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Sierra Leoneans Eye Migration Amid Economic Struggles

Nearly 60% of Sierra Leoneans have considered emigrating, according to a recent Afrobarometer survey. The findings highlight a growing desire among citizens to seek better opportunities abroad. The research shows that younger people, the unemployed, and the highly educated are…

Nigeria Oil Workers Suspend Strike After Dangote Deal

In Nigeria, a major fuel supply crisis has been averted after oil workers suspended their two-day strike. The decision came following a breakthrough agreement with the Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest oil processing facility, over unionisation rights. The strike had raised…

Côte d’Ivoire Opposition Rejects Presidential Candidate List

Tensions are rising in Côte d’Ivoire as major opposition parties denounce the Constitutional Council’s validated candidate list for the October 25 presidential elections. Key political actors argue that the Council’s decision reflects the state’s manipulation of the justice system for…

Gambia And Guinea-Bissau Seal Security Cooperation Deal

The Gambia and Guinea-Bissau have signed a new security cooperation agreement aimed at tackling cross-border threats. The agreement was reached during Gambian President Adama Barrow’s two-day visit to Bissau, where he met with President Umaro Sissoko Embaló. Both leaders emphasized…

EU Envoy Flags Border And Climate Challenges In Liberia

The European Union Special Representative for the Sahel, João Gomes Cravinho, is in Liberia to deepen cooperation on peace, security, and economic development. At a media briefing on Tuesday, Cravinho stressed the urgent need to strengthen border control while addressing…

Senegal Urged To Act On SGBV And Reproductive Health

In Senegal, stakeholders are calling on the government to implement urgent measures to curb sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) and strengthen reproductive health services. A five-year study by the International Development Research Centre reveals that the Kolda region accounts for…

Togo Health Managers Launch Campaign To Boost Care

In Togo, the Association of Health Service Managers and Administrators (AGASSTO) has launched a nationwide campaign aimed at strengthening the healthcare system. The initiative, supported by the Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene, follows concerns over persistent overcrowding in referral…

AU, Nigeria Sign MoU on Counter-Terrorism

The African Union Commission and Nigeria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost collaboration in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism across the continent. The agreement was signed on September 8 by Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, AU Commissioner for…

Côte d’Ivoire Unveils Final Presidential Candidate List

In Côte d’Ivoire, public reactions are mounting after the Constitutional Council released the final list of candidates for the October 25 presidential election. Out of 60 applications submitted, only five were approved, including incumbent President Alassane Ouattara. Notably, the bids…

Benin Religious Leaders Push For Peaceful 2026 Elections

In Benin, religious leaders have called on national stakeholders to ensure peaceful and transparent elections in 2026. The appeal was made during a three-day seminar organized by the Consultative Framework of Religious Denominations, held from September 2 to 4, 2025.…