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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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The Competition Authorities of Regional Economic Communities (RECs) Strengthen Their Collaboration

The 2nd meeting of the competition authorities of the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) was held from 23 to 25 October 2024 in Abidjan, in the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire

In order to better contribute to the creation of a competitive framework and consumer protection, the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) are putting in place a framework for cooperation in the face of the risks of overlap in the application of competition rules in Africa with the adoption of the African…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Champions Green Borders and Regional Security at the 2024 Abidjan Border Forum with a Call for Regional Cooperation and Climate Resilience

The Commissioner General of the Abidjan Border Forum, Mr. Diakalidia Konaté, opened the event by thanking all participants, partners, and stakeholders for their involvement in this important initiative

The 2024 Abidjan Border Forum officially opened on October 23, 2024, with a vibrant ceremony celebrating Africa’s unity and cultural diversity. The event brought together prominent dignitaries across the continent, setting the stage for impactful discussions on border governance, environmental cooperation, and regional security. In a powerful opening address, ECOWAS…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • AfDB Vice-President Solomon Quaynor (second from right) with, from right, AfDB Director Issa Maman-Sani , Seynabou Ba, Founder, ESG Africa, Frederic Wiltmann, Head of Project Team, MCDF, MFW4A Partnership Coordinator Marina Finken and AfDB Project Manager Uche Duru
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Environmental, Social and Governance Disclosure is Critical for Africa’s Sustainable Development -- African Development Bank Group (AfDB) Vice-President (VP) Quaynor at Inaugural Africa Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Forum

The forum aims to catalyze collaboration and knowledge sharing on ESG issues, paving the way for the establishment of a centralised Africa ESG Information Disclosure Hub

“The importance of ESG disclosure for attracting finance for sustainable development in Africa cannot be overstated. It is no longer an optional add-on; it is a necessity if Africa is to thrive and not just survive in the 21st century,” stated Solomon Quaynor, African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) Vice-President in…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Fisheries Governance and its Challenges in West Africa: The Case of Ille-gal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing

The general objective of this meeting is to promote regional cooperation in the fight against IUU fishing, with a view to promoting the practice of sustainable fishing that is mindful of the preservation of marine ecosystems

As part of the implementation of the recommendation made during the 65th Ordinary Session of the Conference of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS on the need to “promote a framework for regional cooperation in the fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing”, CRESMAO organized from October 14 to…

Internet Society
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Internet Society Events Highlight the Importance of Encryption for Online Safety and Security

By promoting awareness and providing training on encryption, grassroots organizers are empowering communities to take control of their digital security

In support of Global Encryption Day on 21 October 2024, events are being organized across Africa by Internet Society (www.InternetSociety.org) chapters in Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Benin to educate and train individuals on the importance of encryption in protecting data and privacy.   End-to-end encryption is…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand
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Visit of Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Delegation to Republic of Côte d’Ivoire to explore new market and strategic partnership in West African countries. (22 - 24 September 2024)

Both sides discussed various matters of mutual interest to further enhance political, economic and development cooperation

Between 24 - 28 September 2024, the delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Lt.Sorawud Preededilok, Minister attached to the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA), together with officials from the Department of South Asian, the Middle East, and African Affairs and Thai private sector representative, paid a visit…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • The African Development Group and Agence Française de Développement to jointly boost entrepreneurship in Africa. AFD Remy Rioux (left) and Akinwumi Adesina. Abidjan, October 11, 2024
    • African Development Bank, Agence Française de Développement cement partnership to support youth entrepreneurship in Africa (1)
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African Development Bank, Agence Française de Développement cement partnership to support youth entrepreneurship in Africa

Africa is home to the youngest population in the world with over 60% of people on the continent below 25 years

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and Agence Française de Développement (AFD) on Friday announced they would renew their joint efforts to catalyse resources to boost entrepreneurship in Africa as a crucial driver of economic development, tackling unemployment and reducing inequality. African Development Bank President Dr Akinwumi A. Adesina and…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commences the Construction of a Bridge Over Cavally River with the Handover of the Construction Site to the Contractor and Super-vising Consultant

The 288 meter Bridge over the Cavally River is more than just an infrastructure project—it is a gateway to economic transformation for Liberia, Côte d’Ivoire, and the entire West Afri-can region

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially handed over the site of the Construction of a Bridge over Cavally River signalling the commencement of the construction of a vital infrastructure project connecting Côte d’Ivoire and Liberia, during a ceremony held on October 3, 2024 at the Prollo…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • Joseph Ribeiro, the African Development Bank’s Deputy Director General for West Africa (middle), during his visit to the Singrobo-Ahouaty hydroelectric power plant
    • In Yamoussoukro, the Bank delegation visited numerous facilities currently under construction, under the auspices of the Bélier Region Agro-Industrial Cluster Project (2PAI-Bélier)
    • In Toumodi, the 2PAI-Bélier team made a point of immortalising the Bank Group delegation’s visit
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African Development Bank’s High Impact Projects Transform Côte d'Ivoire’s Energy and Agriculture Sectors

The project, 80 percent financed by the African Development Bank with a $121 million investment, is 85.7 percent complete since its launch in 2018

During a recent three-day field visit to central Côte d'Ivoire, Joseph Ribeiro, the African Development Bank’s (www.AfDB.org) Deputy Director General for West Africa, expressed his satisfaction with the progress of two high-impact projects funded by the Bank Group that are set to revolutionize the country’s energy and agricultural landscapes.  Ribeiro’s…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Joint ECOWAS-UEMOA Regional Consultation on Axle-Load Control on Community Road Networks in Member States

Member states were also asked to raise awareness among actors and stakeholders of the implementation of the Supplementary Act, and to initiate awareness-raising among transport operators and civil society

To find a solution to the issue of overloading of heavy goods vehicles, which continues to contribute to road deterioration, transport sector experts from ECOWAS and UEMOA member states, regional road haulage organizations, civil society and technical partners met from September 26 to 27, 2024 in Cotonou, Benin. The aim…