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Published on 10:59 GMT

Ghana’s NTEs to Africa hit $1.5bn in 2025, Togo top ECOWAS destination

By Issah Mohammed, GNA Accra, Sept. 30, GNA – Ghana’s Non-Traditional Exports (NTEs) to Africa reached US$1.50 billion in 2025, with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) accounting for the bulk of …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on Sep 29, 2026

Hon. Mabinty Funna Sheds Light on Her Encounters at the ECOWAS Parliamentary Seminar and Extra Ordinary Session in Ghana

A ranking member of the Sierra Leone Parliamentary Delegation to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament, Hon. Mabinty F. A. Funna representing the people Constituency 054 Tonkolili District, All Peoples Congress (APC) party has …

Source: Sierraloaded - Center-right
Published on 10:10 GMT

Campaign to Shake Off ‘Country of Particular Concern’ Tag Moves to UN

By Omoyeni Ojeifo Nigeria is working with the United Nations, UN, and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to strengthen border security and secure the country’s exit from the “country of particular concern” status, Nigeria’s Permanent …

Source: Per Second News - Pending
Published on 08:59 GMT

ECO Currency Launch in 2027

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has confirmed a July, 2027 launch date of its regional currency. But ECOWAS has not resolved several fundamental concerns with regard to the exchange-rate framework, monetary policy governance, the …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Sep 29, 2026

AES countries to hold negotiations on new agreement with ECOWAS

The countries of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), comprising Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, intend to hold talks on a new framework agreement with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This was announced on 28 September by the office of …

Source: African Initiative - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Sep 29, 2026

ECOWAS Parliament adopts 2027 work plan and budget at Accra ...

The ECOWAS Parliament has adopted its 2027 Annual Work Plan and Budget Estimates at the end of its Second Extraordinary Session of 2026 held in Accra. The session, which took place from September 21 to 27, considered a number of institutional, regional and …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Sep 29, 2026

ECOWAS urged to remove barriers to women’s participation in global trade

Member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have been urged to implement policies aimed at removing barriers that prevent women entrepreneurs from actively participating in global trade. The Minister of Gender, Children and …

Source: Ghanaian Times - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 29, 2026

Winners of 2nd ECOWAS Startup Awards to bag $65,000

Winners of the Second Edition of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Startup Awards will cart away a total sum of $65,000, organisers have said. Speaking at the final stage of the contest in Abuja on Monday, the ECOWAS Commissioner for …

Source: Daily Trust - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 29, 2026

ECOWAS Startup Awards ‘ll drive regional integration, job creation — Commissioner ‌‌‌‌‌‍⁠⁠‌⁠‍⁠‌⁠‍‌

‌‌‌‌‌‍⁠⁠‌⁠‍⁠‌⁠‍‌ By Philomina Attah The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says its Startup Awards will drive regional integration, industrialisation and inclusion by producing scalable West African businesses that survive, create …

Source: News Agency of Nigeria - NAN - Pro-Government
Published on 08:36 GMT

Experts warn of emerging security threats in West Africa

Africa EXPERTS have warned that West Africa’s security landscape is changing rapidly, requiring stronger regional cooperation and collective action to tackle emerging threats. They spoke at the pre-West African Peace and Security Dialogue (WAPSeD) 2027 …

Source: Realnews Magazine - Indeterminate
Published on 06:35 GMT

Who can speak on behalf of the people? The new frontiers of protest in the Sahel

Demonstrations in the Sahel: (left) Mali, (center) Niger, and (right) Burkina Faso. Screenshots via YouTube. This post is part of Global Voices’ September 2026 Spotlight series, “Protest in Democracy.” With this Spotlight, we seek to explore the many forms …

Source: Global Voices - Pending
Published on 01:00 GMT

After the Entente Council-UNOWAS memorandum: reactions, debate and what lies ahead for West African peace

The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Entente Council and the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, in Abidjan-Cocody, has triggered a wave of reactions and opened a broader debate …

Source: Ouaga Info - Pending
Published on Sep 29, 2026

ECA mobilises West African SMEs to strengthen rice value chains

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has brought together West African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and business support organisations (BSOs) to unlock the rice value chain. The two-day rice value chain activation programme was …

Source: Peoples Gazette - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Leader of Burkina Faso calls on ECOWAS to develop co-operation with Russia

President of Burkina Faso Ibrahim Traoré has called on the countries of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to develop co-operation with Russia. He stated this on 28 September during a meeting with journalists. “Russia is a country that …

Source: African Initiative - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Sep 29, 2026

Africa’s Common Currency-in-Waiting

While the phased approach of the Economic Community of West African States to implementing a long-delayed single currency will maintain momentum without compromising macroeconomic discipline, the bloc still lacks a robust mechanism to address asymmetric …

Source: Project Syndicate - Center-left
Published on Sep 29, 2026

Borderless Nurses: How Rivers Women Are Living ECOWAS Integr...

Port Harcourt nurses in faded uniforms, once buying ogbono at Mile One after night duty, now run small maternities in Ghana's Central Region. Not UK japa, but strategic ECOWAS move: 90 days visa-free, three hours flight. As Ghana loses 6,000 nurses to …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Falana Drags FG To ECOWAS Court, Demands $10 Million

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has initiated a $10m damages suit against the Federal Government of Nigeria before the Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Naija News …

Source: Naija News - Neutral
Published on Sep 29, 2026

FAO urges increased investment in agroecology to boost Africa’s food security, climate resilience

The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has called for increased investment in agroecology to strengthen Africa’s food security, climate resilience and sustainable agricultural development. Hussein Gadain, FAO representative in Nigeria and the Economic …

Source: Peoples Gazette - Neutral
Published on Sep 29, 2026

Nigerians hail crucial demands made by Tinubu at 81st UNGA

Politics By Goddy Ikeh THE 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) in New York provided Nigeria with a platform to canvass reforms in global governance, economic cooperation and sustainable development. Representing President Bola …

Source: Realnews Magazine - Indeterminate

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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 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 January 7, 2026 - 03:09 GMT

ECOWAS urges international community to respect integrity of Venezuela

(MENAFN) The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has called on the international community to uphold Venezuela’s independence and territorial integrity following a US military operation that resulted in the capture of President Nicolas …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 10:22 GMT

Mine Clearance Experts Receive UK Humanitarian Medal for Lifesaving Work in Gaza

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Seven Humanity & Inclusion staff have been awarded the Humanitarian Medal, approved by HM The King, for their lifesaving work in Gaza. They are the first Explosive Ordnance …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

Vera Welcomes Trevor Tierney as Senior Manager, Advisory to Manage Workforce-Readiness Learning and Development

Learning and human development leader brings career experience in coaching, program design, and scalable learning systems to Vera. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vera today announced that Trevor Tierney, M.S …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 08:53 GMT

Hummingbird Executive: Where the World’s Wealthiest Go Off-Market created by a HNWI for HNWIs

What if your assets, investments and travels could stay private—shared only with the right people, on a members-only platform? CANNES, FRANCE, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hummingbird Executive Introduces a Private Digital Ecosystem …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on September 30, 2026 - 07:48 GMT

Italian Tech Leader Alfa Sistemi Hosts High-Level Summit with Thai Embassy and BOI to Drive European Investment

Industry. Thai. Italian Tech Leader Alfa Sistemi Hosts High-Level Summit with Royal Thai Embassy and BOI to Drive European Investment into Southeast Asia PORDENONE, ITALY, ITALY, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As European enterprises …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 06:43 GMT

Comprehensive Report on the Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) Cleanup Market Including Forecasts, Innovations and Industry Insights

The Business Research Company's Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) Cleanup Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The ribonucleic …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 06:42 GMT

Rice Dryer Market Forecast Report Including Segment Analysis and Strategic Industry Insights

The Business Research Company's Rice Dryer Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The rice dryer market has been …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on September 30, 2026 - 06:42 GMT

Rice Climate Chamber Market Overview: Analysis of Demand Patterns and Competitive Landscape

The Business Research Company's Rice Climate Chamber Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "Understanding the rice …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 06:42 GMT

The Rice Dumplings Market Is Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 8.4% by 2030

The Business Research Company's Rice Dumplings Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The rice dumplings market has seen …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 06:42 GMT

Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) And Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Magnetic Purification Kits Market to Grow at a 24.4% CAGR By 2030

TBRC's Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) And Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Magnetic Purification Kits Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 06:42 GMT

Ribbon Fiber Optic Jumper Market Expected to Reach $2.74 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion

The Business Research Company's Rewritable Film Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The ribbon fiber optic jumper …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Four Children, One Circle of Life: F4LC Opens a Fund for Pediatric Liver Transplants

A U.S. 501(c)(3) with a record of living-donor transplants in Mexico sets a public goal and pays hospitals and labs directly against invoices. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fight For Life Club Foundation ( …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 05:13 GMT

TransWorld Logistics Releases 2026 Shipping Time Guidance for China–Europe Trade Routes

SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A useful estimate of shipping time from China to Europe starts with the exact shipment, not a continent-wide average. Origin, destination, transport mode, customs procedures and …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 04:00 GMT

United Cerebral Palsy Announces 2026 Research Grant Awardees Advancing Innovation in Cerebral Palsy Care

Three projects will receive funding to advance clinical and translational research, improve care, and address gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and healthcare. VIENNA, VA, UNITED STATES, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Cerebral Palsy …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 21:52 GMT

Destination Stewardship Earns Kirkus Starred Review as Destinations Rethink Tourism Growth

Award-winning journalist and author Tonya Fitzpatrick explores how destinations can grow without sacrificing communities, culture or resilience. SILVER SPRING, MD, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Destination Stewardship: …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 21:04 GMT

pdfRest Launches Create ZUGFeRD PDF API Tool for Automated German and French E-Invoicing Workflows

New REST API Tool Builds and Validates Compliant ZUGFeRD and Factur-X Hybrid Invoices in a Single Workflow CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- pdfRest, by Datalogics, announced the launch of the Create ZUGFeRD …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

International Association for Near-Death Studies to Host European/African Symposium on Near-Death Experiences October 31

DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association for Near-Death Studies will host its second European/African Symposium on Near-Death Experiences Saturday, October 31, 2026 via Zoom. The …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Stephen Shaya, M.D. Receives 2026 Agent of Change Award at the United Nations During UN General Assembly

UNITED NATIONS, NY, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stephen Shaya, M.D., Executive Servant Leader at J&B Medical and Managing Director of Akkad Holdings, received the 2026 Agent of Change Award from the Global …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 14:45 GMT

Receiver-In-The-Ear (RITE) Hearing Aid Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast to 2030

The Business Research Company's Receiver-In-The-Ear (RITE) Hearing Aid Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The receiver-in-the-ear (RITE) …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

Radio Frequency (RF) Signal Amplifier Market to Reach $51.48 Billion by 2030: Growth and Trends

The Business Research Company's Radio Frequency (RF) Signal Amplifier Market to Reach $51.48 Billion by 2030: Growth and Trends LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The radio frequency (RF) …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

The Radio Frequency (RF) Vector Signal Analyzer Market Is Projected to Grow Rapidly at a 10.5% CAGR Through 2030

The Business Research Company's The Radio Frequency (RF) Vector Signal Analyzer Market Is Projected to Grow Rapidly at a 10.5% CAGR Through 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The radio …

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