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ECOWAS SPECIALIZED AGENCIES FOCUSED ON THE WATER-ENERGY-FOOD NEXUS, WITH A STRONG EMPHASIS ON GENDER, STRENGTHEN THEIR FRAMEWORK FOR COLLABORATION IN ABIDJAN

On May 15–16, 2026, the third ECOWAS inter-agency meeting on the Water-Energy-Food Nexus with a Gender Perspective was held at the ECOWAS Resident Mission in Abidjan, Republic of Côte d’Ivoire. The objective of this meeting was to take stock of the status of implementation of activities related to the water-energy-food-environment nexus and gender mainstreaming within […]

ECOWAS STABILISATION SUPPORT MISSION IN GUINEA BISSAU GHANCOY 4 AND OTHER CONTINGENTS RECEIVE MEDALS OF RECOGNITION

The ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea Bissau (ESSMGB) held a combined Medal Presentation Parade for the Ghanaian, Nigerian and Senegalese Contingents including some Staff officers of the Force Headquarters on the 14th of May, 2026 in Guinea Bissau A Medals Day delegation and a reconnaissance team for GHANCOY 5 from Ghana led by […]

How Access to Knowledge Turned Farming into a Force for Change

In the dry, wind‑swept plains of Dodoma, Tanzania, farming has long been viewed as a test of endurance, an unpredictable balance of effort, weather and hope. For many, it is a last resort. But for Edwina Aloyce Rubondo, it has become something entirely different: a pathway to leadership, enterprise and transformation. What makes her story […]

Youth participation key to food security and agricultural innovation – IITA DG

IITA–CGIAR Director General, Dr Simeon Ehui, has emphasized that youth involvement is crucial to the future of agriculture and global food security. He noted that youth play a strategic role in driving the adoption of innovative agricultural practices that boost productivity while safeguarding the environment. The DG, represented by the Deputy Director-General, Partnerships for … Continue reading Youth participation key to food security and agricultural innovation – IITA DG The post Youth partic

ECOWAS LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG 20/20) INITIATIVE OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED IN SIERRA LEONE

The Government of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), officially launched the ECOWAS LPG 20/20 Initiative on 28 April 2026 in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Marking a major step toward expanding access to clean cooking energy nationwide. The launch was held alongside a high-level policy dialogue focused on clean […]

ECOWAS STRENGTHENS SOCIAL COHESION IN BENIN: PROJECT MONITORING MISSION IMPACT-ECOWAS

COTONOU, BENIN – As part of the Regional Stabilization and Development Fund (FRSD), a delegation from the ECOWAS Commission is conducting a major field mission in Benin from May 6 to 15, 2026. This mission is part of the IMPACT-ECOWAS project (“Improved Access to Basic Social Services for Strengthened Social Cohesion”), implemented in partnership with […]

AFREC AND ECOWAS REINFORCED THE CAPACITY OF NATIONAL EXPERTS TOWARD A ROBUST AND RELIABLE ENERGY INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE AND STATISTICS DATA

The African Energy Commission (AFREC) in collaboration with ECOWAS’ Directorate of Energy and Mines organized a Regional Workshop on Energy Statistics and Validation of the 2024 Energy Balance from 4 to 6 May 2026 in Cotonou, Benin Republic. The workshop which brought together national Energy Information System (EIS) Experts of twenty-six (26) African countries including […]

ECOWAS COMMISSION BOLSTERS “VISION 2050” AWARENESS IN THE GAMBIA AS PART OF 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS

As part of the milestone activities marking the 50th Anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), a high-powered delegation from the ECOWAS Commission recently concluded a strategic visibility engagement mission on ECOWAS Vision 2050 in The Gambia from 28 to 29 April,2026. Led by Director of Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation under […]

AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK AND ECOWAS COMMENCES JOINT IDENTIFICATION MISSIONS TO CORRIDOR MEMBER STATES TO ENGAGE INITIATE FINANCING DISCUSSIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1028KM 6-LANE ABIDJAN-LAGOS HIGHWAY

Following the completion of the economic and technical studies for the 6-lane dual carriage supranational Abidjan-Lagos corridor highway, the project has advanced to the investment stage, and the realization of visionary economic corridor is in clear sight. This flagship regional economic corridor project includes the construction of a Highway extending over 1028 km linking […]

Why Africa’s agrifood future depends on youth and how YEFFA is delivering

Africa’s agrifood systems hold one of the greatest opportunities for large-scale job creation on the continent. The challenge has always been how to translate that potential into real economic opportunities for young people. The Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture (YEFFA) partnership between AGRA and the Mastercard Foundation is beginning to demonstrate […]

IITA OPEN DATA CHALLENGE 2018

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ECOWAS CONCLUDES 5th TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEETING ON THE ECOWAS COMMON INVESTMENT MARKET (ECIM).

The ECOWAS Commission successfully convened the 5th Meeting of the Technical Committee of the ECOWAS Common Investment Market (ECIM) Council in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from 27 to 30 April 2026. The meeting brought together Directors of Investment from Member States, representatives of Investment Promotion Agencies under the IPAWAS network, and officials of the ECOWAS Commission. […]

ECOWAS DEPLOYS A LONG-TERM ELECTION OBSERVATION MISSION IN THE REPUBLIC OF CABO VERDE

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has deployed a Long-Term Election Observation Mission (LTOEM) ahead of the legislative elections scheduled for 17th May 2026 in Cabo Verde. The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr Omar Alieu TOURAY, has authorised the deployment of the LTEOM in accordance with the provisions of ECOWAS […]

THE VICE PRESIDENT OF ECOWAS COMMISSION PAYS A COURTESY VISIT TO ECREEE

Praia, April 28, 2026 – ECREEE had the honor of receiving a courtesy visit from the Vice President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Damtien L. Tchintchibidja, on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, at its headquarters in Praia. Following introductory exchanges, the Ag. Executive Director of ECREEE, Mr. Gibson Obai, welcomed the Vice President and her […]

A LEGAL FRAMEWORK TO STRENGTHEN THE FIGHT AGAINST ILLEGAL MARITIME ACTIVITIES IN THE ECOWAS REGION IS ON THE WAY

Illegal maritime activities continue to have far-reaching economic, security, environmental and social consequences on a global scale, and West Africa is not spared from this situation. Although maritime piracy has declined in the West African region, it continues to face various forms of threats to maritime security, notably armed robbery at sea and illicit drug […]

HANDOVER OF THE NEW ECOWAS COMMISSION HEADQUARTERS MARKS MILESTONE IN REGIONAL INTEGRATION

ECOWAS has officially taken delivery of its new state-of-the-art Commission Headquarters in Abuja, Tuesday, 28th April. 2026, marking a significant milestone in regional integration and international cooperation. The landmark facility, delivered under the China-Aid framework by the Government of the People’s Republic of China, was formally handed over during a high-level ceremony attended by representatives […]

Youth participation key to food security and agricultural innovation – IITA DG

IITA–CGIAR Director General, Dr Simeon Ehui, has emphasized that youth involvement is crucial to the future of agriculture and global food security. He noted that youth play a strategic role in driving the adoption of innovative agricultural practices that boost productivity while safeguarding the environment. The DG, represented by the Deputy Director-General, Partnerships for … Continue reading Youth participation key to food security and agricultural innovation – IITA DG The post Youth partic

50 years leading research to transform African agriculture

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AGRA Marks 20 Years with call to scale what works for Africa’s farmers.

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, April 14, 2026 AGRA today marked its 20th anniversary with a high-level convening in Addis Ababa, using the milestone to call for sharper focus on scaling practical solutions that improve farmer incomes, strengthen resilient food systems, deepen investable markets, and advance inclusive agricultural transformation across Africa. Held as part of AGRA’s Board […]

THE PRESIDENT OF ECOWAS COMMISSION PRESENTS PROGRESS REPORT ON REGIONAL INTEGRATION, SECURITY AND ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION TO THE 2026 FIRST ORDINARY SESSION OF THE ECOWAS PARLIAMENT IN ABUJA

Abuja, Nigeria – 8 May 2026: The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu TOURAY, has presented an update on the implementation of the ECOWAS Community Work Programme to the 2026 First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament in Abuja, highlighting significant progress in economic recovery, regional integration, governance, peace and security, and […]

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