West Africa

Ghana’s government has begun charging Value Added Tax on electricity supply. A statement signed by the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta directed that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCO) work with GRA to implement…

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a warning regarding the trending social media phrase “No Gree For Anybody,” emphasizing that any infractions will be met with legal consequences. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, issued this statement as…

The Beninese government has incorporated new elements into the annual voodoo celebration, which took place on Wednesday. The Vodun Days, observed on January 9 and 10 in Ouidah, the spiritual epicenter of this religion and an important part of Benin’s…

The Nigerian government has been slapped with a 100,00 USD fine by the Federal Capital Territory High Court. The fine is awarded to the Former Governor of the Central Bank Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, for his prolonged detention in custody without…

The Ghanaian government plans to borrow GH¢12.7 billion through treasury bills in January 2024 to finance maturing bills. This target is 1.2% lower than the amount borrowed in December 2023. The government has already raised GH¢3.223 billion in the first…

The Senegalese Constitutional Council sponsorship rectification process came to an end on Tuesday. Several candidates admitted to the second round were able to regularize with new sponsors. Some front-runner candidates who were expected to make the final list were rejected,…

Gambian President Adama Barrow has called for commitment among African countries to sustain peace and end conflicts in the continent President Barrow made the call in his acceptance speech as the winner of the African Peace Award 2024 for contribution…

The Côte d’Ivoire government has launched cyber security measures in preparation for the 34th edition of the African Cup of Nations CAN slated for January 13. The Ivorian Telecommunications regulatory authority ARTCI Said the initiative is aimed at avoiding any risk of…

Guinea is set to witness a significant mobilization as media professionals prepare to rally Guineans to participate in street protests on January 18. The demonstrations aim to voice opposition against disruptions in radio broadcasts and the removal of specific channels…

The son of ousted Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum, Salem has been granted provisional release by the military court’s examining magistrate after being under house arrest for nearly seven months. Salem is facing charges related to conspiring against the state’s authority or…

Speakers of a scheduled Pan African event in Ghana, “The Convention” where prominent African speakers including Professor PLO Lumumba were due to speak on the challenges facing Africa’s development and the way forward, have expressed disappointment in last-minute cancellation of…

The Burkinabe transitional government have decided to deduct, 1% of workers’ salaries taking effect from January 1. This money according to the government will be transferred to the patriotic support fund, which will be used to finance volunteers for the…