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Ecowas in crisis: Why West Africa’s united front is in tatters

[ad_1] Responding to the insistence of the Nigérien, Malian and Burkinabè regimes on pulling out of Ecowas, Thursday's ministerial meeting refrained from threats or further sanctions. It simply noted that the juntas had not consulted their citizens on this move and then made the positive case for staying in the bloc, to co-operate together in tackling common challenges like climate change, violent extremism, migration and organised crime. [ad_2] Source link

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Africa: Assistant Secretary Phee’s Travel to Ethiopia

[ad_1] Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee will travel to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia February 12-17, 2024. Assistant Secretary Phee will be joined by Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Ambassador Mike Hammer, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy Dr. John Nkengasong, U.S. Agency for International Development's Assistant Administrator for the Bureau for Africa Monde Muyangwa, and other senior U.S. Government officials. Their travel will focus […]

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Africa: Interview – Why American, European Companies Need to Invest in Africa’s Mining Sector – Expert

[ad_1] US Institute of Peace expert, Tom Sheehy, sheds light on mining challenges and opportunities in Africa. Respected US Institute of Peace expert, Tom Sheehy, discusses the complex issues surrounding critical minerals in Africa, including the role of China and the need for responsible mining practices. In the shadows of the African mining sector, a complex web of great power competition, security concerns, and conflicting interests unfolds. Amidst this backdrop, the fate of critical minerals hangs in the balance, shaping […]

todayFebruary 10, 2024 1

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Afcon 2023: Kolo Toure hopes Ivory Coast beat Nigeria in final to spark party

[ad_1] Nigeria's campaign started with a 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea, with Napoli striker Osimhen heading home the Super Eagles' equaliser. Since then, the current African Footballer of the Year has failed to add more goals, despite his impressive work rate which has resulted in an assist and two penalties won for his team. "Osimhen cannot do it all alone. The change in formation has not really helped him get […]

todayFebruary 10, 2024 1

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Africa’s Absence As Permanent Member a ‘Flagrant Injustice,’ Says UN Chief

[ad_1] United Nations — As the UN continues its never-ending saga on the reform of the Security Council (UNSC), one of the political anomalies that keeps cropping up is the absence of Africa, among the five permanent members (P5)--a privilege bestowed only on the US, UK, France, China and the Russian Federation. The African continent, which has been shut out, consists of 55 states with a total population of over 1.4 billion people. Providing a list of his "priorities for […]

todayFebruary 10, 2024 1

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Senegal: Macky Sall and his controversial election delay

[ad_1] “The president cannot extend his term of office, not even by one day”. These were the words of Senegal's president, Macky Sall before his election in 2012, but has he gone back on his word? Senegal is in political turmoil since its leader postponed the February 2024 elections, with critics saying the move is just another way for Mr Sall to cling onto power.Produced by Marina DarasEdited by Kaine […]

todayFebruary 10, 2024 1

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Africa: COP10 – The Apparent Link Between Taxation And Illicit Trade

[ad_1] The 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is currently taking place in Panama, until February 10, 2024. COP10 discussions hold the key to shaping the future of reduced-risk tobacco and nicotine products encompassing a range of alternatives such as nicotine vapes, snus, nicotine pouches, and heated tobacco products. Within this context, taxation emerges as a pivotal issue with the WHO advocating for a unified tax approach on […]

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