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Strengthening resilience in northern Côte d’Ivoire

Ms. Djifa Ahado, Director of Development Programs for Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Benin, and Nigeria at Global Affairs Canada, is conducting a field visit this week in northern Côte d’Ivoire (Ferkessédougou, Kong, and Korhogo),...

Published on Apr 10, 2026

Former trainees discover JICA projects in Côte d’Ivoire

Members of the Association of Ivorian Former Trainees of JICA (ASI-JICA) took part on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in a meeting dedicated to presenting projects of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The session provided a valuable platform...

Published on Apr 10, 2026

Africa: Aliko Dangote announces $40 billion investment plan

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has unveiled an ambitious $40 billion investment plan approximately 22,500 billion FCFA aimed at expanding his industrial operations across Africa over the next five years.

The initiative is part of a long-term strategy to strengthen the position of the Dangote Group in key sectors, particularly energy...

Published on Apr 10, 2026

South Africa Generates $550 Million from Defense Exports in 2025

South Africa generated an estimated $550 million in revenue from its defense exports in 2025. These exports included weapons, ammunition, and various military equipment supplied to 42 countries worldwide, including France, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.

Data indicates that the largest share of these exports was directed toward Eur...

Published on Apr 09, 2026

Ghana–France: Strengthening Cooperation in Lyon

Relations between Ghana and France continue to strengthen across multiple areas of cooperation. This dynamic was highlighted during the One Health Summit held in Lyon.

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama co-chaired the summit alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. During the event, he presented the objectives of the Accra Reset i...

Published on Apr 09, 2026

Canada: Cynthia-Maureen Aka-Brou, an Ivorian Reaching the Pinnacle of Medicine

In a context where international academic competition is becoming increasingly demanding, some journeys stand out for their rigor and consistency. That of Cynthia-Maureen Aka-Brou is a compelling example. This young Ivorian woman, now a medical student...

Published on Apr 08, 2026

Côte d’Ivoire: UNICEF and Turkey’s Maarif Foundation Join Forces for Girls’ Education and Digital Innovation

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Abidjan, UNICEF Côte d’Ivoire and the ...

Published on Apr 08, 2026

Inauguration of a New Shooting Range for the Ivorian Special Forces in Jacqueville

Ivorian and U.S. military authorities inaugurated a new shooting range on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Ivorian Special Forces base in Jacqueville.

The ceremony took place in the presence of the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Côte d’Ivoire, Junaid Munir, along with several military officials from both countries. Th...

Published on Apr 08, 2026

Mozambique and Ghana Boycott Africa Energy Summit in London

Two African countries, Mozambique and Ghana, have announced their withdrawal from the Africa Energies Summit, scheduled to take place in London from May 12 to 14, 2026.

According to official statements, the withdrawals are due to a lack of representation of African stakeholders in the organization and leadership of the event. Both countr...

Published on Apr 07, 2026

Military Cooperation: U.S. War College Delegation Engages in Strategic Exchanges in Côte d’Ivoire

Côte d’Ivoire hosted a delegation from the U.S. Army War College on April 3, 2026, as part of a strategic exchange mission with senior Ivorian military officials.

Published on Apr 06, 2026

Nigeria Raises 2026 Budget to Finance Pending Projects

The Nigerian government has announced an increase in its 2026 budget, originally estimated at around $42 billion, now raised to $49.4 billion, representing an 18% increase, according to official sources and economic media reports.

The revision was approved by the Parliament following a request from President Bola Tinubu, who emphasized t...

Published on Apr 03, 2026

Ghana: Free e-Visa for Africans Starting May 25, 2026

The Ghanaian government has announced the introduction of a free e-visa for all African nationals, effective from May 25, 2026. The initiative aims to facilitate mobility across the continent and strengthen African integration.

According to Ghanaian authorities, the system will allow African citizens to obtain a visa online at no cost be...

Published on Apr 03, 2026