In a decisive move to overhaul the continent’s healthcare architecture, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially launched the SPARK-NCD Programme. This flagship initiative aims to curb the devastating impact of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which…
In a significant move to fortify regional health security, the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), led by Director-General Dr. Melchior Aïssi, conducted high-level diplomatic talks with the Guinean government this week. The mission focused on integrating Guinea into a pioneering…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) has called for a strategic shift in how the continent’s premier institution handles its intellectual assets, asserting that institutional memory is the primary engine driving the implementation of Agenda 2063. During an…
In a high-stakes move to fortify Africa’s food systems against climate volatility, the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) has convened a pivotal Work Planning Meeting in Kigali. The summit, held from March 23–24, 2026, marks the launch of the…
The African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) has officially characterized the March 15 Presidential Election in the Republic of Congo as a credible, transparent, and fair process, despite noting significant delays in polling station openings and localized internet disruptions. In…
The African Union (AU) has called on journalists across the continent to take ownership of the African story, positioning the media as a bridge between the institution and its 1.4 billion citizens. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the AU…
In a significant move to redefine the role of West Africa’s next generation, the ECOWAS Department of Human Development and Social Affairs (DHAS) has officially opened a high-level consultative dialogue aimed at bolstering the participation of women and youth in…
The ECOWAS Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS) has launched a high-level consultation in Lagos, running from February 24th to 27th, 2026. The summit aims to reposition the West African bloc within a rapidly shifting global order defined…
In a significant move for regional healthcare governance, a high-level delegation from the West African Health Organisation (WAHO) met with Ivorian officials this week to finalize the agency’s historic move to Abidjan. Executing the ECOWAS Mandate The working session, led…
In a move to bolster regional health security, the West African Health Organisation (WAHO) and the Global Fund officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Monday, February 16, 2026. The agreement, signed at the Global Fund’s headquarters, establishes a…
