Senegal’s Autonomous Union of Health Workers has launched a two-day nationwide strike ahead of the government’s social dialogue set for February 27. The strike underscores growing tensions over labor conditions as unions prepare to present their demands during the meeting,…

Benin’s President Patrice Talon has called for professionalism as the steering committee for the audit of the computerized electoral list begins its work. During a meeting at the Marina Palace, he reaffirmed the committee’s mission to ensure a transparent and…

Mauritania’s state prosecutors are pushing for a 20-year prison sentence for former President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz, who is currently serving a five-year term for corruption. During an appeal hearing in Nouakchott, lead prosecutor Sidi Mohamed Ould Di Ould Moulay…

President Adama Barrow has received assurances from the African Development Bank (AfDB) on its commitment to supporting Gambia’s sustainable economic growth. A seven-member AfDB delegation visited Banjul on Tuesday to discuss key development priorities. Talks focused on strengthening the partnership…

Liberia’s House of Representatives has elected new delegates to the ECOWAS Parliament, marking a shift in the country’s regional legislative leadership. The move follows the recall of previous representatives due to controversies over their selection and compliance with ECOWAS protocols.…

A new report highlights the growing crisis of “Kush,” a synthetic drug that is rapidly spreading across ECOWAS member states. Originally surfacing in Sierra Leone in 2010, the drug has now infiltrated neighboring countries, raising major public health concerns. The…

Ghana’s Trades Union Congress (TUC) is urging President John Dramani Mahama to halt the ongoing revocation of public sector appointments. The terminations follow a directive from the Chief of Staff, affecting appointments made before December 7, 2024. The TUC warns…

Ghana’s new Central Bank governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, has outlined six key focus areas to reset the nation’s economy. Speaking at his swearing-in ceremony, he emphasized monetary policy reforms, exchange rate stability, and enhanced financial regulation. Dr. Asiama, alongside First…