SHOCKING: 22 | Mind Blowing Facts

Ecowas rules to protect pastoralists discourage investments in modern livestock farming

A common sight around west Africa is to see cattle grazing freely, even in major cities, on highways and in airports.

The Conversation · Oct 8, 2023

France’s departure from Niger reflects years of failure in its former colonies

Niger is only the latest of several west African countries to reject France’s long-standing attempts to interfere in its former colonies

The Guardian - UK · Oct 5, 2023

Senegal cracks down on Europe refugee boats: Will others follow?

The West African nation’s navy is stopping refugee boats at record rates. But who does that help — other than Europe?

Al Jazeera · Oct 5, 2023

US response to Gabon and Niger coups suggests need for a new West Africa policy in Washington

Recent coups in the West African nations of Gabon and Niger caught U.S. diplomats a little off guard. They also indicate Washington may need to reassess its policy in the region or risk becoming increasingly irrelevant to the new governments.

The Conversation · Sep 12, 2023

Akara: Team behind Akoko to launch new West African restaurant in Borough

Akara will specialise in black-eye bean fritters, a street food dish popular throughout West Africa

Evening Standard · Sep 12, 2023

Niger coup sanctions drive Ghana’s onion prices up, deepen food crisis

Niger, a key exporter of dry onions in West Africa, is responsible for 70 percent of onion imports by Ghana.

Al Jazeera · Sep 8, 2023

Coup in Gabon: Ali Bongo the eighth west African leader to be ousted by military in two years

Gabon’s prime minister, Ali Bongo, has become the latest in a string of African leaders to be ousted by a military coup in recent years. Bongo, who had just won a third term in power, was ousted by a junta of senior officers who have named General Brice Oligui Nguema…

The Conversation · Sep 1, 2023

Norway will close its embassy in Mali, citing the security situation

Norway is closing its embassy in Mali by the end of the year, citing the security situation in the West African country

The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2023

Gabon and what’s driving the spate of coups in West Africa

A group of senior military officials in Gabon say they have seized power from the government just moments after results from its general election were declared.

The Week · Aug 31, 2023

Ayodele Drum and Dance puts fresh steps into traditional footprints

West African dance company wows audiences with innovation while keeping sacred culture alive.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 27, 2023