Senegal Elected to Lead ECOWAS Commission for 2026-2030
Senegal was elected to lead the ECOWAS Commission for the 2026-2030 term, its first presidency, as the 12-member bloc navigates integration and security challenges.
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Benin’s President Foils Coup Attempt, ECOWAS Forces Deployed
President Talon says Benin’s armed forces have quashed a December 7 coup attempt in Cotonou. ECOWAS mobilizes standby troops as arrests are made in first mutiny since 1972.
Benin Forces Thwart Coup, President Talon Safe
Benin’s armed forces thwarted a coup attempt on December 7, 2025. President Talon is safe ahead of April elections as ECOWAS condemns the bid and supports restoring order.
West Africa’s ECOWAS Plans Unified Strategy to Combat Plastic Pollution
ECOWAS considers a unified regional action plan to tackle plastic pollution across West Africa, addressing implementation challenges faced by member states’ national initiatives.
Guinea to Adopt New Constitution by End of 2024, Says Foreign Minister
The Republic of Guinea is set to adopt a new constitution by the end of 2024, according to Foreign Minister Morissanda KouyatĂ©. This marks a key step in the country’s return to civilian rule.