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West Africa
West Africa is a land region covering the entire western part of sub-Saharan Africa. It roughly includes the coastal countries north of the Gulf of Guinea up to the Senegal River, the countries within the Niger River basin, as well as the countries in the Sahelian hinterland.
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Côte d’Ivoire: Tidjane Thiam removed from electoral roll
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the Abidjan Court of First Instance ordered the removal of Tidjane Thiam, President of the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI-RDA), from the… -
Benin: Véronique Tognifodé appointed Minister of Secondary Education
In Benin, Véronique Tognifodé has been appointed Minister of Secondary Education, succeeding Kouaro Yves Chabi, who passed away following a serious car accident. BeNews has learned that Véronique… -
Burkina Faso: Several officers arrested amid coup plot rumors
Burkina Faso’s intelligence services have recently uncovered a plot of unprecedented scale involving national army officers linked to terrorist groups. According to revealed information, the aim of the… -
Nigeria: death toll from Benue attacks rises to 72
The death toll from recent attacks allegedly carried out by armed herders in Benue State, central Nigeria, has risen to 72, local authorities reported on Monday. Initially, officials… -
Ghana: illegal ammunition shipment bound for Benin intercepted
On the night of Friday, April 18, 2025, Ghanaian security forces carried out a major ammunition seizure at the Tadzewu-Mitsrikasa checkpoint, located in the Volta Region. The operation… -
Terrorism in Benin: Former President Nicéphore Soglo Calls for National Unity
Nicéphore Soglo, the first president of Benin’s democratic era, has spoken out about the escalating terrorist attacks in the north of the country. The former President of the… -
Senegal Signs Agreement with Russia to Develop Its Agri-Food Sector
Russia will supply Senegal with seed batches, assist in the introduction of organic fertilizers, and train agri-food specialists, announced Modou Gueye Seck, advisor to the Senegalese Prime Minister… -
Benin: Coordinator of Urgences Panafricanistes NGO, Schadrac Houngnibo, Imprisoned
After eight days in police custody, Schadrac Watowédé Houngnibo, National Coordinator of the NGO Urgences Panafricanistes, was placed in prison on Friday, April 18, 2025. On April 12,… -
Senegal / Covid-19: A Wave of Legal Action Over Embezzlement Allegations
In Senegal, the first major judicial repercussions linked to the management of Covid-19 funds are starting to bring down prominent figures. Five former ministers from the government of… -
“Enough Is Enough”: Vitale Announces the End of Her Marriage to Marco Versace
On Monday, April 21, 2025, Ivorian singer Vitale surprised her fans by announcing the end of her marriage to Marco Versace, a Coupé-décalé artist based in France. In… -
In Senegal, Ousmane Sonko takes a strong stand against the CFA Franc
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to breaking away from the CFA franc, which he considers incompatible with the country’s ambitions. Ousmane Sonko, who… -
Niger: General Abdourahamane Tiani Makes Minor Cabinet Reshuffle
Niger’s transitional president, General Abdourahamane Tiani, has announced a minor reshuffle of his government. Through a decree signed on Thursday, April 17, General Tiani reorganized his cabinet, creating… -
Davido: “I would have been an actor if I weren’t an artist”
Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that he would have become an actor if he hadn’t pursued a career in music. The Nigerian singer… -
Ghana: 219 rescued from major human trafficking and cybercrime ring
In Ghana, a large-scale human trafficking and cybercrime network was dismantled by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in Oyarifa. During a major operation, EOCO agents rescued… -
Davido: “I started my life in a shabby one-room apartment”
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has claimed he began his life in a one-room apartment in a public housing complex locally known as face-me-I-face-you. The artist made the statement… -
Mali strengthens its position in the lithium sector
Mali approves transfer of Bougouni lithium mine exploitation permit, marking a key step toward production launch On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the Malian government approved, during a Council… -
Burkina Faso: UN reports over 2,400 grave child rights violations
More than 2,400 serious child rights violations were recorded in Burkina Faso between 2022 and 2024, according to a new United Nations report. The investigation, published this week… -
Nigeria: young girl killed by vehicle in First Lady’s motorcade
A tragic incident occurred on Thursday, April 17, in Akure, Ondo State, during the official visit of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. A seven-year-old girl, Saratu Lawal,… -
Nigeria seals strategic mining alliance with South Africa
As part of its economic diversification strategy, Nigeria has signed a mining cooperation agreement with South Africa. The announcement was made on Thursday by Nigeria’s Minister of Solid… -
Tunisia: 164 Guineans voluntarily repatriated after their migration journey
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, a total of 164 Guinean nationals were repatriated from Tunisia as part of a voluntary return program coordinated with the International Organization for… -
Ivory Coast: Tidjane Thiam named PDCI-RDA presidential candidate
The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA) has officially chosen its flag bearer for the upcoming presidential election. The party has selected Tidjane Thiam… -
Benin: Adrien Houngbédji defended by supporters amid political attacks
Supporters of former Beninese National Assembly President Adrien Houngbédji have broken their silence in response to what they describe as verbal attacks targeting their leader. In a statement… -
Benin: new terrorist attack reported in the north
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, Benin recorded a new terrorist attack. According to local media outlet Bip Radio, two Beninese military positions were targeted in the Koudou Falls… -
Crisis in DRC-Rwanda: Faure Gnassingbé’s first visit as appointed mediator
Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé has taken up the mantle of mediator just days after being designated to help resolve the crisis shaking eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and… -
Ivory Coast: Life TV suspends collaboration with artist Himra
In a statement released on the evening of Wednesday, April 16, 2025, Life TV announced the temporary suspension of its collaboration with Ivorian artist Himra. The suspension stems… -
Benin: popular TikToker Régina Domingo Buys a Mercedes GLE 400 4Matic (Video)
Beninese TikToker Régie Boyzzer, whose real name is Régina Domingo, has been making waves online in recent days after revealing her brand-new car—a sleek Mercedes Benz GLE 400… -
Economy: IMF approves $129 million in aid to Mali
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the immediate disbursement of $129 million to Mali under the Rapid Credit Facility. This funding will help the Sahelian country effectively… -
Niger: Two military operations leave nine terrorists dead
The Nigerien army announced on Wednesday that nine terrorists were neutralized during two operations carried out between Monday and Tuesday in the western part of the country. The… -
Ghana bans foreigners from artisanal gold market
Starting May 1st, Ghana will prohibit foreigners from operating in the artisanal gold market. The decision, announced by the Ghana Gold Board—the state agency in charge of regulating… -
Benin: third group of stranded migrants in Algeria expected in Cotonou this Thursday
In Benin, authorities are expecting a third group of 150 migrants stranded in Algeria. A delegation from the Beninese Ministry of Foreign Affairs traveled earlier this week to…