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Published on 02:57 GMT

Ewalefoh: Faster Approvals, Stronger Oversight, Political Will Driving Nigeria’s PPP Infrastructure Investment

Two years into his tenure as Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission,Dr. Jobson Oseodion Ewelafoh believes private-sector investment is critical to bridging Nigeria’s huge infrastructure deficit, particularly in energy and …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Sovereignty in Our Soil: Securing Ghana's Botanical Wealth and the Industrialization of the Neem Asset

In the shifting landscape of global pharmacology and bio-economics, traditional botanical knowledge has emerged as a high-stakes frontier for intellectual property exploitation. While multinational entities aggressively scour the global South for …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Oct 14, 2026

How Europe’s most wanted cocaine trafficker turned Sierra Leone into the world’s first true narco state

As abductions go, few have been more brazen. Alan Jalloh was with two friends outside Goodies supermarket, frantic as usual with late afternoon shoppers. Rush hour in downtown Freetown, Sierra Leone’s capital, was under way with familiar gusto. A black …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Oct 16, 2026

British Guardian newspaper story : How Europe’s most wanted cocaine trafficker turned Sierra Leone into the world’s ...

A black Toyota Rav4 forced its way through the Peninsula highway traffic. Witnesses describe burly white men leaping out, yanking on balaclavas. Jalloh, 40, seemed to freeze. As did his two friends, one a famous Freetown footballer. All three were dragged …

Source: Cocorioko - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 9, 2026

AFLI: Book Buzz Foundation, EU advocate world-class literature festival for cultural exchange, literary development

The Director of Book Buzz Foundation, Lola Shoneyin, has said Abuja deserves a world-class literature festival capable of positioning the Federal Capital Territory as a leading destination for cultural exchange, literary development and intellectual …

Source: Blueprint Newspapers Limited - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 27, 2026

Cameroon Bananas: CFAF 31.6bn EU Support Lifted Output but Left Export Markets Undiversified

The European Union provided €48.1 million, or about CFAF 31.6 billion, to Cameroon’s banana industry between 2013 and 2024, helping producers improve yields, reduce losses and modernize part of their infrastructure. The support came as the erosion of …

Source: Business in Cameroon - Neutral
Published on Oct 1, 2026

EU parliament calls for closer scrutiny of aid programmes in Africa

The European Union (EU) parliament has called for closer scrutiny of aid programmes in Africa to ensure they deliver measurable and sustainable benefits to people in partner countries. Udo Bullmann, member of the European parliament, said the move was …

Source: Nigerian Eye - Neutral
Published on Oct 5, 2026

Fallout and next steps: how Benin-Germany security deal reshapes regional stability debates

Cotonou and Berlin are on the verge of sealing a landmark security pact that has ignited intense regional discussions. As non-state armed groups from the Sahel exert pressure on northern Benin, the impending agreement signals a pivotal shift in how Africa’ …

Source: Mali Seven - Pending
Published on Oct 5, 2026

Algeria’s bold African pivot: how closed borders test South-South cooperation beyond Cotonou

The Benin Deal Room 2026, held in Cotonou this past September, has become a flashpoint for the real-world limits of Africa’s economic integration—and Algeria’s bold strategy to push past them. While the summit drew headlines for flashy investment pledges …

Source: Mali Seven - Pending
Published on Sep 23, 2026

Europe and Russia's Uneven Grip on African Sovereignty

Africa in 2026 is not choosing between two great powers so much as being courted by a crowded field of them, and the contest over what African sovereignty actually means, control over resources, security or narrative, sits at the centre of it. Russia's …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Oct 2, 2026

Energy Security: Making African Private Capital a Lever for Transformation

By Dr. Mohamed H’MIDOUCHE, Economist, author, researcher, and former international civil servant Global crises, geopolitical shocks, and climate disruptions make the energy transformation of Africa more urgent. In addition to the efforts of states and …

Source: Kapital Afrik - Pending
Published on Oct 1, 2026

Multilateral cooperation and confidence-building in cyberspace

The number of cyber incidents involving state actors and state-controlled actors is rising worldwide – particularly in the OSCE region – yet the diplomatic instruments designed to contain such incidents receive comparatively little attention. The OSCE ( …

Source: PubAffairs Bruxelles - Neutral
Published on Sep 29, 2026

UK transit visa for Senegal: mounting fallout and the road ahead

Listen to the article≈ 5 min 1× The United Kingdom has tightened its entry rules for nine West African nations, Senegal among them, with the introduction of a mandatory airport transit visa. The decision, issued by the Home Office, now applies even to …

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

UK airport transit visa shake-up: Senegal faces a pivotal moment for West African mobility

Listen now4 min listen x1 The United Kingdom has dramatically tightened entry regulations for nine West African nations, including Senegal, placing them under the Airport Transit Visa (ATV) regime. According to updated directives from the Home Office, …

Source: Burkina Times - Pending
Published on Sep 24, 2026

Jihadist expansion destabilizes coastal West Africa

Jihadist groups are moving south from the Sahel, exploiting weak governance, local grievances and illicit economies. Jan. 26, 2026: A community guard stands watch in Baidi, Nigeria, days after a Lakurawa raid that killed several residents. The group, …

Source: Geopolitical Intelligence Services - Neutral
Published on Oct 16, 2026

BEYOND WASHINGTON: How Accord’s Olawepo-Hashim Is Building A Four Continent Lobby To Secure Nigeria Beyond 2027

As Nigeria’s political class intensifies its battle for influence in Washington ahead of the 2027 presidential election, Accord Party presidential candidate Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim is executing a fundamentally different strategy, a four continent, …

Source: NewsBreakNaija - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 13, 2026

Membership Is Not Strategy: Ghana, BRICS And The Discipline Of Clubs

On 6 October, during a visit by India's External Affairs Minister, Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced that Cabinet had approved a formal application to join BRICS. Dr Jaishankar pledged India's support but noted that …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Oct 13, 2026

Feature: Membership Is Not Strategy: Ghana, BRICS And The Discipline Of Clubs

On 6 October, during a visit by India’s External Affairs Minister, Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced that Cabinet had approved a formal application to join BRICS. Dr Jaishankar pledged India’s support but noted that the wider …

Source: The Chronicle - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 11, 2026

Abuja literary festival explores AI, democracy, culture, identity

The inaugural Abuja Festival of Literature and Ideas has opened with calls for greater investment in reading culture, stronger international cultural partnerships and critical engagement with emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. The …

Source: Abuja Inquirer - Neutral

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 10:15 GMT

Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria and Representative to ECOWAS Yu Dunhai Meets with New President of the ECOWAS Commission ...

On October 12, 2026, H.E. Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria and Representative to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), met with H.E. General Birame Diop, new President of the ECOWAS Commission. Ambassador Yu congratulated …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 09:55 GMT

New ECOWAS Commission President General Birame Diop confirmed to join AFRIDEX 2026

LAGOS, NIGERIA, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- General Birame Diop, the new President of the ECOWAS Commission and former Senegalese Minister of the Armed Forces, has been confirmed to speak at the Africa International Defence Exhibition …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 05:35 GMT

EU Commits USD23M to Boost Nigeria’s Military Amid Security Crisis

(MENAFN) The European Union has committed €20 million ($23 million) in military assistance to Nigeria, a major push to deepen security ties as the country grapples with entrenched violence. The package emerged from talks in Abuja between Defense Minister …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 02:53 GMT

EU Commits Defense Funding to Support Nigerian Military

(MENAFN) The European Union has pledged €20 million, equivalent to approximately $23 million, in defense assistance to Nigeria's armed forces to strengthen security cooperation and help address ongoing instability across the country. The proposed …

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Published on October 20, 2026 - 16:23 GMT

Nigeria-Biafra War E.Con.O.My Makes a Case for Reparations Over Postwar Wealth Seizures

Criminologist Onwubiko Agozino examines lost savings, legal barriers, and accountability through a human-rights intervention from Eastern Nigeria’s postwar era. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What happened to …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on October 13, 2026 - 18:35 GMT

Apex Capital Partners Acquires Peck & Nascimben Global, a Citizenship by Investment Firm Licensed in African Countries

TORONTO, Oct. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apex Capital Partners, a boutique advisory firm specializing in Investment Migration for high-net-worth clients, today announced that it has acquired Peck & Nascimben Global, a Zürich-based citizenship and …

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Published on October 20, 2026 - 13:18 GMT

ILO, NIRAS partnership strengthens productivity and decent work in Ghana agriculture

ACCRA, Ghana – The International Labour Organization (ILO) and NIRAS International Consulting (NIRAS A/S) have signed a cooperation agreement, supported by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), to improve productivity and decent work …

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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 October 22, 2026 - 09:12 GMT

The Unwritten book- Nuevo Libro Sobre Habilidades Humanas en la Era de la IA

Miljan Milan y Dieter Avella unen liderazgo e investigación para ayudar a otros a afrontar la incertidumbre, crear confianza y crecer profesionalmente. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A medida que las empresas …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 09:08 GMT

JobNet Launches Online Real-time Salary Survey in Cambodia

JobNet.com.kh officially launched its popular and widely used JobNet Online Salary Survey (OSS) for Cambodia PHNOM PENH, PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phnom Penh, Cambodia — JobNet.com.kh officially launched its …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 09:08 GMT

Keeper Security Launches AI-Powered Phishing Protection To Warn Users Before Entering Credentials on Fake Sites

On-device AI detects look-alike domains, spoofed sites and credential harvesting before a password is entered LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keeper Security, the leading zero-trust and zero-knowledge identity …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 09:08 GMT

JobNet Group Releases JobNet Online Salary Survey v3 at HR Professional Series Event

Business and HR Leaders joined the JobNet HR Leadership event: The Talent Value Advantage: Compensation, Brand & EVP Strategies to Win and Keep Top Talent YANGON, MYANMAR, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yangon, Myanmar - Tuesday 13th …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 08:20 GMT

Agili8, AST Networks, OneWeb and Intellian sponsor practical aid to Nepal through Methodist Medical Mission

Leading global companies rally support to Nepalese flood victims through Australian Methodist Medical Mission PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Agili8, AST Networks, Intellian and OneWeb, have combined …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

Poland's Ministry of Health Signs Agreement with HealthAI, Advancing Responsible AI Governance in Health Across Europe

Poland signs MoU with HealthAI, charting course for Poland's full membership in the GRN and reinforcing Europe's growing commitment to responsible AI in health. GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HealthAI - The …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, International Organizations ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 05:58 GMT

As AI Reshapes Work, New Book Tackles the Human Skills People Are Told to Build but Rarely Taught

Miljan Milan and Dieter Avella connect leadership experience and published research to help people navigate uncertainty, build trust and grow. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As companies adopt AI, people face …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 05:56 GMT

John Abraham Advocates Clinician-Led Healthcare Leadership in Singapore

Rapid Group founder highlights patient-centred decisions, professional accountability and sustainable healthcare leadership. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- John Abraham, a practising physiotherapist and …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 05:41 GMT

Miracle Surrogacy to Attend ASRM 2026 Congress, Expo and President’s Gala in Baltimore

Participation highlights professional collaboration, continuing education and a commitment to aligning surrogacy practices with ASRM guidance. BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Miracle Surrogacy will attend …

Distribution channels: Companies, Education ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 05:22 GMT

Dr. Carmelo Santillán Ramos Refuerza la Proyección de CSR Consulting Tras Reconocimientos en Oxford y Harvard

El CEO de CSR Consulting consolida su trayectoria global en sostenibilidad, ESG y EcoVadis tras reconocimientos recibidos en Oxford y Harvard. MONTERREY, NUEVO LEóN, MEXICO, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El Dr. Carmelo Santillán Ramos, …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 04:44 GMT

APWG eCrime Symposium Announces Final Roll of Accepted Papers Clearing Review for This Year's eCrime Conference

CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The managing chairs of APWG’s 2026 Symposium on Electronic Crime Research (eCrime) today announced 14 accepted papers selected from more than 40 submissions to this year's APWG …

Distribution channels: IT Industry, International Organizations ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:45 GMT

Rectifiers Market Revenue Expected to Exceed $9.1 Billion by 2030 Driven by Increasing Demand

The Business Research Company's Rectifiers Market Revenue Expected to Exceed $9.1 Billion by 2030 Driven by Increasing Demand LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The rectifiers market has …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Electronics Industry ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

Quantum Computing and Communications Market Report Analyzes Market Trends, Segment Details, and Corporate Strategies

The Business Research Company's Quantum Computing and Communications Market Report Analyzes Market Trends, Segment Details, and Corporate Strategies LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

Radio Frequency Gallium Nitride Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast to Reach $3.49 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company's Radio Frequency Gallium Nitride Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast to Reach $3.49 Billion by 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The radio frequency ( …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Emergency Services ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

Global RF Power Semiconductor Market Size, Share, Trends and Growth Forecast at 9.3% CAGR

The Business Research Company's Global RF Power Semiconductor Market Size, Share, Trends and Growth Forecast at 9.3% CAGR LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The radio frequency (RF) power …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

Real-Time Analytics Market Report Details Key Segments, Regional Developments, and Leading Competitors

The Business Research Company's Real-Time Analytics Market Report Details Key Segments, Regional Developments, and Leading Competitors LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The real-time …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:15 GMT

Queue Management Kiosks Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2030

The Business Research Company's Queue Management Kiosks Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The queue management kiosks market has seen …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:15 GMT

Global Ready-To-Use Curry Sales Market Size, Share, Trends, and Growth Forecast

The Business Research Company's Global Ready-To-Use Curry Sales Market Size, Share, Trends, and Growth Forecast LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The ready to use curry sales market has seen …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Consumer Goods ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:15 GMT

Radio Frequency (RF) Semiconductor Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast to Reach $42.64 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company's Radio Frequency (RF) Semiconductor Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast to Reach $42.64 Billion by 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The radio …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

The Outlook for the Rectifier Diodes Market Improves as Global Demand Increases

The Business Research Company's The Outlook for the Rectifier Diodes Market Improves as Global Demand Increases LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The rectifier diodes market has seen significant …

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