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Economy & Finance

Trade, Innovation Key to West Africa’s Economic Future — ECOWAS Parliament

The ECOWAS Parliament has said trade and innovation will play a decisive role in shaping ...

  • 6 March 2026
  • Business

Anawar Builds Next-Generation Conglomerate to Drive Economic Growth in West Africa

Entrepreneur Abdoulaye Arouna Anawar is charting a new path for conglomerate development in West Africa, ...

  • 5 March 2026
  • Business

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

LAGOS – The money is there, but the “handshake” is missing. That was the resounding ...

  • 4 March 2026
  • Business

Fintech Bill Hearing, West Africa Trade Summit Headline Key Business Events This Week A series ...

  • 3 March 2026
  • Business

China Named Strategic Partner for West Africa IMT Summit 2026

China has been confirmed as a Strategic Country Partner for the 2026 West Africa Industrialisation, ...

  • 3 March 2026
  • Business

ECOWAS Raises Alarm Over Gulf Tensions, Warns of Economic Fallout for West Africa

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

  • 2 March 2026
  • Business

Ghana Emerges as West Africa’s Island of Stability Amid Regional Turbulence

As political instability, coups, and security challenges continue to unsettle parts of West Africa, Ghana ...

  • 27 February 2026
  • Books and Literature

Ramadan in Libya Marred by Soaring Prices, Fuel Shortages, and Economic Struggles

Libyans have been marking Ramadan with traditional feasts and fireworks, yet many are facing a ...

  • 23 February 2026
  • Africa

Mahama Orders Medical Evacuation of Ghanaian Traders Injured in Burkina Faso Attack

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ghana Armed Forces to evacuate Ghanaian traders injured ...

  • 18 February 2026
  • Burkina Faso
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IMF Predicts 4.7% Jump for Bangladesh Economy Despite High Inflation

The era of stagnation may be coming to a close for Dhaka. The International Monetary ...

  • 30 January 2026
  • Economy & Finance
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