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Published on 04:03 GMT

Stakeholders chart path to automotive trade growth in West Africa

The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has urged West African states to consider a refined automotive policy for the growth and development of the industry. The Director-General of NADDC, Joseph Osanipin, made the call at the West …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on 09:11 GMT

RwandAir abandons West Africa routes for Mombasa, Zanzibar

Rwanda’s national carrier has been forced to abandon three of its West African routes due to the cost of operating them following a ban by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) from using its airspace. RwandAir CEO Yvonne Makolo, while addressing the …

Source: Zawya - Indeterminate
Published on 11:14 GMT

Chinese defence firm strikes arms deal with Nigeria, deepening ties with West Africa

Source: South China Morning Post - Indeterminate
Published on May 15, 2025

ECOWAS Trains Ivorian Journalists to Combat Misinformation in West Africa

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has concluded a two-day workshop in Abidjan to strengthen media resilience against misinformation and disinformation. Held from 13-14 May 2025, the training equipped Ivorian journalists with tools to …

Source: News Ghana - Indeterminate
Published on May 15, 2025

Africa File, May 15, 2025: JNIM Seizes Burkinabe Provincial Capital in Latest Blow to Traoré; IS West Africa Regains the ...

Data Cutoff: May 15, 2025, at 10 a.m. EST To receive the weekly Africa File or daily Congo War Security Review via email, please subscribe here. Follow CTP on X, LinkedIn, and BlueSky. The Critical Threats Project’s Africa File provides regular analysis …

Source: Critical Threats - Washington D.C. - Center-right
Published on May 15, 2025

West Africa's fuel imports surge as Dangote refinery undergoes maintenance, cuts output

This temporary reduction in fuel output from the Dangote refinery considered as the largest in the region, led to increased reliance on fuel imports to meet regional demand. During the maintenance period, the refinery continued to operate at around 85% of …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
Published on 07:18 GMT

Inside Africa’s billion-dollar creator economy: From side hustles to startups

Africa represents over 17% of the world’s Internet users, and with increasing Internet penetration on the continent, there has been a surge in digital content consumption. At the heart of this are Africa’s digital content creators. In March 2025, the …

Source: Techpoint Africa - Neutral
Published on 10:57 GMT

Africa Global Logistics invests $67mln in Ivory Coast logistics expansion

Africa Global Logistics, operator of Ivory Coast’s main port, has announced plans to invest over €60m (US$67m) in inland logistics over the next five years. The move aims to strengthen the country’s position as a key transport hub and trade gateway for …

Source: Zawya - Indeterminate
Published on 10:49 GMT

Africa’s AI Communications Pioneer – Here is How Celestine Achi is Reshaping PR Strategy

In the fast-moving world of technology, few leaders can translate complex innovation into human-centered strategy. Mr. Celestine Achi does just that—and more. From keynote stages to classrooms, from digital platforms to policy roundtables, Mr. Achi has …

Source: TechEconomy - Neutral
Published on 10:57 GMT

Online webinar: Navigating economic stagnation in South Africa

South Africa’s unemployment crisis remains a serious challenge. Prof. Gabila Nubong, economist and senior lecturer at North-West University According to Statistics South Africa, the official unemployment rate dropped slightly to 31.9% in the fourth quarter …

Source: Zawya - Indeterminate