Tag: West Africa
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Guinean President Accepts Resignation of Prime Minister and Government
Guinea Undergoes a Major Shake-Up as Resignation Is Accepted In a bold move that signals a significant shift in Guinea’s political landscape, President Mamady Doumbouya announced that he has accepted the resignation of Prime Minister and Head of Government Amadou Oury Bah, along with the entire government. The decision, announced in Conakry, marks a rare…
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Guinea: President Doumbouya Accepts Resignation of Prime Minister and Entire Government
Guinea Faces a Major Cabinet Shake-Up In a surprising move that signals a new phase in Guinea’s political landscape, President Mamady Doumbouya formally accepted the resignation of Prime Minister and Head of Government Amadou Oury Bah, along with the entire government. The announcement, made by Amara Camara, the Minister-Secretary-General of the presidency, confirms a complete…
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Immigration Council Unveils Project Secure Our Borders to Strengthen Ghana’s Border Security
Ghana Takes a Proactive Step to Fortify Its Borders In a move aimed at strengthening national security and protecting the integrity of its migration system, the Ghana Immigration Service Council Board has unveiled a new initiative dubbed Project Secure Our Borders. The proposal seeks to mobilize both public and private sector resources to enhance border…
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Ghana Readies Project Secure Our Borders to Fortify Border Protection
Ghana Launches Initiative to Strengthen Border Security The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) Council Board has unveiled a comprehensive new project designed to bolster the country’s border security and enhance the operational capacity of the service. Dubbed Project Secure Our Borders, the initiative seeks to mobilize resources from both public and private sectors to address evolving…
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Mamadi Doumbouya Sworn In as Guinea’s President and Vows Inclusive Governance
Guinea’s Moment of Transition Guinea welcomed a new era as General Mamadi Doumbouya was sworn in as the West African nation’s president. The ceremony, marked by formal pomp and a vow to heal divisions, took place against a backdrop of ongoing economic reform discussions and the country’s persistent poverty challenges. Doumbouya, who led a 2021…
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Meet the Australian Volunteers Transforming Lives on Africa’s Hospital Ship
Introduction: A sunrise mission On the largest civilian hospital ship in the world, a dedicated team of Australian medical professionals is redefining what humanitarian aid can look like. As the first light spills over the coast of West Africa, these volunteers prepare to meet thousands of patients who travel from nearby towns and villages seeking…
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Ghana Secures Airbus Helicopters Fleet Upgrade with H175Ms, ACH175, and ACH160
Ghana Awards Airbus Helicopters Contract for a Versatile Fleet In a landmark defense procurement, the Ministry of Defence of Ghana has awarded Airbus Helicopters a contract to supply a mixed fleet of aircraft, including two H175Ms, one ACH175, and one ACH160. The agreement, announced on January 15, 2026, marks a significant expansion of Ghana’s aviation…
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Uganda Votes as Museveni Seeks a Seventh Term: A Nation at a Turning Point
Overview: A referendum on continuity Uganda went to the polls amid a tense political climate as veteran leader Yoweri Museveni sought a seventh term in office. At 81 years old, Museveni has steered the country through four decades of political upheavals, economic shifts, and regional challenges. His bid for another five-year term underscores a broader…
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Ghana Secures Groundbreaking Order for Airbus Helicopters Fleet
Ghana Advances its Defense and Disaster Response Capabilities Ghana’s Ministry of Defence has taken a significant step forward in its strategic air mobility and search-and-rescue (SAR) capacity with a landmark multirole helicopter package from Airbus Helicopters. The contract, announced on 15 January 2026, covers two H175Ms, one ACH175, and one ACH160, highlighting the country’s commitment…
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Dangote Elevates Cement Distribution as N15b Rewards Spark Growth to 90 Million Tonne Capacity by 2030
Dangote Rewards Distributors with N15 Billion Amid Capacity Push In a move that underscores its commitment to strengthening its distribution network, Dangote Group announced a package valued at about N15 billion for its cement distributors. The gesture comes as the group unveils ambitious plans to expand cement production capacity to approximately 90 million tonnes by…