Lagos HPV Immunisation: Vaxsocial Boosts Routine Drive

Lagos State Sees Significant Gains in Immunization Rates Through Digital Initiative February 29, 2024 Lagos State has achieved a notable increase in both routine and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) immunization coverage, driven by the innovative Nigeria Vaccination Coverage (VaxSocial) program. The digital initiative has successfully engaged a substantial number of caregivers, leading to a marked improvement … Read more

Senegal Exports Surge: UEMOA Trade – August 2025 Data

Senegal’s Export Surge: A Regional Powerhouse in West Africa Recent data indicates a significant upswing in Senegal’s export activity, with projections estimating 82.9 billion FCFA in goods exported in August 2025. This growth isn’t occurring in isolation; it’s deeply intertwined with Senegal’s crucial role as a key trading partner, particularly with Mali, and reflects a … Read more

Senegal Street Names: Decolonizing Public Space & History

Senegal Renames Streets in Nationwide Decolonization Effort Dakar, Senegal – A wave of street renamings is sweeping across Senegal, as municipalities move to dismantle colonial-era vestiges in public spaces. The initiative, gaining momentum nationwide, reflects a broader reckoning with the country’s history and a desire to honor prominent Senegalese figures. The most recent and symbolically … Read more

Liberia & MCC: Investing in People for Compact Success

Liberia’s Economic Progress Tied to Millennium Challenge Corporation Assessments February 29, 2024 Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia’s trajectory toward sustained economic growth and self-reliance is inextricably linked to its performance evaluations by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). Recent analyses reveal a direct correlation between MCC scorecard results and the nation’s ability to attract foreign investment and … Read more

Liberia: Court Stops Ex-Minister Sawyer’s Corruption Trial

Liberia Supreme Court Halts Corruption Proceedings Against Former Deputy Foreign Minister February 29, 2024 Monrovia, Liberia – A key development in a high-profile corruption case has emerged as the Supreme Court of Liberia, acting through Justice in Chambers Jamesetta Howard Wolokolie, has issued a stay order halting all proceedings related to the charges against Thelma … Read more

Diabetes in Africa & Senegal: A Growing Health Crisis

Diabetes Crisis in Senegal: A Silent Epidemic Grips the Nation and Continent Senegal, like many nations across Africa, is facing a rapidly escalating diabetes crisis. Recent data reveals a concerning surge in cases, with projections indicating a continued upward trend. This isn’t merely a health concern; it’s a looming economic and social challenge demanding immediate … Read more

Africarice: New Leader Boosts African Rice Research & Development

AfricaRice Appoints Moustapha Gaye as Liberia Country Representative, Seeds4Liberia Project Coordinator February 29, 2024 Monrovia, Liberia – The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) has announced the appointment of Moustapha Gaye as its new Country Representative for Liberia. Mr. Gaye will also serve as the Coordinator for the EU-funded Seeds4Liberia Project, a critical initiative aimed at bolstering … Read more

Ivory Coast: Ouattara Wins Fourth Term & Consolidates Power

Alassane Ouattara Secures Fourth Term as Ivory Coast President Amid Opposition Concerns Abidjan, Ivory Coast – Alassane Ouattara has been declared the winner of Ivory Coast’s presidential election, securing a fourth consecutive term in office. The results, announced Monday, come after a poll largely boycotted by the opposition, raising questions about the legitimacy and inclusivity … Read more

Libreville Summit: Africa’s Climate, Debt & Development Challenges

Libreville Summit: Navigating Complex Diplomacy in Central Africa Libreville, Gabon, recently hosted a trilateral summit bringing together leaders from Gabon, the Central African Republic (CAR), and Equatorial Guinea. The meeting, convened amidst ongoing regional instability and shifting geopolitical dynamics, aimed to foster cooperation and address shared security and economic challenges. However, the summit also highlighted … Read more

West Africa Immunisation Forum: Africa CDC & Partners Unite

West Africa Bolsters Immunization Efforts at High-Level Dakar Forum Dakar, Senegal – A critical regional initiative to strengthen immunization programs across West Africa commenced today with the opening of the High-Level Regional Forum on Immunisation. Hosted in Dakar, Senegal, the forum, running from October 17-19, 2025, brings together key stakeholders to address challenges and accelerate … Read more