Liberia’s Security Sector Reform Hinges on Human Rights Integration, Official Warns Monrovia, Liberia – A critical push to embed human rights principles within Liberia’s security forces is underway, according to Cllr. Dempster Brown, Chairperson of the Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR). The call for deeper integration comes amid ongoing concerns that deficiencies in … Read more
Liberian Government Faces Internal Questions Over Fula Security Group Halt February 29, 2024 A developing situation within the Liberian government reveals a potential rift between the executive branch and the Ministry of Justice, sparked by public remarks from the Presidential Press Secretary regarding the suspension of activities of the National Fula Security of Liberia (NFSL). … Read more
Nigerian Lawmaker Calls for 70% Youth Representation in Next Elections February 29, 2024 Abuja, Nigeria – A leading voice for generational change in Nigerian politics is demanding a significant overhaul of the country’s electoral landscape. Representative Abdussamad Dasuki, Interim Chairman of the Future Is Now Initiative, has publicly advocated for a minimum of 70% youth … Read more
Senegal Grapples with Migration Crisis: Repression Fails as Root Causes Persist Dakar, Senegal – A growing chorus of voices in Senegal is challenging the efficacy of repressive measures aimed at curbing irregular migration, as the country faces a surge in departures, particularly among young men seeking opportunities abroad. Recent reports and statements from government officials, … Read more
Ivanhoe Atlantic CEO Resigns, Casting Shadow Over Liberia-Guinea Iron Ore Project February 29, 2024 The unexpected departure of Bronwyn Barnes, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ivanhoe Atlantic, signals potential turbulence for a significant U.S.-supported iron ore venture connecting Guinea and Liberia. The project, envisioned as a catalyst for economic growth, now faces heightened scrutiny … Read more
Senegal Suspends Potato and Onion Imports to Bolster Local Agriculture Dakar, Senegal – In a move designed to support domestic farmers and stabilize market prices, the Senegalese government has implemented an immediate suspension of all potato and onion imports. The decision, announced on January 16th, aims to prioritize locally produced crops and reduce reliance on … Read more
Silent Epidemic: 25,000 Ghanaians Living Undiagnosed with Tuberculosis February 29, 2024 A concerning number of individuals in Ghana – an estimated 25,000 – are unaware they are living with tuberculosis (TB), posing a significant obstacle to the nation’s ambitious goal of eliminating the disease as a public health threat by 2030. This hidden burden of … Read more
Political Shift in Bayelsa State Signals APC Gains in South-South Nigeria February 29, 2024 Bayelsa State is experiencing a significant political realignment, marked by a strategic transfer of power and a bolstering of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presence in Nigeria’s South-South region. This transition, driven by experienced political leadership and a concerted effort towards … Read more
Ghana and Afreximbank Resolve $750 Million Facility Dispute, Paving Way for Continued Development February 29, 2024 Accra, Ghana – A significant hurdle to Ghana’s economic progress has been cleared as the government, through the Ministry of Finance, and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have announced the successful resolution of outstanding issues related to a $750 … Read more
Opposition Accuses Boakai Administration of ‘State Terror’ During Monrovia Protest December 18, 2025 Monrovia – The Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Liberia’s leading opposition party, has vehemently condemned the actions of Liberian security forces during a demonstration organized by the STAND organization on December 17, 2025, in Monrovia. The CDC alleges that the response by … Read more