President Trump & adviser Ivanka celebrate first anniversary of W-GDP initiative

Niger: as ECOWAS force on ‘standby’ for intervention, coup leaders open to talks, say mediators

Talks between a delegation of senior Nigerian Islamic scholars and the Niger’s coup leaders in Niamey have been “constructive” and the latter are open to diplomacy to resolve a standoff with West Africa’s regional bloc, ECOWAS, the Nigerian religious leaders said on Sunday (13 August). In a sign the ECOWAS bloc is still pushing for […]

Libya: Ansar al-Sharia becomes first Libyan extremist group to dissolve

Ansar al-Sharia, a group that became famous in 2012 after the US held it responsible for killing its Ambassador to Libya Chris Stevens together with three other Americans has disbanded. The group explained in a statement that it has been “weakened” by the latest round of fighting with the Libyan National Army led by Khalifa […]

Ghana: Veteran leader seeks presidential comeback amid economic crisis

Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama, a 65-year-old political veteran with experience across all governmental levels, campaigns for a return to leadership amid national economic challenges. His political journey, shaped by personal experiences including his father’s imprisonment during a military coup, has included roles as parliamentarian, minister, vice-president, and president. Mahama’s diverse background encompasses academic […]