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Gambia: Rights Commission Calls for Police Reorientation

The National Human Rights Commission of The Gambia has urged the retraining and reorientation of law enforcement officers following mounting concerns about excessive use of force during public demonstrations. The Commission emphasized that such reforms are vital to ensure respect…

Liberia: New System Lets Civil Servants Buy Now, Pay Later

Liberia has launched an Automated Legal Power of Attorney (LPA) System aimed at empowering civil servants through digital innovation. The system, inaugurated on Wednesday, allows government employees to purchase essential goods and services on credit, with repayments automatically deducted from…

Senegal: IMF Mission Arrives In Dakar For Debt Talks

A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has arrived in Dakar to continue negotiations with Senegalese authorities on the country’s debt management and economic outlook. The mission, which began on Wednesday, will run until November 4, focusing on discussions…

Nigeria: ASUU Halts Two-Week Strike After Talks With Government

In Nigeria, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its two-week warning strike after fresh negotiations with the Federal Government and the National Assembly. The decision follows renewed assurances from authorities to resolve long-standing challenges affecting public universities,…