68th Ordinary Session of the Conference of Heads of State and Government: ECOWAS Leaders reaffirm zero tolerance for Unconstitutional changes of Government

ECOWAS leaders have forcefully reaffirmed their zero-tolerance stance against unconstitutional power grabs, explicitly condemning a recent coup attempt in Benin and warning exiled political actors, as seen in The Gambia, against destabilizing actions. The summit balanced this firm defense of democratic norms with commendation for successful elections in member states, highlighting a dual strategy of pressure and positive reinforcement. Critically, the bloc is strategically linking regional security with long-term economic integration and the “ECOWAS Vision 2050,Continue Reading

Monnaie ECO : la Cédéao appelle à accélérer les réformes

ECOWAS leaders express serious concern over insufficient progress toward macroeconomic convergence, jeopardizing the planned launch of the single ECO currency. They urgently call for accelerated implementation of appropriate economic policies and consensus on sensitive institutional commitments to meet critical deadlines. While acknowledging regional economic resilience and growth, the summit emphasizes that sustained fiscal reforms and a new public accounting framework are non-negotiable prerequisites for success. The repeated delays underscore a fundamental tension between ambitious integration goals and the practical economic realities faced by member states.Continue Reading

68e sommet de la CEDEAO : un réveil sous pression

West African leaders, convening in a diminished ECOWAS of only twelve states, have launched a belated but decisive regional counter-terrorism force to combat the southward spread of Sahelian violence. This move underscores a critical admission of past institutional failure and a reactive scramble to restore credibility amid profound regional fragmentation. The summit’s firm stance against unconstitutional power grabs is a direct response to recent coups, highlighting that political instability is now seen as an existential threat equal to terrorism. Ultimately, theContinue Reading

ECOWAS Deploys 200 Troops to Benin in Swift Response to Failed Coup, Signaling New Regional Stance

ECOWAS Deploys 200 Troops to Benin in Swift Response to Failed Coup, Signaling New Regional Stance ECOWAS Deploys 200 Troops to Benin in Swift Response to Failed Coup, Signaling New Regional Stance Analysis: The rapid military intervention marks a potential turning point for a bloc under pressure to defend constitutionalContinue Reading

ECOWAS Court in Crisis: Non-Compliance by Nigeria, Togo, Senegal Undermines West African Human Rights

ECOWAS Court in Crisis: Non-Compliance by Nigeria, Togo, Senegal Undermines West African Human Rights ECOWAS Court in Crisis: Non-Compliance by Nigeria, Togo, Senegal Undermines West African Human Rights An analysis of new data reveals a deepening chasm between regional legal rulings and state action, posing an existential threat to theContinue Reading

International Coalition Intensifies Pressure for Release of Niger’s Detained Former President

International Coalition Intensifies Pressure for Release of Niger’s Detained Former President International Coalition Intensifies Pressure for Release of Niger’s Detained Former President Analysis: A growing global campaign highlights the prolonged detention of Mohamed Bazoum as a critical test for democratic norms and regional stability in West Africa. A broad-based internationalContinue Reading

AES Launches Confederal Bank, Marking a Pivotal Step in Sahel Economic Sovereignty

AES Launches Confederal Bank, Marking a Pivotal Step in Sahel Economic Sovereignty AES Launches Confederal Bank, Marking a Pivotal Step in Sahel Economic Sovereignty Analysis: The new financial institution represents the most concrete economic instrument yet for the Mali-Burkina Faso-Niger alliance, signaling a long-term strategy for autonomy. In a decisiveContinue Reading

Sahel States Forge Unified Resource Strategy: AES Advances Economic Sovereignty with Regional Partners

Sahel States Forge Unified Resource Strategy: AES Advances Economic Sovereignty with Regional Partners Sahel States Forge Unified Resource Strategy: AES Advances Economic Sovereignty with Regional Partners Analysis by [Your Publication Name] | December 12, 2025 Primary Source: This report is based on information first published by Journal du Niger onContinue Reading

ECOWAS Under Bio’s Chairmanship Thwarts Benin Coup Attempt: A Test of Regional Resolve

ECOWAS Under Bio’s Chairmanship Thwarts Benin Coup Attempt: A Test of Regional Resolve ECOWAS Under Bio’s Chairmanship Thwarts Benin Coup Attempt: A Test of Regional Resolve An analysis of the regional bloc’s decisive action and its implications for West Africa’s democratic future. President Julius Maada Bio Suggested image: A symbolicContinue Reading

BRVM Market Bulletin Released for December 8, 2025, Highlighting Regulatory Updates and Fund Valuations

BRVM Market Bulletin Released for December 8, 2025, Highlighting Regulatory Updates and Fund Valuations BRVM Market Bulletin Released for December 8, 2025, Highlighting Regulatory Updates and Fund Valuations By [Your Publication’s Name] Financial Desk | December 9, 2025 The Regional Stock Exchange of West Africa (BRVM) has published its OfficialContinue Reading