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Women are increasingly shaping the evolution of digital payments across West Africa, transforming monetary transactions and providing essential support to businesses. Through roles in various sectors, they are facilitating greater access to secure digital financial systems.
Air Peace has announced the relaunch of its monthly direct flights connecting Lagos, Nigeria, to Barbados, with a stopover in Antigua. The service is set to begin on May 24, 2026, and will be the sole direct air link from West and Central Africa to the Caribbean.
The Intergovernmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) has appealed to media organisations to join forces in the fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism across Africa. This call was made during a recent visit to Media Trust Group in Abuja.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has dispatched 15 long-term observers to Benin in preparations for the presidential election scheduled for April 12, 2026, aimed at ensuring a peaceful and transparent electoral process.
Entrepreneurs and industry leaders have called for enhanced support from governments and investors to promote women's economic empowerment in West Africa at the Zoho Women in Business Summit 2026. They emphasized the need for a broader definition of business success that transcends mere financial gain.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has entered discussions with Energy China International to improve electricity access and infrastructure across the region. The collaboration aims to strengthen grid systems and boost energy projects.
The Republic of Togo is looking to increase its electricity imports from Nigeria's Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). This move aims to address the growing demand for power and extend electricity access to new customers across the nation.
The University of Ilorin has partnered with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to create a research centre, promoting collaboration and excellence in engineering and technology. This initiative will be the first of its kind in West Africa.
Industry experts have pinpointed inadequate standardisation, ineffective logistics, and inconsistent policies as significant challenges to intra-African trade, urging governments to enhance value addition and facilitate the smooth transit of goods. This was highlighted during the West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade Summit & Exhibition in Lagos.
Air Peace is expanding its regional operations by introducing new flight routes in West Africa, which will commence on April 1, 2026. This initiative aims to improve travel options and connectivity across major cities in the region.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has raised alarms about the potential economic consequences stemming from the escalating conflict in the Gulf region, which could exacerbate inflation and affect food security in West Africa.
Navigating between neighboring West African capitals can be tricky and time-consuming. A recent journey from Conakry, Guinea to Freetown, Sierra Leone illustrates the complexities involved in traveling in the region, emphasizing the need for better transport connections.
Nigeria and the ECOWAS Court of Justice have initiated discussions on reforms aimed at strengthening the enforcement of regional judgments, acknowledging that weak compliance poses a significant threat to the credibility of West African justice mechanisms.
Kemi Busari, the editor of DUBAWA Nigeria, has been elected as the representative for West Africa on the Africa Facts Advisory Committee, a body dedicated to enhancing collaboration among fact-checking organizations across the continent.
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reiterated its commitment to fostering partnerships among telecommunications regulators in West Africa to enhance digital integration and improve connectivity across borders.
