The 12 member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have reportedly agreed to establish a new military force aimed at countering jihadist activity and insecurity in the region, according to sources cited by AFP. Military chiefs reached the decision during a weekend meeting in Freetown, focusing…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved approximately $91 million in funding for Niger, with a focus on supporting climate resilience and sustainable development. Economic Outlook Following its latest program review, the IMF projected Niger’s economic growth to remain strong, reaching 6.7% in 2026. The funding aims to stabilize the…
Burkina Faso’s Council of Ministers has approved a new bill seeking to reinstate the death penalty for crimes including treason, terrorism, and espionage, marking a significant shift in the country’s justice system. Justice Minister Edasso Rodrigue Bayala announced the development in a statement released on Thursday, emphasizing that the proposal…