LAP must choose community over Positions
The current debate surrounding the Liberia Association of Pennsylvania (LAP) and its August 15, 2026 election should cause all of us to reflect on a larger question: What kind of…
EAC advances food-security data training in Zanzibar
Food Balance Sheet program aims to strengthen governments’ ability to track production, imports, exports and national food availability ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA — The East African Community is continuing national training for…
ECOWAS, AU coordinate strategy, expand youth role in peace, security
Regional organizations work to strengthen youth participation in peacebuilding, governance and conflict prevention across Africa ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has joined the African…
Côte d’Ivoire advances India relations as national cleanliness week concludes
ABIDJAN, CÔTE D’IVOIRE — Côte d’Ivoire is marking a weekend of diplomatic and domestic activity, with President Alassane Ouattara receiving a senior Indian government official as the country concludes its…
Nigeria promotes “New Face of Alaba” as emerging African technology hub
Government vision could transform one of West Africa’s best-known electronics markets into a stronger center for technology, manufacturing, repair and employment LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Nigerian government is highlighting Lagos’…
Nigeria Distributes 1,000 Livestock Feed inputs to Bayelsa farmers
Government initiative aims to lower production pressures, strengthen livestock farming and support rural livelihoods BAYELSA STATE, NIGERIA — Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has announced the distribution of more…
UPDATE: Boakai Orders 48-Hour investigation into allegations involving LDEA Leadership
MONROVIA, LIBERIA — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has ordered a comprehensive and impartial investigation into allegations involving the leadership of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), marking a significant new…
Côte d’Ivoire marks 66 years of independence, calls for peace, unity, youth engagement
YAMOUSSOUKRO, Côte d’Ivoire — August 7, 2026 — Côte d’Ivoire marked the 66th anniversary of its independence on Friday, with national celebrations highlighting peace, solidarity, economic development and the role…
Kenya steps up local service delivery as government looks beyond Vision 2030
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya’s government is increasing its focus on local infrastructure and public-service delivery as national and county institutions pursue development initiatives aimed at bringing government services closer to…
Nigeria’s federal government, Lagos join forces on flood-prevention strategy
LAGOS, Nigeria — August 8, 2026 — Nigeria’s federal government and Lagos State authorities are working together on a coordinated strategy aimed at reducing the threat of flooding in the…