West Africa Terror: Why Attacks On Military Bases Are Rising – And Four Way

More than 40 Malian soldiers were killed and one of the country’s military bases was taken over in early June 2025 in a major attack by an al-Qaeda linked group, Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM), on the town of Boulikessi. The same...

Equatorial Coca-Cola to acquire Voltic Ghana, expand West Africa presence

Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company production plant Accra, Ghana | THE INDEPENDENT | Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company has reached an agreement to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited and West African Refreshments Limited from Coca-Cola Beverages...

ASX 200 Stock Price | West African Resources (ASX:WAF) Delivers Robust Q2 Gold Output as Dual Operations Gain Momentum

Highlights,West African Resources ramps up dual gold operations,Kiaka project achieves first gold pour,Production momentum builds heading into Q3,West African Resources (ASX:WAF) has delivered a strong operational performance in the second quarter...

Gov’t Outlines Strategic Vision To Boost West Africa’s Blue Economy and Maritime Safety

At the 4th International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (IMDEC), President John Dramani Mahama, represented by Chief of Staff Hon. Julius Debrah delivered a powerful reaffirmation of Ghana’s commitment to regional maritime security,...

Coach List Promotes Volleyball Growth in Botswana and Southern Africa

Regis University Women's Volleyball Head Coach Joel List ventured to Botswana and southern Africa to promote volleyball through Bring it Promotions and the Ditsala International Cup. Collaborating with the Botswana Volleyball Federation, the...

Pharmexcil hosts media delegation from Eastern and Southern Africa to strengthen trade ties

Africa’s growing pharmaceutical needs and its rising stature as a strategic export destination for Indian generics took center stage during a high-level familiarization visit hosted by the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India...

‘We are building a strong Continental Re that is rooted in West Africa’s growth story’

Continental Reinsurance Plc marks a major milestone of 40 years of resilience, technical excellence, and leadership in Africa’s reinsurance industry. As the company embarks on its next chapter, Fatai Kayode Lawal steps into the role of MD/CEO of...

Asara Resources: Advancing the Next West African Gold Camp

There is also additional uncertainty going into the second half of the year as the US government passed its “Big Beautiful Bill” on July 3. The bill has been criticized from both sides, including the former head of the Department of Government...

Rising Demand for Thai Parboiled Rice in West Africa as Price Gap with India Narrows

Demand for Thai parboiled rice is emerging in the West African market, as the price difference between Thai and Indian parboiled rice has declined sharply recently. Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, assessed Thai PB 100% at $375/mt...

Equatorial Coca-Cola to acquire Voltic and West African Refreshments Limited

Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC) and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) have reached an agreement for ECCBC to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited (Voltic) and West African Refreshments Limited (WARL). Voltic is a subsidiary of CCBA and WARL...

Peru: President bids farewell to peacekeeping brigade heading to Central African Republic

Likewise, the top official expressed her hope for the mission's prompt return to the homeland so they can reunite with their families, with the satisfaction of a duty fulfilled. The contingent will work on the repair and maintenance of airstrips...

Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company acquires Voltic and West African Refreshments Limited

The West African beverage landscape is set for a significant shake-up as Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC) announces the finalisation of a major agreement to acquire two key subsidiaries operating in Ghana: Voltic (GH) Limited and West...

Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited and West African Refreshments Ltd.

Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC) and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) have reached an agreement for ECCBC to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited (Voltic) and West African Refreshments Limited (WARL). Voltic is a subsidiary of CCBA, and WARL...

ArcelorMittal Liberia inaugurates West Africa’s largest iron ore concentrator, advancing $1.8bn mining expansion

ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel producer, has officially opened a cutting-edge iron ore concentrator at the Tokadeh mine in northern Liberia, marking a defining moment in the country’s post-war economic transformation. The inauguration...

GTTA announces squad for West Africa Regional Championship

By Rihana Adam Accra, July 8, GNA – The Ghana Table Tennis Association (GTTA) has announced a provisional squad for the upcoming West Africa Regional Championship scheduled to take place in Nigeria from July 16 to 19, 2025. The tournament, which...

The growing cyber threat landscape in West Africa 

Accra, July 8, GNA-West Africa’s digital economy is experiencing rapid growth, with over 120 million active internet users and a mobile-first approach to technology adoption. However, this expansion has also led to increased exposure to cyber...

Equatorial Coca-Cola to acquire Voltic and West African Refreshments

Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC) and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) have reached an agreement for ECCBC to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited (Voltic) and West African Refreshments Limited (WARL). Voltic is a subsidiary of CCBA and WARL...

Equatorial Coca-Cola expands in Ghana with acquisition of Voltic and West African Refreshments

On this day: First-known clash between blacks and whites in Southern Africa, and other outstanding happenings

1099 First Crusade: 15 000 starving Christian soldiers march in religious procession around Jerusalem as its Muslim defenders look on. 1497 Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama sets sail on his first voyage, becoming the first European to reach...

Parliamentary Leaders Hail Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio's Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS) Chairmanship In Historic Show Of Unity

(MENAFN- African Press Organization) FREETOWN, Sierra Leone, July 8, 2025/APO Group/ -- The parliamentary leadership of Sierra Leone's two main political parties, the ruling Sierra Leone People's Party (SLPP) and the opposition All People's...