The World Bank’s latest economic report forecasts growth of just over 4% for Africa in 2025. The Breton Woods institution also projects a rise in per capita income between 2025 and 2026, signaling improved living standards for many across the…

A security analyst, Professor Kwesi Aning, has expressed concerns over escalating security breaches linked to illegal mining (Galamsey) in Ghana. This comes after a deadly clash between the military and suspected illegal miners at a decommissioned Anglogold Ashanti mine in…

Benin’s High Authority of Audiovisual and Communication (HAAC) has suspended several online media outlets. The decision, announced on Tuesday, was prompted by their dissemination of content that violated regulatory standards. HAAC emphasized the importance of adhering to media laws to…

A UN OCHA report reveals that more than 2.5 million children in northeast Nigeria are at risk of malnutrition this year. The crisis stems from persistent insecurity and the devastating impact of 16 years of violent extremism in the region.…

Nigerians are rallying against a 50% hike in telecom tariffs, impacting call and data costs. Call rates are set to rise to 16.5 Naira per minute, while 1GB of data will cost 431 Naira. The increase has sparked outrage among…

In The Gambia, the COP9 Interregional Ministerial Meeting on Anti-Doping has commenced in Banjul. The conference gathers ministers, anti-doping advocates, and experts to discuss strategies for promoting integrity and good governance in sports. This high-level event underscores the region’s commitment…

Senegal’s ad-hoc committee has concluded its work on MP Mouhamadou Ngom, also known as Farba Ngom, regarding the potential lifting of his parliamentary immunity. The Ministry of Justice’s request, linked to money laundering allegations, has sparked controversy. Aissata Tall Sall,…

Mali’s plan to establish a military manufacturing plant has garnered positive reactions following General Assimi Goita’s announcement on the eve of the Malian Armed Forces’ 64th anniversary. The facility is set to produce weapons, tactical vehicles, ammunition, and explosives for…

The PDCI-RDA parliamentary group has unveiled an action plan ahead of Côte d’Ivoire’s October 2025 presidential election. The country’s oldest political party is advocating for measures to ensure a peaceful, transparent, and fair election. Key proposals include opening a new…