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Guinea Eviction Drive Sparks Street Vendor Protests

Guinea’s authorities are pressing ahead with a large-scale operation to clear major streets in the capital, Conakry, as part of efforts to decongest public spaces and improve urban order. The initiative, launched a few days ago, targets street vendors who…

Senegal Deepens Ties With Morocco Through New Agreements

Senegal and Morocco have strengthened their bilateral relations following a two-day visit by Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to Rabat. On Monday, Sonko and his Moroccan counterpart, Aziz Akhannouch, co-chaired the 15th session of the Joint High Commission for Cooperation,…

Gambia High Court Rejects Bail For Manjang

The High Court of The Gambia has refused bail for former Jungler operative Sanna Manjang, marking a significant step in one of the country’s most closely watched justice processes. The decision was issued during his first court appearance since his…

Niger Group Urges Freedom For Detained President Bazoum

A new international coalition campaigning for the release of former Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum has emerged, signaling renewed pressure on the country’s ruling authorities. The group, launched on Thursday, is calling for an immediate end to what it describes as…

Nigeria Lawmakers Oppose Police Recall Over Security Fears

Nigeria’s Senate is pushing back against the withdrawal of police protection officers assigned to lawmakers, raising concerns that the decision exposes them to heightened security risks. The protest follows a directive issued by President Bola Tinubu ordering the redeployment of…

Guinea Ends Teachers’ Strike Amid Ongoing Tensions

The Education Union in Guinea has suspended the nationwide teachers’ strike that has disrupted schools since December 1, 2025. The decision follows days of heightened tension and growing public pressure over the impact on the country’s education system. Government officials…

Liberia Workers Protest Missing Funds At News Agency

Concerned workers of the Liberia News Agency (LINA) have petitioned the National Assembly and key oversight bodies over what they describe as the agency’s deteriorating state. Their petition comes amid growing unease about stalled operations and financial irregularities affecting the…