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World Bank Appoints Djibrilla Issa as Director for West Africa Operations

The World Bank has announced the appointment of Djibrilla Issa as its new Division Director for key West African countries, including Senegal, Mauritania, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, and The Gambia. In

Zambian Official Alleges ‘Sextortion’ in Politics Ahead of General Election

A senior government official in Zambia has raised alarm over allegations that some political parties ...

Pharma West Africa 2026 Set for Record Turnout with 250+ Exhibitors, 4,500 Visit...

Pharma West Africa 2026 Set for Record Turnout with 250+ Exhibitors, 4,500 Visitors Expected   ...

Iran Security Chief Larijani Reportedly Killed as Middle East Conflict Deepens

Iran’s top security figure, Ali Larijani, has reportedly been killed, according to Israel Katz, the ...

ECOWAS Moves to Establish Regional Open Data Framework to Strengthen Digital Gov...

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has taken a major step toward improving ...

Madagascar Appoints Anti-Corruption Chief as Prime Minister After Cabinet Dissolution

Madagascar has appointed its anti-corruption chief, Mamitiana Rajaonarison, as the country’s new prime minister just ...

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  Despite being one of Africa’s major oil producers, the Republic of the Congo continues ...

World Bank Approves $137m Programme to Expand Broadband, Digital Jobs in West Africa

The World Bank Group has approved a $137 million regional programme aimed at expanding broadband ...

Death Toll Rises to 64 as Landslides, Floods Devastate Southern Ethiopia

At least 64 people have been confirmed dead while dozens remain missing after devastating landslides ...

Middle East Crisis Threatens Shipping Routes to Nigeria, Raises Inflation Concerns

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s maritime sector have warned that the escalating crisis in the Middle East ...

South Africa Deploys Soldiers in Johannesburg to Combat Crime and Gang Violence

The South Africa government has deployed soldiers to the streets of Johannesburg as part of ...

Global Stakeholders to Drive West Africa’s Green Transition at WACEE 2026

Policymakers, investors, and industry leaders from across the region and beyond are set to gather ...

Air Peace Expands West Africa Network, Launches New Regional Flight Schedules April 1

Air Peace has announced an expansion of its regional flight operations across West Africa, unveiling ...

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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has taken a major step toward improving transparency and digital governance across the region by advancing plans ...

Madagascar Appoints Anti-Corruption Chief as Prime Minister After Cabinet Dissolution

World Bank Approves $137m Programme to Expand Broadband, Digital Jobs in West Africa

Middle East Crisis Threatens Shipping Routes to Nigeria, Raises Inflation Concerns

South Africa Deploys Soldiers in Johannesburg to Combat Crime and Gang Violence

Global Stakeholders to Drive West Africa’s Green Transition at WACEE 2026

Pharma West Africa 2026 Set for Record Turnout with 250+ Exhibitors, 4,500 Visitors Expected

Pharma West Africa 2026 Set for Record Turnout with 250+ Exhibitors, 4,500 Visitors Expected   ...

Policy Over Profit: Why Billions in ‘Available Capital’ Are Dodging West African Factories

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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued a strong warning over escalating ...

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