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West Africa LPG Expo Returns to Abidjan in 2026, Spotlighting Clean Cooking and Supply Chain Safety
Maad fruit (Saba senegalensis) with leaves and bark, highlighting its use as both a seasonal food and traditional West Africa
Saba senegalensis: The Tangy West African Fruit With a Hidden Therapeutic Side
Former Guinean football official Lucien Beindou Guilao endorses Ibrahima Kalil Kaba for FGF presidency amid crisis. Image Tit
Guinean Football Leader Endorses Ibrahima Kalil Kaba Ahead of October General Assembly
Roundtable discussion in Agadez on migrant exploitation and health risks in Nigerien gold mining areas, part of a storytellin
Artisanal Gold Mining in Niger’s Sahara: A Roundtable Tackles Security, Health, and Migration
Yahya Jammeh in traditional attire, representing the No To Alliance movement's political stance and influence in Gambian elec
Jammeh’s Movement to Declare Coalition Stance Soon, Says Lawmaker
Nigerien soldiers patrol outside the 101 military base in Niamey after an overnight incident involving rogue troops who opene
Niger: Military Unit Disarmed After Overnight Barracks Incident in Niamey
South-Comoé Regional Council Delivers Over 50 Million FCFA in Aid to Vulnerable Groups in Aboisso
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Viral TikTok Claim of Imam Mahmoud Dicko’s Arrest in Algiers Lacks Official Confirmation
Lionel Bilgo, former Burkina Faso education minister, in custody in Bobo-Dioulasso over unauthorized real estate activities v
Burkina Faso: Former Education Minister Lionel Bilgo Detained in Bobo-Dioulasso Over Unauthorized Land Sales
Court gavel and legal documents symbolizing the 11-year prison sentence for Pastor Guillaume's sexual abuse and fraud convict
Burkina Faso Court Sentences Self-Styled Pastor to 11 Years for Sexual Abuse and Fraud

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Attendees networking at the West Africa LPG Expo exhibition hall in Abidjan, showcasing industry booths and clean cooking sol

West Africa LPG Expo Returns to Abidjan in 2026, Spotlighting Clean Cooking and Supply Chain Safety

On: August 29, 2026
In: Business & Economy
Maad fruit (Saba senegalensis) with leaves and bark, highlighting its use as both a seasonal food and traditional West Africa

Saba senegalensis: The Tangy West African Fruit With a Hidden Therapeutic Side

On: August 29, 2026
In: Health Care Programmes
Former Guinean football official Lucien Beindou Guilao endorses Ibrahima Kalil Kaba for FGF presidency amid crisis. Image Tit

Guinean Football Leader Endorses Ibrahima Kalil Kaba Ahead of October General Assembly

On: August 29, 2026
In: Sports
Roundtable discussion in Agadez on migrant exploitation and health risks in Nigerien gold mining areas, part of a storytellin

Artisanal Gold Mining in Niger’s Sahara: A Roundtable Tackles Security, Health, and Migration

On: August 29, 2026
In: Social Impact & Development
Yahya Jammeh in traditional attire, representing the No To Alliance movement's political stance and influence in Gambian elec

Jammeh’s Movement to Declare Coalition Stance Soon, Says Lawmaker

On: August 29, 2026
In: West African Politics
Nigerien soldiers patrol outside the 101 military base in Niamey after an overnight incident involving rogue troops who opene

Niger: Military Unit Disarmed After Overnight Barracks Incident in Niamey

On: August 29, 2026
In: Defense and Security

South-Comoé Regional Council Delivers Over 50 Million FCFA in Aid to Vulnerable Groups in Aboisso

On: August 29, 2026
In: Social Impact & Development

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Yahya Jammeh in traditional attire, representing the No To Alliance movement's political stance and influence in Gambian elec

Jammeh’s Movement to Declare Coalition Stance Soon, Says Lawmaker

On: August 29, 2026
In: West African Politics
Atiku Abubakar speaking in a BBC interview, discussing his presidential bid and allegations about President Tinubu's age. Ima

Atiku Claims He Has Evidence Tinubu Is 90, Vows to Present It in Court

On: August 29, 2026
In: West African Politics
Choguel Kokalla Maïga's communications team releases a statement on the 2020 anniversary, urging national unity and sovereign

Mali’s August 18 Anniversary: Choguel Maïga’s Team Urges Unity Behind Refoundation Ideals

On: August 29, 2026
In: West African Politics
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Nigerian Opposition Groups Set August 31 Summit to Forge 2027 Election Alliance

On: August 28, 2026
In: West African Politics
General Mamadi Doumbouya in military uniform, symbolizing the Guinean army's loyalty during his absence and illness. Image T

Guinea’s Military Reaffirms Support for Ailing Leader as He Departs for Leave

On: August 5, 2026
In: West African Politics
Nigerian Foreign Ministry spokesperson reads a statement condemning attacks on Nigerians in South Africa, accusing police of

Nigeria Warns of Tougher Diplomatic Action After Fresh Killings of Citizens in South Africa

On: July 5, 2026
In: West African Politics
Sir Arthur Jarvis Archibong, PDP gubernatorial candidate, speaking at a press conference about alleged politically motivated

Cross River PDP Candidate Alleges Tax Audit Is Political Retaliation

On: July 5, 2026
In: West African Politics

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West Africa LPG Expo Returns to Abidjan in 2026, Spotlighting Clean Cooking and Supply Chain Safety

On: August 29, 2026
In: Business & Economy
Nigerien President Abdourahamane Tiani chairs the Council of Ministers meeting on August 21, 2026, where mining sector draft

Niger’s Council of Ministers Approves New Mining Sector Measures

On: August 29, 2026
In: Business & Economy
African official highlighting $90B annual debt service exceeding aid and climate finance combined, illustrating fiscal strain

Kenya Official Highlights Africa’s $90 Billion Annual Debt Burden and $75 Billion Risk Premium

On: August 29, 2026
In: Business & Economy
Abdulrazaq Isa and Bala Wunti, newly appointed Chairman and CEO of WEC Nigeria, leading the country's return to global energy

Nigeria’s Return to World Energy Council Marks New Chapter for Energy Diplomacy

On: August 28, 2026
In: Business & Economy
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Propak West Africa 2026: Regional Manufacturing Sector Looks to Sustainability and New Technology

On: August 28, 2026
In: Business & Economy
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TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATIONS

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Nigerian AI founders developing practical solutions for healthcare, agriculture, education, and finance, moving beyond chatbo

Nigerian AI Founders Tackle Real-World Challenges Across Key Sectors

On: August 28, 2026
In: Technology & Innovation
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Nigeria’s B’Odogwu Customs Platform Selected for AfCFTA’s Continental Modernisation Drive

On: August 11, 2026
In: Technology & Innovation
Map of Nigeria highlighting over 750,000 communities with data on electrification status and optimal power solutions for targ

Nigeria’s Energy Map Identifies 750,000 Communities to Guide Power Investments

On: August 1, 2026
In: Technology & Innovation

DEFENSE & SECURITY

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Nigerien soldiers patrol outside the 101 military base in Niamey after an overnight incident involving rogue troops who opene

Niger: Military Unit Disarmed After Overnight Barracks Incident in Niamey

On: August 29, 2026
In: Defense and Security
Nigerian security forces in tactical gear rescue nine travellers from bandit attack on Gusau-Funtua highway, Zamfara State.

Zamfara Police Rescue Nine Travellers in Highway Attack, Arrest Suspected Arms Courier

On: August 29, 2026
In: Defense and Security
Gambian officers use mobile devices to check vehicles against Interpol databases during a border operation near Banjul, recov

Gambia’s Two-Week Border Sweep Flags 74 Stolen Vehicles in Interpol-Linked Operation

On: August 29, 2026
In: Defense and Security

HUMAN RIGHT, CRIME & JUSTICE

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Burkina Faso: Former Education Minister Lionel Bilgo Detained in Bobo-Dioulasso Over Unauthorized Land Sales

On: August 29, 2026
In: Justice & Rule of Law
Court gavel and legal documents symbolizing the 11-year prison sentence for Pastor Guillaume's sexual abuse and fraud convict

Burkina Faso Court Sentences Self-Styled Pastor to 11 Years for Sexual Abuse and Fraud

On: August 29, 2026
In: Justice & Rule of Law
Nigerian Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi speaking at the CLAF 2026 forum in Singapore, advocating for reforms to the internat

Nigeria’s Top Legal Official Says P&ID Award Exposed Flaws in Global Investment Arbitration

On: August 29, 2026
In: Justice & Rule of Law

WOMEN & YOUTHS

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Mali Mining Academy Launches First Cohort to Boost Women’s Leadership

On: August 8, 2026
In: Women & Youths Empowerment
MTN staff and young participants networking at The Gathering 100 startup pitch competition in Kano, Nigeria. Image Title: MTN

MTN Nigeria Brings Youth Entrepreneurship Initiative to Kano, Awards N2.5 Million in Startup Funding

On: July 16, 2026
In: Women & Youths Empowerment
Salmata Sawadogo holding the Mousso d’Or 2026 trophy at a ceremony in Ouagadougou, honoring female entrepreneurs in Burkina F

Burkina Faso’s Mousso d’Or Awards: Beyond Celebrating Female Excellence, a Signal for Economic Resilience in the Sahel

On: June 9, 2026
In: Women & Youths Empowerment

EDUCATION

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Nigeria to Overhaul Foreign Scholarship Programs, Prioritize Domestic Tertiary Investment

On: August 28, 2026
In: Education for All
Guinean officials and 28 scholarship students pose at a signing ceremony in Conakry, formalizing their study program in China

Guinea Sends 28 CPGE Graduates to China for Advanced Studies Under State Partnership

On: August 16, 2026
In: Education for All
Professor Oloyede speaking at a university conference podium, urging universities to drive Kwara's development through resear

Kwara’s Universities Urged to Act as State’s ‘Developmental Brain Box’ at KU8+ Conference

On: August 12, 2026
In: Education for All

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