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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…

Liberia Senate Launches Population And Development Committee

The Liberia Senate has launched a new Legislative Committee on Population and Development as part of efforts to strengthen national planning. The initiative is aimed at prioritising the well-being of Liberians through informed policymaking and strategic oversight within the legislature.…

Niger Signs $179 Million Health Deal With US

Niger and the United States have signed a memorandum of understanding on health cooperation aimed at combating several diseases and epidemics. The agreement is valued at more than 179 million dollars, equivalent to nearly 100 billion CFA francs. Authorities say…

Burkina Faso Ends Festive March 8 Celebrations

Burkina Faso is turning the page on festive celebrations marking March 8, International Women’s Day. The announcement was made by the Minister of Family Affairs, Pélagie Kaboré, who indicated a shift in how the day will be observed going forward.…

Senegal’s Sonko Calls For De-Escalation After Iran Strikes

Reactions continue across West Africa following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with several countries expressing concern. Côte d’Ivoire condemned the attacks in a statement, reaffirming its commitment to respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the security of all…

Gambia Urges Restraint Over Middle East Tensions

The The Gambia has expressed concern over rising tensions in the Middle East, calling for calm among the parties involved. In a statement issued in Banjul on Saturday, authorities urged all sides to exercise restraint and resolve their differences through…

ECOWAS Plans 2,000-Strong Force Against Terrorism

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has unveiled details of its planned standby force following a three-day meeting of Chiefs of Defence Staff from member states. In its first phase, the West African bloc intends to deploy a…

Guinea Sets Six-Month Deadline for Parties to Comply

In Guinea, the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralisation is intensifying efforts to regulate the activities of political parties across the country. In a statement issued by the Ministry, political parties have been given six months to comply with the…