West Africa

In some more news from Mali, the Government of Ukraine has condemned Mali’s decision to sever diplomatic ties, describing the move as hasty and short-sighted.  Etsey Atisu has the rest of the story. *

the Metropolitan Archbishop of Lomé, Monsignor Yves-Nicodeme Barrigah, died on Sunday, August 4, at the age of 61.  His death was confirmed by the Conference of Bishops. Monsignor Barrigah chaired the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission from 2008 to 2012. The…

Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has urged member countries of the Gulf of Guinea Commission to fulfill their financial obligations to enable the secretariat to deliver on its mandate.  She made the remarks at…

The National Council for Civic Education and partners with support from UNICEF Gambia through UNPRPD has validated the draft training manual and guidelines for children with disabilities towards creating more inclusive education system for all children in The Gambia. Alhagie…

The transitional government of Mali has announced the immediate severance of diplomatic relations with Ukraine. In a statement, Malian authorities condemned comments made by Ukrainian officials, which they claim promote terrorism in Mali. They also announced that they will notify…

Senegal’s Minister of African Integration and Foreign Affairs summoned the Ukrainian ambassador to Dakar, Yurii Pyvarovov, reminding him of his duties of discretion, restraint, and non-interference. This action was prompted by the ambassador’s support, expressed in a Facebook post, for…

Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tiani, has once again accused France of attempting to destabilize the country through Benin following the expulsion of French troops engaged in counter-terrorism efforts. In a recent interview marking Niger’s independence anniversary, Tiani claimed that…

Questions have arisen in Mali regarding the removal of Abdoulaye Ballo from detention. Three weeks ago, this chief warrant officer in the army, imprisoned in 2021 for an alleged attempted coup, was taken from his cell and moved to an…

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has addressed Nigerians after days of widespread protests against his economic policies, expressing concern over the loss of lives and destruction of properties. In a televised speech, President Tinubu highlighted his administration’s economic policies, including the…

The Liberian Police is investigating one of its officers, Inspector David S. Fayiah for reportedly shooting to death a 19-year-old civilian, identified as Manoba Mohammed in Brewerville, outside Monrovia. Addressing reporters Sunday at the Police Headquarters in Monrovia, Police Inspector…

The Liberian government is now working with several civil society actors especially the women’s NGO secretariat to enhance the fight against Sexual and Gender Based Violence or SGBV. Despite several policy reforms and massive awareness across the country, SGBV cases…

Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Health has announced urgent measures to combat rising cases of dengue fever and Monkeypox. In response to the alarming increase in infections, a monitoring committee convened to discuss strategies against these diseases, which have recently affected…