In Senegal, the government is intensifying efforts to hold public officials accountable, as several former ministers from the previous administration could face prosecution once more. Reports from the Senegalese press indicate that the National Assembly has launched impeachment proceedings against…

In Mali, a transport workers’ strike that threatened to disrupt a key trade corridor with Senegal lasted just 24 hours after union leaders reached a consensus with the authorities. Synacor, the national union of drivers and truck operators, had earlier…

In The Gambia, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised serious concerns about the growing number of children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers embarking on irregular migration journeys. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Commission warned that these…

In The Gambia, the President has granted a pardon to 56 male inmates, according to the Gambia Prison Service. The release marks a notable human rights development under the President’s constitutional prerogative of mercy. The inmates were freed from Mile…

A proposed bill introduced by United States lawmakers seeking sanctions against certain Nigerian individuals and groups over alleged religious freedom violations has sparked fresh debate in Nigeria. The move is drawing attention to concerns about accountability and human rights within…

The African Conference for the Promotion of Peace has concluded in Nouakchott, Mauritania, after bringing together political leaders, scholars, academics, and opinion shapers from across the continent. The gathering served as a platform to reflect on Africa’s security challenges and…

Liberia is commemorating its 69th Armed Forces Day at the Barclay Training Center in Monrovia, honoring service personnel for their dedication to safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty. Observed annually on February 11, the event recognizes the role of the Armed Forces…

In Togo, health facilities in the Gulf district are reviewing their performance for the 2025 fiscal year as part of efforts to strengthen service delivery. Since Tuesday, managers and healthcare workers have been meeting to assess results recorded over the…

In Addis Ababa, the 48th Session of the African Union Executive Council has entered its second day, with discussions centered on key continental priorities, particularly water and sanitation. The meeting brings together Foreign Ministers from across African Union member states…