The Government of Ghana has assumed operational control of the Damang Mine following the rejection of a lease renewal application by Abosso Goldfields Limited, a subsidiary of South Africa’s Gold Fields Limited. The 30-year mining lease, which expires on April 18, 2025, will not be extended. A statement from the Ministry of Lands and Natural…
President John Dramani Mahama has extended an invitation to the transitional leaders of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES); comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger for the launch of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), scheduled to take place in Ghana. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa,…
The government of Sierra Leone has introduced an ambitious five-year strategy aimed at enhancing social inclusion and promoting unity across all sectors of society. Speaking at a press briefing, the Minister of Social Welfare, Melrose Karminty, outlined key pillars of the initiative, including the professionalisation of social work, the empowerment of persons with disabilities, and…
Nigeria and Niger have officially re-engaged in diplomatic discussions following a lengthy rift sparked by the 2023 military coup in Niamey. On Wednesday, both nations held a high-level meeting, led by Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and his Nigerien counterpart, Mohammed Sani Usman. The gathering marked a significant step towards rebuilding ties and addressing…
The Senegalese army is ramping up operations in the south after a recent attack in Djinaki, near the Gambian border. Armed men targeted the town, looting shops and stealing phones before disappearing into the night. One soldier has been reported missing and another injured following a clash during the army’s search in the Mongone area….
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved an immediate disbursement of US$129 million to Mali under its Rapid Credit Facility (RCF). The financial aid is targeted towards addressing Mali’s urgent economic needs in the aftermath of severe flooding that struck in 2024, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and agricultural land, disrupting essential services, and worsening…
In the heart of Adamawa State, a quiet revolution is unfolding – one that swaps guns for pawns and fear for strategy. Led by a former beauty queen turned chess coach, children from Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps are rising above trauma to take their place on global stages. For 12-year-old Mary Zira, life in…
The Gambian Ministry of Justice has hailed the conviction of former death squad member, Michael Sang Correa, as a significant milestone in the global pursuit of justice for victims of human rights violations. In an official statement, the Ministry expressed sincere appreciation to the United States government for its “unwavering commitment to justice,” with particular…
Mali’s finance sector may face a prolonged shutdown as workers threaten to extend their ongoing industrial action to 120 hours – from Tuesday, 22 April to Saturday, 26 April, if the government fails to meet their demands. The strike, led by the National Union of Banks, Insurance Companies, Financial Institutions, Retailers, and Service Stations (SYNABEF),…
Several lives are feared lost following a renewed wave of suspected herdsmen attacks on Wednesday across multiple communities in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. The affected communities: Emichi, Odudaje, and Okpamaju, were reportedly attacked simultaneously, barely 24 hours after 11 people were killed in a separate assault on Otobi village, also in…
