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Published on Sep 15, 2026

ECOWAS, Tunisia seek stronger cooperation in technology, sec...

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and Tunisia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in technology, security, sustainable development and infrastructure. The commitment was made when ECOWAS Commission President, General Birame Diop, …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Accra- Kumasi expressway is part of Ghana’s contribution to ECOWAS initiative - Presidential Aide

Speaking on Ghanakoma morning show on Akoma 87.9 FM in Kumasi with Sir John, on Tuesday, September 15,2026, Dr Ayeh, explained that the current Accra–Kumasi Highway is congested, slow and often took commuters four to six hours due to traffic through towns …

Source: 3News - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 14, 2026

Putin invites ECOWAS Commission president to Russia–Africa Summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited Birame Diop, president of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, to the third Russia–Africa Summit, scheduled for 28–29 October in Moscow. This was reported by ECOWAS on 14 September …

Source: African Initiative - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Sep 14, 2026

Togo’s Palokinam Pitché Begins Four-Year Term as ECOWAS Health Agency Chief

(Togo First) - Togo’s Palokinam Pitché has taken over as head of the West African Health Organization (WAHO). The physician and academic formally began his four-year term in early September 2026. WAHO is the health agency of the Economic Community of West …

Source: Togo First - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 15, 2026

One Region, Two Blocks: What is the future of West Africa’s ...

The Liptako-Gourma Charter, signed in September 2023 as a mutual defence pact between Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger to provide collective security against terrorism and armed groups, took on a new form in January 2025 when these three frontier Sahelian …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Sep 15, 2026

ILO tasks FG, stakeholders on stronger enforcement of child labour

By Joan Nwagwu The International Labour Organization (ILO) on Tuesday called for stronger enforcement of laws protecting children from labour. Ms Vanessa Phala, ILO Country Director for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone made the call at the sixth …

Source: Sharp Edge News - Pending
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Qatar Chamber invited to ‘West Africa Integration & Investment Summit’ in Sierra Leone

Qatar Chamber acting general manager Ali Saeed Bu Sherbak al-Mansouri handing over a token of appreciation to Jonathan Kamara Bio, Commercial and Investment attaché at the Embassy of Sierra Leone in Qatar, after a meeting held at the chamber’s headquarters …

Source: Gulf Times - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Appreciating the Esteemed Leadership, The Gallant Armed Forces, and The Resilient People of The Federal Republic of ...

May I, on behalf of the people of the Republic of Liberia, express our deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to the Federal Republic of Nigeria for the monumental sacrifices made during the darkest hours of Liberia’s civil wars. When the drums of war and …

Source: Liberian Observer - Neutral
Published on Sep 15, 2026

General53 minutes ago Nigeria, Cameroon Move to Ease Trade Frictions at Mfum-Ekok Border

By Adedapo Adesanya The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Cameroon Customs Administration have launched a joint assessment of the Mfum-Ekok One-Stop Border Post (OSBP) to eliminate cross-border trade friction, strengthen border security, and drive …

Source: BusinessPost Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Argelia vista desde la perspectiva de Níger

On 30 August, Algeria deployed combat assets: four Russian Su-30s, an Il-76 and an Il-78 refuelling aircraft. Algiers had already delivered helicopters, ammunition, spare parts and logistical equipment to Niamey. Finally, in September 2026, the ban on …

Source: Atalayar - Indeterminate
Published on 09:54 GMT

Peace and Security Council Report No 187

In this issue Could African Union presence be a step to peace for Sudan? Improving compliance and accountability in AU peace operations Can the incoming ECOWAS Commission reclaim regional relevance? Women’s voices could help silence the guns in Africa …

Source: Institute for Security Studies - Center-left
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Former President Bai Koroma thanks Bio for facilitating return, pledges support for national unity

Former President Ernest Bai Koroma publicly thanked President Julius Maada Bio on Monday for enabling his return after over two years in Nigeria, pledging to support national cohesion, peace, and development. Koroma made the remarks during a visit to State …

Source: Sierraloaded - Center-right
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Nigeria demands investigation after two citizens killed in South Africa

Nigeria’s Foreign Ministry on Friday confirmed that two Nigerian nationals have been killed in South Africa, as tensions intensify between the two countries over anti-immigrant protests. Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle and James Uchechukwu Nwankwo were …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on Sep 12, 2026

Strengthen ECOWAS Standby Force to Tackle Terrorism, Transnational Threats, Naval Chief Urges Subregional Leaders

Linus Aleke in Abuja The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has urged political and military leaders in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to strengthen the ECOWAS Standby Force to ensure that it remains …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Sep 3, 2026

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Strengthens Arms Transfer Controls Through ...

Organised by the Small Arms Division of the ECOWAS Commission, in collaboration with the National Commission on Small Arms of Ghana (NACSA), the three-day training, brought together officials from key national institutions with mandates relating to the …

Source: Business Ghana - Pending
Published on Sep 14, 2026

Africa must remove visa restrictions to unlock jobs, opportunities – Gabby Otchere-Darko

Founder and Executive Chairman of the Africa Prosperity Network, Gabby Otchere-Darko, has urged African leaders to prioritise the removal of visa restrictions among African countries to expand economic opportunities and create more jobs. He said Africa’s …

Source: MyJoyOnline - Pending
Published on Sep 10, 2026

ECOWAS, ISOFS partner to end obstetric fistula by 2030

The Gender Development Centre (CCDG) of the Economic Community of West African States has partnered with the International Society of Obstetric Fistula Surgeons (ISOFS) for the 10th World Congress on Obstetric Fistula, scheduled for Dakar between December …

Source: Peoples Gazette - Neutral
Published on Sep 14, 2026

Nigeria has no reason to be poor – Obasanjo

A former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has said the country has no reason to remain poor. Obasanjo stated this during interview on C-Suite Cafe, hosted by Ikem Okuhu, where he said Nigeria has enough natural and human resources to produce what its …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral
Published on Sep 10, 2026

ECOWAS Pushes 2027 ECO Launch

By Ruth Odutayo The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has intensified efforts towards the establishment of its proposed single currency, the ECO, with the regional bloc maintaining that a 2027 launch remains achievable. The development …

Source: Quick News Africa - Pending

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Published on September 10, 2026 - 06:53 GMT

From courts to legislatures, countries are embedding just transition in law and policy

Nairobi, 28 July 2026 – Countries around the world are increasingly turning Just Transition pledges into laws, policies, institutions, and court decisions. This is the key finding of a report published today by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), released …

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Published on July 7, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria Yu Dunhai Attends Commissioning Ceremony of the China-Aid ECOWAS Headquarter Building

On July 2, 2026, the commissioning ceremony of the China-aided Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Headquarters Building was held in Abuja. H.E. President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of Sierra Leone and Chair of the ECOWAS Authority of …

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Published on July 23, 2026 - 20:59 GMT

International Relations and Cooperation on ECOWAS Communiqué

DIRCO reaffirms commitment to Pan-African solidarity, rule of law, and continental dialogue on migration following ECOWAS Communiqué The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation notes the final communiqué issued following the 69th Ordinary …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 09:31 GMT

ECOWAS Urges West Africa to Completely Eradicate Malaria

(MENAFN) The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) issued a forceful call Sunday for a sweeping reinforcement of regional strategies aimed at the full elimination of malaria — one of the continent's most persistent and deadly public health …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 10:04 GMT

ECOWAS Pushes for Unified Regional Effort to Eradicate Malaria

(MENAFN) The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has urged member countries to strengthen coordinated regional policies aimed at fully eliminating malaria, according to reports. The appeal came during the 27th Ordinary Meeting of Health …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 09:32 GMT

ECOWAS Urges Unified Regional Effort to End Malaria in West Africa

(MENAFN) The Economic Community of West African States has urged member countries to reinforce coordinated regional measures aimed at completely eliminating malaria across West Africa. The appeal came during the bloc’s 27th Ordinary Meeting of Health …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 11:15 GMT

Newcore Gold Announces Appointment of Mr. Sulemanu Koney to its Board of Directors

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newcore Gold Ltd. ("Newcore" or the "Company") (TSX-V: NCAU, OTCQX: NCAUF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Sulemanu Koney as an independent, non-executive …

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Published on January 30, 2026 - 15:47 GMT

ECOWAS Removes Sanctions on Guinea Following 2021 Coup

(MENAFN) The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) announced on Wednesday that it has lifted all remaining sanctions against Guinea, originally imposed after the 2021 military coup, according to a statement from the bloc. The decision was made …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 11:16 GMT

Money20/20 Middle East Day Two Sees Landmark Saudi Qatar Payments Agreement as Major Fintech Investment

Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and Qatar Central Bank announce agreement enabling mada and HIMYAN card use across both countries RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- • Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and Qatar Central Bank announce …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 10:25 GMT

Frontline Sales Consultancy Explains What B2B Appointment Setting Is and Why It Matters for Business Growth

The new guide breaks down how professional appointment setting works, who it is for, and how it connects to a wider lead generation strategy. PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frontline Sales …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 09:22 GMT

SIN LLC Launches Tea Master in Residence for Companies With Unused Tea Rooms

Organizations across Japan own tea rooms that stay closed because no one on staff can run them. SIN LLC now takes on that operation under an annual retainer. GINZA,CHUOU-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SIN LLC, a Tokyo company …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

1792 Launches 1st Arabic-Language Corp Bias Ratings Database to Expose Cross-Market Inconsistency at Over 300 Companies

New resource brings translated company profiles to Arabic-speaking press, investors, sovereign wealth funds, and policymakers PARIS, ÎLE-DE-FRANCE , FRANCE, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PARIS, FRANCE — 1792 Exchange, a nonprofit …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 08:17 GMT

Madhya Pradesh Develops Six Villages for Astro-Tourism Experiences

New initiative combines dark-sky environments, astronomy and community-based rural tourism across six districts BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In parts of rural Madhya Pradesh in India, the night sky is …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 07:44 GMT

New report sets out policy options to strengthen domestic carbon credit markets

Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative and Climate Focus publish report to support countries to build high-integrity domestic carbon credit markets. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new policy report …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 06:30 GMT

Teledyne Space Imaging Sensors Launch on ESA’s Sentinel-3C and FLEX Missions

The two climate-monitoring missions will provide observations of Earth’s oceans, land surfaces and vegetation. CHELMSFORD, UNITED KINGDOM, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Teledyne Space Imaging technology was successfully launched …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 06:21 GMT

On-Line Workplace Psychology Seminars help Increase business Profits, Productivity and Customer Satisfaction

Dr. Priscila Rosa Marques announces a new set of Workplace Psychology Seminars helping to improve Business Productivity, Customer Satisfaction, and Profits SAO PAULO, SP, BRAZIL, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The success of any …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 05:56 GMT

ICRAPAIN 2026 Concludes in Kolkata With 600+ Pain Professionals and Strong International Participation

Landmark 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Pain featured 52 scientific abstracts, global faculty, hands-on training and high delegate ratings KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, INDIA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ICRAPAIN 2026 …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 04:49 GMT

Deluxe Avenues Publishes 2026 Toronto and GTA Residential Market Report

New report examines lower prices, recovering sales, tighter listings and current borrowing conditions across the GTA. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Deluxe Avenues has published its 2026 Toronto and Greater …

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Published on September 16, 2026 - 04:49 GMT

F. Moradi Business Coaching & Consulting Releases 2026 Strategic Advisory Brief

New brief reviews BDC, PMI, PwC, EY and Stanford research on advisory, AI integration and the gap between strategy and execution. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- F. Moradi Business Coaching & Consulting has …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 23:13 GMT

Christian Briggs Examines Financial Privacy and Banking Risks in New 'On The Record' Episode

SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christian Briggs Examines Financial Privacy and Banking Risks in New “On The Record” Episode The episode explores digital payment systems, economic instability, and Briggs’s …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 22:20 GMT

MEDIA ADVISORY - Thousands to Rally Across From UN: Stop Executions, Support Democratic Change in Iran

Iranian Americans to Gather as World Leaders Confront an Unresolved Iran Crisis NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As world leaders gather during the United Nations General Assembly, thousands of Iranian …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 21:15 GMT

ISAC and CSBT Announce CYTO Connect China 2027, Advancing Global Collaboration and Innovation in Cytometry

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Washington, DC, USA / Beijing, China — September 2026 — The International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) and the Chinese Society of Biotechnology (CSBT) are …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 21:01 GMT

Backed by $72M in Historical Revenue, PrimeDelta Corp. Launches Institutional Funding Campaign

Following $8.9B in transactions, PrimeDelta opens an institutional funding round to scale its compliant Layer-1 tokenization platform. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PrimeDelta Corp. ("PrimeDelta…

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 20:02 GMT

H.E. Mohammed Al-Jadaan, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Finance, Opens Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh

• Minister of Finance and Chairman of FSDP underlines Kingdom's financial sector resilience and ability to support new markets RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- • Minister of Finance and Chairman of FSDP …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:59 GMT

JAX Hub Delivers Commercial Wins for Paysafe and Jacksonville

Paysafe reports "exceptional ROI" as inaugural cohort moves beyond the program, with commercial opportunities advancing and planning underway for the next phase JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:45 GMT

Dois Projetos Brasileiros São Finalistas do Premios Verdes 2026 no Equador

Projetos do Rio de Janeiro e de Fortaleza unem restauração ambiental, reintegração social e economia circular. CUENCA, AZUAY, ECUADOR, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iniciativas desenvolvidas no Rio de Janeiro e em Fortaleza estão entre os 52 …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:06 GMT

Bezos.ai Rebrands as Gonini: A New Chapter for Cross-Border Ecommerce Fulfilment

Gonini, formerly Bezos.ai, completes its rebrand, keeping the same team and infrastructure behind its UK-EU cross-border fulfilment services. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The UK based ecommerce fulfilment …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

SW North America Announces New BA space5 Large-Format Machining Center at IMTS 2026

New platform brings SW productivity, automation and digital manufacturing capabilities to large, complex components CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SW North America, a leading supplier of horizontal multi- …

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