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Coastal Security Chiefs Meet in Benin for High-Level Talks

In Benin, army chiefs from Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, and France convened in Cotonou for a high-level conference on security cooperation. Organised by Benin’s Chief of General Staff, the meeting aims to strengthen regional security coordination and address emerging threats along…

Ghana Security Bill Abolishes National Security Ministry

Ghana’s Parliament has passed the Security and Intelligence Agencies Bill, 2025, introducing sweeping reforms to the country’s security architecture. The reforms include abolishing the Ministry of National Security and renaming the National Investigations Bureau to the Bureau of National Intelligence.…

Gambia Border Clashes Spark Panic In Foni Communities

In The Gambia, escalating violence along the border with Casamance is causing fear among residents in affected communities. National Assembly Member for Foni Bintang Karani, Bakary K. Badjie, has raised alarm over renewed fighting, noting that residents in areas such…

Liberia: Barbados Deal Boosts Travel And Diplomatic Ties

Liberia and Barbados have strengthened diplomatic relations with the signing of visa waiver and political consultation agreements. Formalised at Liberia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the deals are aimed at easing travel between the two countries. They also establish a framework…

Nigeria: Tinubu Receives Full Honours In UK Visit

Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been received with full military honours in the United Kingdom during his ongoing state visit. His arrival marks a significant moment in diplomatic relations between Nigeria and the UK. Officials say the visit will…

Niger Markets Struggle Ahead Of Ramadan Festival

In Niger, preparations for the Ramadan festival are underway as markets in the capital, Niamey, see increased activity. Traders and buyers are actively engaging in last-minute purchases ahead of the celebrations. However, the ongoing economic downturn is affecting business, with…

Guinea New Banknotes Plan Sparks Economic Reactions

In Guinea, authorities are taking steps to address the ongoing liquidity crisis with the introduction of new banknotes. The measures, approved by President Mamadou Doumbouya, include printing a high-denomination banknote and gradually withdrawing certain notes currently in circulation. Officials say…

Burkina Faso Hosts Forum To Boost Health Financing

Burkina Faso will host a forum on health financing from March 25 to 27, 2026. The event will bring together national and international experts, institutions, and civil society organisations. Authorities say the forum aims to mobilise resources for the health…

CAF President Pledges Respect For Higher AFCON Ruling

The President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has defended the organisation’s integrity and impartiality following a controversial decision on the Africa Cup of Nations title. In a video statement issued late Wednesday, Motsepe addressed the ruling by…

Senegal Stripped Of AFCON 2025 Title By CAF

The Appeals Committee of the Confederation of African Football has annulled Senegal’s victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Following a protest submitted by Morocco, the committee found that Senegal had violated Articles 82 and 84 of the competition’s…