The Government of the People’s Republic of China, through the Chinese Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Wang Qing, has awarded the International Fish Export Certificate to Sierra Leone during the ninth Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit. Read More »

Nominations are now being invited for the 2025 UK State Birthday Honours and St Helena National Awards. Read More »

The Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Communications, Technology and Innovation, has signed a USD$50 million agreement with China National Technical Import & Export Corporation for the SMART Sierra Leone Project. The signing took place on the margins of the FOCAC Summit in Beijing, marking a significant step forward in Sierra Leone’s digital transformation efforts. Read More »

The 2nd Indonesia – Africa Forum (IAF II) took place in Bali on September 2-3, 2024. This forum aims to strengthen economic cooperation between Indonesia and Africa, following the inaugural event in 2018. The theme for this year's forum was “Bandung Spirit for Africa’s Agenda 2063,” emphasizing shared values and principles that aim to establish a robust, inclusive, equal, and sustained relationship between the two regions. Read More »

The 0-19 Health Service Team has announced a partnership with the Solihull Approach, an NHS provider of online courses focused on children's emotional health and wellbeing. Read More »

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened a Joint Strategic Consultation Meeting with relevant partners and stakeholders to discuss the future implementation and management of the ECOWAS Peace Fund (EPF). Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. of Liberia held bilateral talks with Indonesian President Joko Widodo on the sidelines of the 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum in Bali, Indonesia. The discussions centered on enhancing relations between the two nations. Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has emphasized the significance of the long-standing relationship between Liberia and Indonesia, outlining his Administration's transformative development agenda for sustainable economic transformation. Read More »

Mrs. Massandjé Touré-Litsé, Commissioner of Economic Affairs and Agriculture of ECOWAS, will lead the ECOWAS Commission delegation at the 2024 Africa Food Systems Forum, set to take place in Kigali, Rwanda from September 2 to 6, 2024. Read More »

The 2024 Retreat of Resident and Permanent Representatives, placed under the authority of the President of the Commission and represented by his Director of Cabinet, Mr. Abdou Kolley, was held from August 26 to 29 in Assinie. The theme for this year's retreat was "ECOWAS, 50 years at the service of West African integration, what perspective in a world of profound change?" Read More »

For over a decade, Nigeria has faced significant security challenges due to the activities of Boko Haram. This has led to substantial loss of lives, displacements, loss of livelihoods, and exacerbation of food and nutrition crises. These issues have primarily affected the Northern States of Nigeria, forcing the population to move frequently, sometimes from being internally displaced and vice versa. The situation has severely weakened the coping mechanisms and thresholds of individuals and communities. Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., Mrs. Kartumu Y. Boakai, and other members of the Liberian delegation have arrived in Bali, Indonesia, to participate in the 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF). The delegation reached late on Saturday, August 31, 2024, after a nearly thirty-hour journey. Read More »

The Bole Festival in Port Harcourt has always been a vibrant celebration of culture, food, and community, but this year’s edition was notable for the debut of Legend Twist. On August 31 and September 1, over 5,000 people gathered each day to experience the festival’s unique blend of tradition and modernity. At the heart of the excitement was the much-anticipated soft launch of Legend Twist. Read More »

The Liberian government, through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, in collaboration with partners and the ECOWAS Gender Development Centre (EGDC), has officially launched the ECOWAS Gender Programs in Liberia. Read More »

The Royal St Helena Police (RSHP) is inviting the community to participate in an online survey aimed at gathering feedback on the services provided. The survey will be available from Monday, September 2, 2024, and will close on Monday, September 30, 2024. Read More »

Benin City witnessed an unforgettable night as Rema's highly anticipated homecoming concert took place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. The event, held on August 30, 2024, featured a sold-out crowd and a star-studded lineup. Heineken played a prominent role as the event sponsor. Read More »

Experts from member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are meeting from August 29 to 30, 2024, in Lome, Togo, to update the study for the establishment of the ECOWAS Fund for the Development and Financing of the Transport and Energy Sectors (FODETE). The consultative meeting is organized by the ECOWAS Project Preparation and Development Unit (PPDU). The meeting, which saw the virtual participation of ECOWAS Commissioner Sediko Douka in charge of Infrastructure, Energy and Digitization, was launched by the Representative of the Minister of Economy... Read More »

Steve H. Hanke, a professor of applied economics at The Johns Hopkins University, said that Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is showcasing his $100 million private jet while Nigeria faces 114% year-over-year inflation. Hanke made his statement in an August 27 post on X. Read More »

His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has received expressions of gratitude from the Council of Paramount Chiefs for his efforts in strengthening their institution. The council pledged unwavering support to the president. Read More »

St Helena Government announced today that the contracts for the current public bus service provided by Joshua’s Taxis, Colin’s Garage, and Isaac’s Contractors have been extended for an additional three months. This extension will be effective from Sunday, September 1 to Saturday, November 30, 2024. Read More »