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January 16, 2026

NewsLink 2026- 01- 16 First Edition

•President Ouattara nominates Achi for position of Speaker of Ivorian National Assembly. •Nigeria pauses in honour of fallen heroes on Armed Forces Remembrance Day. •And, World Health Organisation calls for increased taxes on drinks and alcohol to reduce health risks.

Liberia Port Autonomy Bill Sparks Governance Debate

In Liberia, debate is intensifying over a recently passed Port Autonomy Bill, as calls grow from the National Port Authority and sections of the public to uphold the President’s veto. The legislative instrument seeks to regulate and decentralise port operations,…

Togo Internet Watchdog Urges Wider Access

In Togo, access to the internet remains uneven despite notable progress in the expansion of digital infrastructure across the country. While residents in major cities enjoy relatively stable connectivity, many rural communities continue to face digital exclusion, limiting access to…

WHO Urges Higher Taxes on Sugary Drinks, Alcohol

The World Health Organisation is calling on governments worldwide to increase taxes on sugary beverages and alcohol as part of efforts to reduce preventable health risks. According to the WHO, higher taxes can discourage excessive consumption of sugary and alcoholic…

Ghana Education Minister Reaffirms Biological Sex Policy

Ghana’s Minister of Education has reaffirmed that the country’s education system recognizes only the biological definitions of male and female. The statement by Haruna Iddrisu follows the decision by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment to withdraw a Senior…