Mauritania has officially designated former minister Coumba Ba as its candidate for secretary-general of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, launching an active diplomatic campaign to secure regional backing ahead of the November election in Cambodia for the 2027–2030 term. The Mauritanian government announced its formal bid in Nouakchott, positioning Coumba Ba to contest the … Read more
Beyond the Court: How the Basketball Africa League (BAL) is Redefining African Sports Power Dynamics The trajectory of African sports is no longer defined solely by football; a seismic shift is occurring in the hardwood arenas of the continent. The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is not merely a tournament but a high-stakes laboratory for professionalization, … Read more
The Future of African Media: Transforming Narratives into Economic Engines ACCRA, Ghana — A pivotal movement is underway to redefine the future of African media, shifting the industry from a mere observer of events to a primary catalyst for financial and social growth. During a high-stakes gathering in Ghana’s capital, industry leaders issued a clarion … Read more
Monrovia Super Mall Opens: A New Era for Liberia’s Economic Landscape MONROVIA — Liberia has taken a bold step toward economic modernization with the official grand opening of the Monrovia Super Mall, a state-of-the-art complex that promises to redefine the nation’s retail sector. The unveiling of the facility is being hailed as a watershed moment … Read more
Russian Diesel Shipment Raises Sanctions Concerns for Liberia February 29, 2024 Monrovia – A cargo vessel carrying diesel fuel originating in Russia is anticipated to arrive in Liberian territorial waters within the coming days, sparking anxieties about potential breaches of international sanctions and the resulting diplomatic and economic repercussions for Liberia. The shipment’s connection to … Read more
Key Witness Testifies in $6 Million Liberia Corruption Case Involving Former Minister Monrovia, Liberia – A pivotal moment unfolded Monday in the high-profile corruption trial concerning allegations of misappropriated funds totaling US$6 million. Baba Mohammed Boika, a program manager with the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), provided crucial testimony implicating former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah … Read more
Cameroon’s Mining Potential: Why the ‘Sleeping Giant’ Remains Dormant February 29, 2024 Yaoundé, Cameroon – Despite decades of promise and substantial geological wealth, Cameroon continues to face significant hurdles in transforming its vast mineral resources into a thriving industrial sector. The nation, often dubbed a “sleeping mining giant,” has seen numerous project announcements stall, leaving … Read more
Shifting Trafficking Routes, Diplomatic Backtracking, and Madagascar’s Post-Cyclone Crisis Global security concerns are mounting as new data reveals a concerning shift in transnational criminal activity. A recently released report indicates that human and drug trafficking networks are increasingly utilizing West Africa as a transit point for moving illicit goods from Latin America to Europe. Simultaneously, … Read more
Gambian Justice Minister Withdraws Controversial Security Vetting Bill February 29, 2024 – Banjul, The Gambia – In a surprising turn of events, Gambian Minister of Justice Dawda A. Jallow has withdrawn the highly contested security vetting bill from consideration. The move, announced Monday, halts progress on legislation intended to overhaul security protocols and enhance accountability … Read more
Liberian National Dies Following Mob Attack in Ghana; Three Arrested February 29, 2026 Accra, Ghana – Ghanaian authorities have apprehended three individuals in connection with the death of 26-year-old Austin Tengbeh, a Liberian citizen, following a violent mob attack in Lashibi, a suburb of Accra. The incident, which occurred on Friday, February 27, 2026, at … Read more