Tag: West Africa
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๐ธ๐ฑ Sierra Leone’s ‘kush’ made using ingredients imported from abroad
Kush is a cheap and deadly drug that has swept through at least six West African countries in recent years. Sierra Leoneโs President Julius Maada Bio last April called for a crackdown on it, describing the drug as an โepidemicโ and a โnational threatโ. He launched a task force on drug and substance abuse, promising…
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Why is there so much gold in west Africa?
Gold in the region: Gold in west Africa: Origins, reserves, and modern exploration techniques. Militaries that have taken power in Africaโs Sahel region โ notably Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger โ have put pressure on western mining firms for a fairer distribution of revenue from the lucrative mining sector. Gold is one of the resources…
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๐ฑ๐ท How the CIA Helped Ruin Liberia- OpED
In the 1980s, Samuel K. Doe was the CIAโs boy. He was one of Africaโs worst rulers, who provided bases used for subversion campaigns across Africa and upheld the interests of Firestone Rubber. When Doe lost his utility, the CIA supported Charles Taylor who helped trigger Liberiaโs ruinous civil war in the 1990s. On April…
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๐ฌ๐ณ Guinea Trades Minerals for Military Vehicles Amidst Rising Security Concerns
Guinea’s military government has struck a controversial deal with the UAE-based Streit Group, trading its valuable mineral resources for dozens of armored vehicles in a contract worth approximately $156 million. This strategic move, announced in June 2023, highlights the growing financial strain on the West African nation, as well as the increasing security challenges it…
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๐ธ๐ฑ Diplomatic Scandal: Cocaine Bust in Guinea Involving Sierra Leonean Embassy Vehicle Sparks Investigation
The diplomatic reputation of Sierra Leone has come under scrutiny following the discovery of seven suitcases containing cocaine and $2,000 in cash in a vehicle with diplomatic plates belonging to its embassy in Conakry, Guinea. The incident occurred on Monday, January 13, 2025, and has raised significant questions about possible corruption and illicit activities involving…
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DGSE Bank Formation: A Game Changer for Sahel States and West Africa’s Banking Industry
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have recently announced the formation of a common bank, marking a significant development in the financial landscape of the Sahel region. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen economic ties and enhance financial autonomy among these nations. Implications for West Africa The establishment of this joint bank…
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๐จ๐ฎ Inside Ivory Coastโs Abidjan Prison: A Glimpse Into Life Behind Bars
Nestled on the edge of the Banco Forest in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, stands the largest prison in West Africa: the Abidjan Prison. Designed to house 1,500 inmates, it now holds over 5,000, making it a stark symbol of the challenges facing the regionโs justice and penal systems. This overcrowded prison offers a rare and thought-provoking…
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John Dramani Mahama Sworn in as Ghana’s President for a Second Term
In a historic moment for Ghanaโs democratic tradition, John Dramani Mahama was sworn in today as president for a second term. The ceremony, attended by national and international dignitaries, marks Mahamaโs return to power following his decisive victory in the December 7 presidential election. His win reflects the trust placed in him by Ghanaians to…
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๐ฒ๐ฑ Mali’s Mining Revolution: A Nation Redefines Resource Sovereignty
The arid and gold-rich landscapes of Mali have borne witness to an extraordinary shiftโa quiet yet potent revolution unfolding far from the boardrooms of international conglomerates. For decades, this West African nation has been a key player in the global mining industry, its vast reserves of gold, uranium, manganese, bauxite, lithium, and iron ore drawing…
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ย ๐ซ๐ท ๐จ๐ฎ Frances Decline in West Africa: The Unraveling of a Colonial Grip
By Panafrican.Email News Team The winds of change blow fiercely through the Sahel and West Africa. In a move that shakes the foundations of decades-old geopolitical dynamics, Ivory Coast has joined a growing list of nations severing military ties with France. President Alassane Ouattara, in a symbolic end-of-year address, announced that French forces would withdraw…
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