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…
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…
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’…
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…
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…
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…
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…
ACCRA, Ghana — The Government of Ghana has released an additional GH¢190 million to support the Ghana School Feeding Programme, increasing the programme’s total 2026 allocation to approximately GH¢1.98 billion,…
MONROVIA, Liberia — Liberia is advancing efforts to modernize government purchasing and strengthen public-sector accountability as the Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC) distributes information and communications technology equipment to…
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone — August 7, 2026 — Sierra Leone has formally opened a new legislative period following President Julius Maada Bio’s address at the State Opening of the Fourth…