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From Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso

AZERBAIJAN, February 10 - His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mr. President, We were deeply saddened by the crash of an aircraft belonging to "Azerbaijan Airlines" on December 25 last year in the territory of...

UNESCO supports the sustainable management of the W-Arly-Pendjari Complex: Burkina Faso national consultation

In response to the deteriorating security situation at the W-Arly-Pendjari Complex, World Heritage Property, the States Parties of Benin, Burkina Faso and Niger have agreed to strengthen their cooperation to improve the management and protection...

The 33rd African Diaspora International Film Festival Celebrates African Voices and the Fight for Artistic Freedom

The 33rd African Diaspora International Film Festival spotlights a bold lineup of contemporary African films exploring resilience, artistic freedom and identity NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 33rd African...

Climate champions in Argentina, Burkina Faso, Indonesia and Kiribati recognized at COP29 for local climate adaptation

Winners of the 2024 Local Adaptation Champions Awards featured four innovative initiatives empowering communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis. BAKU, AZERBAIJAN, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Four winners of the 2024 Local...

Shea Butter Market Worth USD 1.66 Billion in 2024 – Trends & Growth Forecast

Manufacturers focusing on sustainable sourcing and premium formulations are poised to capitalize on global opportunities in the Shea Butter Market. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Explore the global Shea...

UNHCR calls for support to tackle displacement crisis in Africa

(MENAFN) The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has issued an urgent appeal for stronger international action to address the escalating displacement crisis across Africa’s Sahel region, where nearly 4 million people have been forced from their homes in...

Reggae-dancehall artiste Terry Ganzie, the Original Outlaw Leader is back

Back Pon Di Throne WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One of the marquee dancehall artistes of the 1990s, Terry Ganzie is once again immersed in music, returning to his roots after a self-imposed hiatus from a...

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West Africa’s mining giants to attend SIM Senegal 2025, the region’s largest mining event this year

SIM Senegal 2025, West Africa’s leading mining event will take place from the 4th – 6th November 2025. DAKAR, DIAMNIADIO, SENEGAL, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SIM Senegal 2025, West Africa’s leading mining event will take place from...

African Union suspends Madagascar’s membership after leader’s ousting

(MENAFN) The African Union (AU) has suspended Madagascar’s membership after the military ousted President Andry Rajoelina, forcing him to flee to a “safe location” amid escalating unrest. The suspension was announced Wednesday, hours after Colonel...

Orezone Reports Q3-2025 Production and Hard Rock Expansion Update

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orezone Gold Corporation (TSX: ORE | ASX: ORE | OTCQX: ORZCF) (the “Company” or “Orezone”) is pleased to announce its Q3-2025 gold production results and construction progress on its...

ACEP-BURKINA SA Wins Dual Honors for Excellence in Microfinance Innovation and Financial Inclusion at GBF Awards 2025

ACEP-BURKINA SA wins dual honors at Global Brand Frontier Awards 2025 for Excellence in Microfinance Innovation and Financial Inclusion in Burkina Faso. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark recognition...

Russia, Sahel States Deepen Ties

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov conducted discussions with his counterparts from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, concentrating on enhancing collaboration and laying the groundwork for the third Russia-Africa Summit, according to...

Venezuela announces closing its embassy in Norway

(MENAFN) Venezuela announced Monday that it would shut its embassy in Oslo, shortly after opposition figure María Corina Machado received the Nobel Peace Prize. The Venezuelan government did not directly address Machado’s award, stating that the...

West African Nations Exit ICC

(MENAFN) Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have declared their departure from the International Criminal Court (ICC), criticizing the The Hague-based tribunal as a mechanism of imperialist “neocolonial repression.” The three West African nations...

Mali enforces visa bond on US visitors in retaliation move

(MENAFN) Mali has introduced a new visa regulation requiring U.S. citizens to pay a refundable bond of up to $10,000 when applying for business or tourist visas, in a reciprocal move responding to a similar measure recently enforced by Washington....

What subjects do African students study in Russia?

(MENAFN) Medicine, engineering, information technology, and agriculture are the most sought-after fields for African students studying in Russia, according to Pavel Shevtsov, deputy head of the Russian agency for international cooperation,...

Russia, Nigeria ink deal to cooperate on seed production, crop breeding

(MENAFN) Russia and Nigeria have agreed to collaborate on seed development and crop breeding, according to reports from the 27th Golden Autumn Agro-Industrial Exhibition held in Moscow. The memorandum of understanding was finalized at the West...

Russia, Nigeria ink agreement to enhance farming relations

(MENAFN) Russia and Nigeria have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on seed production and crop breeding, officials confirmed Wednesday at the 27th Golden Autumn Agro-Industrial Exhibition in Moscow. The agreement was signed at the...

Moscow claims Ukraine supports militant groups in Africa

(MENAFN) Russian authorities have claimed that new evidence points to Ukrainian support for militant groups operating in Africa’s Sahara-Sahel region, including the provision of drones, according to statements by Russian Foreign Ministry...