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Gbagbo vows to fight removal from electoral roll

Former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo has pledged to fight for the restoration of his political rights after being removed from the 2025 electoral roll. Speaking at a rally in Port-Bouët, Abidjan, Gbagbo condemned the decision as a political tactic to…

Senegal army shuts down illegal gold mining site

Senegalese armed forces have dismantled another illegal gold mining operation in the eastern region of the country. The raid, led by the military’s public relations unit, resulted in the seizure of several mining tools and machines. Authorities say such operations…

Nigeria adopts bold plan to fight climate change

The Nigerian government has validated key strategies to tackle climate change and restore degraded land in the country’s northern regions. These measures fall under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project. The plan focuses on boosting climate resilience, protecting…

CHRAJ boss calls for unity in anti-corruption fight

Ghana’s CHRAJ Commissioner, Dr. Joseph Whittal, is calling for stronger collaboration among local and international actors to tackle corruption effectively. Speaking at an AU anti-corruption conference, Dr. Whittal emphasized the need for joint efforts involving institutions, governments, and global partners.…