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Liberia Citizens Demand Clarity On Guinea Border Deal

In Liberia, citizens are calling on the government to provide a detailed account of the recent tripartite summit aimed at resolving the border dispute with Guinea. Presidents Joseph Boakai, Mamadou Doumbouya, and Julius Maada Bio met in Conakry on Monday…

Gambia Police Warn Of Rising Crime Cases Nationwide

The Gambia Police Force has warned of rising cases of rape, robbery, and arson across the country. The update was presented during a press conference held on Tuesday at the police headquarters in Banjul. Officials also outlined key achievements, operational…

Ghana Plans National Pay Policy To Address Disparities

In Ghana, the government is set to develop a National Emoluments Policy to tackle persistent salary and compensation disparities across the public sector. President John Dramani Mahama announced the initiative during a high-level dialogue with organized labour at the Jubilee…

Benin Medical Students Resume Internships After Strike

In Benin, health science students have resumed internships at major hospitals across the country following days of strike action. The students had been protesting concerns related to their training conditions and the responsibilities expected of trainee practitioners. Their action came…

Nigeria Bombings Kill Several In Borno State

In Nigeria, a series of bombings struck the northeastern state of Borno on Monday evening, leaving several people dead and many others injured. The attacks targeted busy locations within the Maiduguri metropolis, causing panic among residents. Those injured are receiving…

Guinea Hosts MRU Leaders For Dialogue On Border Peace

Leaders from Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Guinea have reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining peace and stability along their shared borders. Presidents Julius Maada Bio, Joseph Boakai, and Mamadou Doumbouya agreed to strengthen security cooperation and prioritize dialogue in resolving disputes.…

Benin President Meets Medical Interns Amid Tensions

In Benin, President Patrice Talon met with a delegation of medical interns on Monday, March 16, 2026. The meeting comes amid heightened tensions within the health community. The situation follows the conviction of three practitioners in a manslaughter case. Authorities…