9th annual Antimicrobial Resistance conference
Uganda is set to commemorate World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week by hosting the 9th Annual Antimicrobial Resistance Conference at...
Ghana overtakes Nigeria in U.S. visa overstay rates, new report reveals
A recent U.S. government report has revealed a significant shift in the visa overstay patterns for African nationals, with Ghana...
ECOWAS develops e-learning platform to empower West African farmers with agricultural knowledge
The ECOWAS Commission has taken a major step to bridge agricultural knowledge gaps by hosting a five-day workshop in Lagos,...
Senegal’s legislative elections position Faye’s Pastef party for victory
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Pastef party is poised for a major victory in Senegal’s legislative elections, setting the stage for...
Gambia hosts ECOWAS competition committee to chart regional market growth
The ECOWAS Consultative Competition Committee (CCC) held its 9th statutory meeting in Banjul, The Gambia, from November 12 to 15,...
ECOWAS boosts TVET in Togo to drive youth employability, economic growth
The ECOWAS Department of Human Development and Social Affairs has launched a three-day workshop in Lomé, Togo, to enhance the...
Eagles will go for victory against Rwanda – Eguavoen
Despite having secured their 2025 AFCON ticket and Group D top spot before the last round of qualifying matches, the...
Senegalese citizens head to the polls in peaceful legislative elections
On Sunday, November 17, 2024, over 7 million Senegalese voters participated in a pivotal democratic process to elect 165 deputies...