President John Dramani Mahama has extended an invitation to the transitional leaders of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES); comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger for the launch of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), scheduled to take place in Ghana. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa,…
The government of Sierra Leone has introduced an ambitious five-year strategy aimed at enhancing social inclusion and promoting unity across all sectors of society. Speaking at a press briefing, the Minister of Social Welfare, Melrose Karminty, outlined key pillars of the initiative, including the professionalisation of social work, the empowerment of persons with disabilities, and…
Nigeria and Niger have officially re-engaged in diplomatic discussions following a lengthy rift sparked by the 2023 military coup in Niamey. On Wednesday, both nations held a high-level meeting, led by Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and his Nigerien counterpart, Mohammed Sani Usman. The gathering marked a significant step towards rebuilding ties and addressing…
The Senegalese army is ramping up operations in the south after a recent attack in Djinaki, near the Gambian border. Armed men targeted the town, looting shops and stealing phones before disappearing into the night. One soldier has been reported missing and another injured following a clash during the army’s search in the Mongone area….
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved an immediate disbursement of US$129 million to Mali under its Rapid Credit Facility (RCF). The financial aid is targeted towards addressing Mali’s urgent economic needs in the aftermath of severe flooding that struck in 2024, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and agricultural land, disrupting essential services, and worsening…
