West African juntas impose levy on imported goods
Originally established in 2023 as a security alliance among the military governments of these countries—each coming to power through coups—the Alliance of Sahel States has evolved. It now aims to
Top 10 African countries with the highest tourism export shares
Over the past few decades, tourism has become a major economic engine for many African countries, playing a huge role in driving growth. In 2023, countries like The Gambia and
Niger Bans Grain Exports To All Bar Burkina, Mali
By Modupe Gbadeyanka A partnership has been forged between Origin Tech Group and the Lagos State government through the Ministry of Agriculture to develop innovative solutions to combat food insecurity
Niger Suspends Oil Export to China Over Row with Benin
Niger has halted oil exports to China via its pipeline to Benin’s coast, intensifying the dispute between the neighboring West African states. Oil Minister Mahamane Moustapha Barke Bako oversaw the
African Women Entrepreneurs Call for Support of Africa Free Trade
By Moki Edwin Kindzeka Yaounde — African women entrepreneurs from 35 countries have called for more support from lenders and governments to help them benefit from the African Continental Free