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Published on Mar 3, 2026

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Strengthens Regional Statistical Systems Through Five Technical ...

From 2 to 6 March 2026, Côte d’Ivoire is hosting a high-level regional consultation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), providing a strategic and inclusive platform for reflection on the future of the Community. This important …

Source: Africa.com - Center-left
Published on Mar 4, 2026

West African states to create new force to fight jihadists in region

The 12 countries of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have reportedly decided to create a new force to fight jihadists operating in the region. Sources told the AFP news agency that military chiefs made the decision during a meeting in …

Source: Africanews - Neutral
Published on Mar 4, 2026

Ghana’s 13m goats, sheep at risk from deadly PPR disease – RAHC

About 265 million ruminants across the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are under threat from the deadly Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) disease, the ECOWAS Regional Animal Health Centre (RAHC) has revealed. In Ghana alone, approximately …

Source: Ghanaian Times - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 4, 2026

The Hormuz Tax: Why Africa Pays the Bill for Wars It Never Voted For

By James Woods* The Thirty-Nineth (39th) Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) made a strong call for African solidarity, financial independence, and a collective push to shape the global agenda On the …

Source: Pan African Visions - Pending
Published on Mar 3, 2026

How a crisis over a stockpile of uranium created an opening for US reengagement in Niger

Bottom lines up front The failed coup attempt in Benin on December 7, 2025, represents a pivotal moment for US policy in the Sahel. In the immediate aftermath, regional attention focused on Nigeria’s swift military intervention and the Economic Community …

Source: Atlantic Council - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 3, 2026

ECOWAS Turns Mobile Phone Data Into Policy Tool in Abidjan Statistics Drive

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched five simultaneous technical workshops in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, aimed at overhauling how the bloc’s member states collect, harmonise, and share statistical data, with one session breaking …

Source: News Ghana - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 3, 2026

Can AfCFTA unlock West Africa’s economic potential?

With a combined market potential estimated at $3.4 trillion, the region has long aspired to transform itself from a loose trading bloc into a fully integrated economic powerhouse. Now, the operationalization of the African Continental Free Trade Area ( …

Source: Quick News Africa - Pending
Published on Mar 2, 2026

West African regional army: Why thousands of soldiers are deploying

West African nations have agreed to activate a regional standby force to combat waves of violence by cross-border armed groups in the region. The decision was made last week at a days-long security meeting of military chiefs of the Economic Community of …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 4, 2026

How Nigeria’s Defense Sector Is Opening to Global Investment

Babajimi Benson In a defining moment for Nigeria’s national security and economic future, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s signing of the Defense Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) Act 2023 marks the dawn of a new era. As the legislator who sponsored …

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

Can AfCFTA unlock ECOWAS’ economic potential?

By Mark Longyen, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) stands at a defining economic crossroads. With a combined market potential estimated at 3.4 trillion dollars, the region has long aspired to transform …

Source: News Agency of Nigeria - NAN - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 3, 2026

ECOWAS holds technical workshops to boost regional statistics in Abidjan

A series of five regional technical workshops aimed at strengthening statistical systems in West Africa has begun on the sidelines of a consultation on the future of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Abidjan. The workshops, running …

Source: The Herald Ghana - Pending
Published on Feb 27, 2026

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Establishes a Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Framework for Tax ...

The Regional Steering Committee for the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Tax Transition Programme was officially inaugurated from February 24 to 26, 2026, in Cotonou, Republic of Benin. This inaugural meeting brought together …

Source: Africa.com - Center-left
Published on Mar 3, 2026

ECOWAS ramps up ‘Summit of the Future’ plans as 50th anniversary nears climax

The Vice-President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Mrs Damtien Tchintchibidja, has met with Togo’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prof. Robert Dussey, as preparations intensify for the bloc’s upcoming “Summit of the …

Source: The Herald Ghana - Pending
Published on Mar 3, 2026

ICRC, ECOWAS strengthen civilian protection policy

By Franca Ofili The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), an impartial, neutral, and independent humanitarian organisation, is dedicated to protecting the lives and dignity of people affected by armed conflicts and other forms of violence …

Source: News Diary Online - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 2, 2026

ECOWAS Vice President Holds Talks in Lomé on Summit and 50th Anniversary Close

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has stepped up preparations for its upcoming Summit of the Future, with Vice President Damtien Tchintchibidja travelling to Lomé on Thursday, February 26, 2026, for high-level talks with …

Source: News Ghana - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 3, 2026

Riding Beyond Borders: A Customs Officer’s Journey Through Africa and Europe

From 21st August to 10th October 2025, Akpevwe Attracta Ogboru travelled by motorbike from Lagos to Brussels to deepen her understanding of how borders operate and what travellers and traders, especially women, experience. In this article she explains her …

Source: World Customs Organization News - Gov't Institution
Published on Mar 3, 2026

CISLAC, partners collaborate to strengthen legislative accountability in Nigeria

Africa Auwal Rafsanjani, Executive Director CISLAC and Head Transparency International (centre), Chibuzo Okereke, President, ERGAF-AFRICA (left) and Ugochukwu Munachi, Programme Manager, Christian Aid (right) at the meeting in Abuja on Tuesday. Executive …

Source: Realnews Magazine - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 3, 2026

Central African Republic launches high-quality digitization project

Africa A historic step in the modernization of the Central African Republic’s public administration. With the official launch of the Dûnîa digital platform, an entire ministry was fully digitized for the first time – both in terms of internal processes and …

Source: Realnews Magazine - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 3, 2026

‘The entire region is sliding into chaos’: Africa reacts to the Middle East crisis

Regional blocs have called for restraint, while flights are suspended African nations and regional blocs have responded to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, after US-Israeli strikes killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and …

Source: The Press United - Pending

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

Micropolis Signs $9.3 Million Commercial Development and Multi-Year Distribution Agreement with AfricAI to Expand AI-...

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micropolis Robotics (NYSE: MCRP) (“Micropolis” or the “Company”), a pioneer in unmanned ground vehicles (“UGVs”) and AI-driven autonomous mobility solutions, today announced it has signed a …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 15:47 GMT

Courts are playing a growing role in ending female genital mutilation, new research finds

Marking International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, a new report outlines the opportunities and challenges of litigating FGM cases. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Courts are emerging as …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:47 GMT

Pharmaceutical Validation Services Market Trends and Regional Analysis from 2026 to 2030

The Business Research Company’s Pharmaceutical Validation Services Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pharmaceutical validation …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:47 GMT

Paid Language Model Market Projected to Reach $13.23 Billion with an 18% CAGR by 2030

The Business Research Company’s Paid Language Model Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The paid language model market is quickly …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:47 GMT

The Pharmaceutical Analytical Testing Outsourcing Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.2% between 2026 and 2030

The Business Research Company’s Pharmaceutical Analytical Testing Outsourcing Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pharmaceutical …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:17 GMT

GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Market 2026: Assess Market Momentum in Metabolic and Diabetes Therapies

The Business Research Company's GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Market 2026: Assess Market Momentum in Metabolic and Diabetes Therapies LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The GLP-1 Receptor Agonist …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Electronics Industry ...
Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Polycythemia Market Expected to Reach $6.53 Billion by 2030 - Comprehensive Report from The Business Research Company

Polycythemia Market Expected to Reach $6.53 Billion by 2030 - Comprehensive Report from The Business Research Company LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The polycythemia market has seen substantial …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Chemical Industry ...
Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Space Propellant Tank Market 2026: Assess Engineering Breakthroughs Powering Modern Space Missions

The Business Research Company's Space Propellant Tank Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Space Propellant Tank market is …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Porcelain Market Expected to Expand at a 6.1% CAGR Until 2030: Industry Analysis

The Business Research Company's Porcelain Market Expected to Expand at a 6.1% CAGR Until 2030: Industry Analysis LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The porcelain sector has experienced notable …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Portable Biotoxicity Detectors Market Trends, Segmentation, Regional Insights & Forecast to 2030

The Business Research Company's Portable Biotoxicity Detectors Market Trends, Segmentation, Regional Insights & Forecast to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The portable biotoxicity …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine Market 2026: Monitor Vaccine Development and Immunization Expansion Strategies

The Business Research Company's Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Respiratory Syncytial Virus …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Phone Local Large Language Model Market: Analysis of Future Demand and Leading Key Players Through 2030

The Business Research Company's Phone Local Large Language Model Market: Analysis of Future Demand and Leading Key Players Through 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The phone local large …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Playbook Orchestration Market: Trends & Analysis

The Business Research Company's Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Playbook Orchestration Market: Trends & Analysis LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The landscape of physical …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Plant-Derived Analgesics Market Outlook: Growth Trends, Competitive Landscape & Forecast to 2030

The Business Research Company's Plant-Derived Analgesics Market Outlook: Growth Trends, Competitive Landscape & Forecast to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The market for plant- …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Analysis Report on Pole Attachment Management Market Size, Share, and Trends by Product

The Business Research Company's Analysis Report on Pole Attachment Management Market Size, Share, and Trends by Product LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The pole attachment management market …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Electronic Bill Presentment And Payment Market 2026: Track Digital Payment Innovations Driving Financial Efficiency

The Business Research Company's Electronic Bill Presentment And Payment Market 2026: Track Digital Payment Innovations Driving Financial Efficiency LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The Electronic Bill …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Pork Market 2026: Analyze Supply Chain Dynamics and Global Consumption Patterns

The Business Research Company's Pork Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pork market is dominated by a mix of global meat processors …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Home Bedding Market 2026: Identify Consumer Trends Shaping Comfort and Sleep Solutions

The Business Research Company's Home Bedding Market 2026: Identify Consumer Trends Shaping Comfort and Sleep Solutions LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The Home Bedding market is dominated by …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Intelligent Unmanned Underwater Navigation Systems Market 2026: Advancing Autonomous Marine Operations

The Business Research Company's Intelligent Unmanned Underwater Navigation Systems Market 2026: Advancing Autonomous Marine Operations LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The Intelligent Unmanned …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Distributive Data Base Option For Large Language Model (LLM) Released By Scientel

Powered by Gensonix AI DB, Scientel ‘s LLM solution supports multiple DB nodes in a single LLM application ANN ARBOR, MI, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The distributive Data Base (DB) is an optional configuration that was released …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:04 GMT

In-Depth Analysis of the Power Transmission Lines Towers Market: Key Opportunities and Challenges

The Business Research Company's In-Depth Analysis of the Power Transmission Lines Towers Market: Key Opportunities and Challenges LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The demand for power …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 05:03 GMT

Power Quality as a Service Industry Analysis: Market Competition and Future Outlook

The Business Research Company's Power Quality as a Service Industry Analysis: Market Competition and Future Outlook LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The power quality as a service market is gaining …

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