Tag: West Africa
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World Bank projects 3.4% growth for West, Central Africa in 2023
The 2023 World Bank Annual Report's growth projection for Western and Central Africa stands at 3.4% for 2023, showing a slight decrease from the...
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West Africa’s democracy in danger – Akufo-Addo tells ECOWAS Parliament
President Akufo-Addo has called upon members of the Parliament of ECOWAS to address the concerning trend of re-militarization within governance.Additionally, he has urged...
Independent Africa
Niger: Ousted Bazoum pleads with West Africa bloc court for his release
The ousted President of Niger has requested his release through an appeal to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) court, according to...
World
Student travels 4,000 miles on bicycle to attend his dream university
A student rode a bike for 4,000km (2,500 miles) through West Africa, even though he was arrested and had to endure extremely hot weather....
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Sahel security pact: Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso unite amidst West African coups
West African Sahel States, Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, all currently under military rule, have signed a security pact on Saturday. This pact pledges...
Independent Africa
Hugh Jackman eats substantial food at Nigerian eatery in London
Hugh Jackman recently became a big fan of Nigerian food after visiting a popular restaurant chain over the weekend. The popular Australian actor, famous...
World
More least 60 migrants suspected dead off coast of Cape Verde
After a boat carrying migrants was discovered off the coast of Cape Verde in West Africa, it is believed that more than 60 people...
Independent Africa
Increased hostility between Niger and its neighbors in West Africa
Nigeria's President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, participated in the ECOWAS meeting held in Abuja, Nigeria, on Thursday, August 10, 2023.During this meeting, West African...
Independent Africa
Africa likely to experience 2 more coups if Niger situation is not properly addressed – WANEP
Executive Director for the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP), Chukwuemeka Eze, has raised concerns about the possibility of more military takeovers in Africa...
Independent Africa
What can the West Africa do to undo Niger’s coup
The junta in Niger has challenged a Sunday deadline issued by West Africa's regional coalition, which demanded the reinstatement of deposed President Mohamed Bazoum,...
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