African leaders have taken a major step toward financial independence by formalizing the creation of a continental financial rating agency. This initiative aims to provide fairer economic assessments for African nations, reducing reliance on international rating agencies that many argue are biased against the continent. The decision was a key topic of discussion at the…
Security has been significantly reinforced at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi, now serving as the new venue for the Council of State election in the Ashanti Region. This comes after recent disruptions marred the electoral process, prompting authorities to implement strict security measures to ensure a peaceful and orderly vote. The decision to enhance…
Senegalese authorities have intensified efforts to combat financial crimes with the recent seizure of more than 2 billion CFA francs in counterfeit notes. This operation marks a significant step in strengthening the country’s financial security. Two suspects were arrested in possession of the counterfeit money and are currently in police custody as investigations continue. Authorities…
The Malian government has responded to reports of difficulties faced by holders of the new AES (Alliance of Sahel States) biometric passports, particularly regarding alleged refusals at the French consulate in Bamako. Authorities have reassured the public that all official procedures for the passport’s recognition have been followed. In a statement released on February 16,…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled a trans-border drug trafficking syndicate, arresting four members in intelligence-led operations. A statement by Femi Babafemi, Director of Media & Advocacy, confirmed that during the raid, tramadol pills worth millions of naira were recovered, concealed in the bumper and false bottom of Sienna buses heading to…
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye has engaged with fellow Heads of Government in discussions aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties with their respective countries.President Diomaye held these discussions on the sidelines of the 38th African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa. During the summit, he met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed at the National Palace, focusing…
The Nigerien authorities on Saturday launched the National Refoundation Conference in Niamey, presided over by General Abdourahamane Tiani. These consultations, formalised by Decree 2025-086 of 8 February 2025, are structured around five key areas – Peace and security, Political and institutional refoundation, Economy and sustainable development, Geopolitics and international relations, Justice and human rights. In…
At least ten women have lost their lives in a mining accident after a Caterpillar excavator, operated by Chinese miners, overturned on a group of women searching for gold in southwest Mali. This incident comes just two weeks after a similar tragedy in the Kangaba region, where an artisanal mine collapse claimed at least 13…
Nigeria is optimistic about ensuring unhindered food access in Yobe State through its fertiliser partnership with Morocco, aimed at strengthening food security in the Northeast region. A delegation from the African Network Centre, led by the Secretary to the State Government, Baba Malam Wali, is currently in Morocco to explore a partnership with OCP/Jorf Lasfar,…
More than 3,600 Nigerians who fled to Chad a decade ago to escape jihadist violence have returned home in recent days, according to an aid agency spokesman. The returnees arrived since Monday in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, aboard trucks from the Chadian town of Baga Sola, where they had been taking refuge since…
