GABORONE, Botswana — The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is intensifying preparations for two major regional events this month: the deployment of an election observation mission to Zambia ahead of…
ABUJA, Nigeria — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially opened applications for its 2027 Professional Immersion Program, offering young graduates across the region an opportunity to…
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — The African Union (AU) has reaffirmed its commitment to continental peace, security and regional integration following a series of significant developments, including the condemnation of an…
MONROVIA — Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has ordered the dismissal, suspension and investigation of several government and law-enforcement officials following a review of findings connected to ongoing narcotics-trafficking cases.…
ABIDJAN — The government of Côte d’Ivoire has suspended 22 driver’s licenses as part of its continuing campaign against dangerous and unlawful conduct on the country’s roads. The suspensions were…
ACCRA — Ghana’s government has announced a week-long national program commemorating the first anniversary of the August 6, 2025, military helicopter crash that killed eight government officials and public servants.…
NYON/ZURICH — FIFA has withdrawn a controversial proposal to transfer ownership interests in the World Cup and other competitions to private investors following strong opposition from UEFA and its 55…
ABUJA — Nigeria is preparing significant changes to its national security structure and the administration of Hajj travel as the federal government responds to domestic insecurity and evolving requirements from…
ADDIS ABABA/BANJUL — Two major African Union bodies have concluded meetings focused on continental governance, institutional reform, peace and security, and the protection of human rights across Africa. AU Executive…
DAKAR/BRUSSELS/ACCRA — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is advancing several initiatives aimed at strengthening statistical cooperation, assessing the future of regional integration and improving gender-responsive policymaking across…