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Gambia Civil Society Flags Concerns Over 2026 Budget Proposal

In The Gambia, a coalition of civil society organizations is voicing strong concerns about the government’s proposed 2026 Executive Budget. The groups warn that persistent gaps between projected allocations and real spending continue to undermine transparency and fiscal discipline. They…

Ghana President Urges Envoys To Drive Economic Diplomacy

Ghana’s President John Mahama has charged the country’s newly commissioned ambassadors to adopt a modern, impact-driven style of diplomacy that directly supports national development. Speaking at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, he emphasized that foreign missions must evolve into active…

Nigeria Army Ramps Up Search For Abducted Schoolgirls

In Nigeria’s Kebbi State, security forces are intensifying efforts to rescue over 20 schoolgirls abducted from a boarding school earlier this week. The attack, carried out by armed bandits, also claimed the life of a teacher during a violent incursion…

Togo Leader Arrives In Moscow For High-Level Talks

Togo’s Council President Faure Gnassingbé has arrived in Moscow for a state visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties with Russia. He is expected to hold discussions with President Vladimir Putin on areas of cooperation spanning security, trade, and strategic development.…

Mali Regulator Warns Media Over Attacks On State Officials

Mali’s High Authority for Communication (HAC) has issued a stern warning to media outlets over what it describes as escalating defamatory attacks on state representatives. The regulator says such remarks undermine public institutions and violate ethical standards governing responsible journalism.…

Liberia’s FGM Ban Debate Reaches a Defining Moment

Liberia’s long-running debate over Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has entered a defining moment, as civil society groups intensify calls for a permanent, nationwide ban. For years, campaigners have pushed for stronger protections for girls and women, arguing that the practice…