ECOWAS, West Africa

After a Wave of Coups, 3 African Nations Leave Decades-old Alliance
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger accused the bloc of having double standards in punishing their military juntas. Negotiations failed to change their minds.
Three coup-hit West African nations formally leave ECOWAS in an unprecedented disintegration
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — The three junta-led West African nations of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have formally withdrawn from the regional bloc known as ECOWAS, the body said Wednesday, the culmination of a yearlong process during which the group tried to avert its unprecedented disintegration.
Military governments lead West African trio out of ECOWAS regional bloc
The culmination of a yearlong process, the trio’s exit “has become effective today”, ECOWAS said. They first announced their intention to quit in January 2024 after the bloc
West Africa: Thousands Rally As Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali Exit Ecowas
Thousands of people rallied Tuesday in Niger and Burkina Faso in support of the withdrawal of their countries from the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, which is due to take effect today.
ECOWAS Pledges to 'Keep Door Open' After 3 Coup-Hit West African Nations Exit Regional Bloc
In parts of West Africa, however, ECOWAS has lost its effectiveness and support among citizens, who see it as representing only the interests of the leaders and not that of the ma
Three military-run states leave West African bloc - what will change?
Three countries under military rule have officially left West African regional bloc Ecowas, after more than a year of diplomatic tensions. The withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger is a huge blow to Ecowas,
ECOWAS loses membership of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger
Three junta-led nations have left the regional economic bloc ECOWAS, citing alleged French influence on the group. Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger are increasingly turning to Russia as an ally.
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AfCFTA: A historic step toward African economic unity
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CFA franc, passports, joint force: What are the Sahel States’ plans after split with ECOWAS?
Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have officially left West Africa’s main political and trade group ECOWAS after more than a year ...
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Sahel states under military rule unveil common biometric passport Jan. 29
A source who asked for anonymity said Emptech is not involved in the production of the new passport for the three Sahel ...
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Exit of Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso from ECOWAS now effective but privileges remain
The junta-led West African nations of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have formally withdrawn from the Economic Community of ...
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Africa in 2025: Economic growth despite persistent problems
Africa will be the second-fastest-growing region globally. But persistent problems, including poverty, the effects of climate ...