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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

H.E. Dr Omar Alieu Touray Meets with Members of the Diplomatic and Technical Corps to Strengthen Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Relations with its Partners

These groups are Capacity Building, Peace and Security/Humanitarian Affairs, Infrastructure, Economic Integration and Regional Trade, and Agriculture/Environment & Natural Resources

Discussions between the President of the ECOWAS Commission and members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Nigeria took place on Thursday, 29 January 2026, at the ECOWAS Commission headquarters. The objective was to work towards strengthening diplomatic ties and exploring opportunities for collaboration between ECOWAS and its international and regional partners…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

The Chairman of the Liberian Telecommunications Authority Meets with the President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission

Following this information, the two figures discussed issues related to the harmonisation of regulatory frameworks, the development of digital infrastructure and the promotion of a more integrated, inclusive and resilient regional telecommunications market

During his visit to Abuja, Nigeria, on Thursday, 29 January 2026, the Chairman of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, Clarence Massaquoi, met with the President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, provided an opportunity to discuss reforms and development in the digital sector…

Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt
Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt |

Egypt: Dr. Rania Al-Mashat Meets Startup Community Representatives to Present Key Outcomes of the Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship

H.E. Dr. Al-Mashat noted that the “Startup Charter” represents the first collaboration of its kind between the government and the entrepreneurship community

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation and Chair of the Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship, met with a number of members of the Group’s working groups from the entrepreneurship community to discuss the Group’s outcomes, preparations for launching the Egypt Startup Charter, and the facilitation…

RegTech Africa

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    • Nigeria to Host 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo Under the Patronage of the Office of the Vice President
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Nigeria to Host 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo Under the Patronage of the Office of the Vice President

Conference to Convene Global Leaders on Building Trust, Infrastructure, Inclusion, and Policy for a Borderless Economy

Preparations are underway for the 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo (RACE 2026) (https://RegTechAfrica.com), Africa’s flagship platform on regulatory technology, digital innovation, and policy reform, scheduled to hold from 20–22 May 2026 at the State House Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja. The Conference will be held under the Patronage of the…

International Trade Centre
Source: International Trade Centre |

See the beachfront cultural fest lifting Gambian tourism

The festival featured live music, traditional wrestling, volleyball, art exhibitions and small businesses showcasing their products and services

For years, the beaches in the Gambia were simply a weekend spot for families and friends to relax. That changed when the first Perreh Bi Fest transformed the beach into a scene of cultural parades, music, sports and entrepreneurship – creating a new attraction for Gambian tourism. The festival featured live music, traditional…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Launches USD 719,733 Humanitarian Assistance Project in TOGO

Underscoring the initiative as a reflection of the Government’s continued determination, alongside its partners, to leave no one behind while reinforcing stability and social cohesion in affected communities

In line with ECOWAS Vision 2050, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), through its Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs, has allocated USD 719,733 to the Republic of Togo to support refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), asylum seekers, returnees, and host communities. The humanitarian assistance project was officially…

Afreximbank

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    • L-R: Mr Osvaldo Inácio, Board Member of Sonangol, Mr Haytham Elmaayergi, Executive Vice President of Global Trade Bank at Afreximbank and Mr Gaspar Martins, Chairman of the Board of Directors and President of Sonangol
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Afreximbank bolsters Angola’s Energy Sector with a $1.75-billion facility for Sonangol

The strategic financing will support Sonangol’s projected operating and capital expenditure requirements

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), working with other mandated lead arrangers, has successfully closed a US$1.75 billion syndicated receivables purchase facility for Sonangol, Angola’s national oil company. The strategic financing will support Sonangol’s projected operating and capital expenditure requirements, while advancing Afreximbank’s mandate to promote African-led financing models that support…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles |

Seychelles reaffirms commitment to Secretary of the South African Development Community (SADC) regional integration

Both parties reiterated their appreciation for the strong cooperation between Seychelles and the SADC Secretariat

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure, received the Executive Secretary of the South African Development Community (SADC), H.E. Mr. Elias Magosi at Maison Quéau de Quinssy on Thursday, 22 January 2026. During their meeting, Mr. Magosi explained that it was customary for the Executive Secretary…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Uganda: Finance Ministry projects increased revenue for next financial year

The minister also presented URA’s budget estimates for financial year 2026/2027 that stand at Shs877.296 billion for activities that will support increased domestic revenue and improved institutional coordination, management and reporting

Uganda’s revenue projection for the coming financial year 2026/2027 is estimated at over Shs40 trillion, according to State Minister for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi. The minister made the revelation while appearing before the Committee on Finance, Planning and Economic Development chaired by Hon. Amos…

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
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Core Fashion Kenya in collaboration with United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) convenes industry leaders at Hub of Africa Fashion Week to accelerate Africa’s $31 Billion fashion economy

The initiative aimed to unlock cross-border opportunities while strengthening intra-African supply chains

 Core Fashion Kenya supported by the UN Economic Commission for Africa - ECA hosted its Fashion Roundtable and Fashion Sourcing Tour during The Hub of Africa Fashion Week on Thursday January 15th at The Addis Ababa House of Culture, bringing together some of the most influential voices shaping the future…