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WADR, NED Launch Investigative Reporting Training In Dakar

West Africa Democracy Radio (WADR) has launched a week-long training in Dakar dedicated to strengthening investigative and solution-based journalism across the region. The initiative comes at a critical time for West and sub-Saharan Africa, where shifting political dynamics, democratic transitions,…

NewsLink 2026- 03- 03 secondt Edition

•Senegal’s Former President Sall faces setback for UN Secretary General candidacy •Ghanaian government shuts down its embassy in Tehran following hostilities in the Middle East. •West Africa Democracy Radio launches a week-long training for Journalists on investigative and solution-based reporting.…

Senegal: Sall Faces Criticism Over UN Secretary-General Bid

The candidacy of former Macky Sall for the position of United Nations Secretary-General has been formally confirmed. His application was submitted by Évariste Ndayishimiye, the Burundian President and current Chairperson of the African Union. Sall is seeking to succeed António…

Nigeria Critics Question INEC Chair’s Remarks

In Nigeria, fresh concerns are being raised over the preparedness of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct free, fair and transparent elections next year. The doubts follow recent assurances from the electoral body about its readiness for the…

Benin Trains Journalists Ahead Of Presidential Poll

Benin’s High Authority for Audiovisual and Communication (HAAC) has begun advanced training for journalists and media professionals ahead of the April 12 presidential election. The four-day workshop is being held in collaboration with the International Organisation of La Francophonie to…

Ghana Closes Tehran Embassy Over Rising Tensions

The Ghana government has announced the indefinite closure of its embassy in Tehran, citing escalating tensions in the Middle East. Accra says the decision follows ongoing hostilities involving Iran, Israel and the United States. According to Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel…