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Liberia is taking swift action to protect its people from a new Ebola outbreak in central Africa, launching comprehensive health screenings at all entry points. The West African nation, which overcame a devastating Ebola crisis a decade ago, is using hard-won expertise to stay ahead of the threat.
A small West African nation is rallying its citizens to plant trees throughout June as part of an ambitious goal to grow one billion trees by 2030. The month-long campaign builds on a tradition that started nearly 50 years ago.
Scientists across Africa are joining forces in Liberia this week to launch a groundbreaking initiative that puts African researchers at the helm of discovering treatments for future disease outbreaks. The move comes as the continent works to strengthen its own scientific capacity after years of depending on outside help during health crises.
Hours after taking office, Benin's newly elected President Romuald Wadagni assembled a 24-member government, signaling swift action on his promises to improve daily life for citizens. The peaceful transfer of power marks a democratic milestone in a region facing growing instability.
The University of Ghana is creating a secure digital platform to unite graduates from nearly eight decades across the globe. The app launches May 28, 2026, ending years of scattered connections across informal WhatsApp groups and social media.
Ghana's health officials say the country is fully prepared to respond to potential Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks after inspecting key facilities and training medical teams. The West African nation is drawing on lessons from COVID-19 and previous disease preparedness to protect its people.
Nigeria just launched West Africa's first hyperscale data center capable of powering AI and cloud computing, keeping $850 million in tech spending on home soil. The campus in Lagos marks a turning point for African digital sovereignty.
Togo just secured $27 million from Poland to build cutting-edge drone technology and cybersecurity capabilities. The partnership will create jobs, strengthen digital security, and position West Africa as a tech innovation hub.
Nigerian law enforcement just dismantled a massive international drug operation worth $360 million, arresting foreign nationals and local kingpins. The breakthrough marks a major win in West Africa's fight against organized crime threatening the region's youth.
Nigeria just switched on West Africa's first hyperscale data center built specifically for artificial intelligence, potentially reshaping how the continent competes in the global tech economy. The $250 million facility in Lagos could keep African digital innovation on African soil.
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Nigeria just dismantled its largest methamphetamine operation ever, seizing $363 million worth of drugs and arresting 10 people including the kingpin. The bust shows how authorities are winning against international crime networks trying to exploit West Africa.
Twenty African nations are upgrading their port systems with new technology and infrastructure to handle growing international trade. Nigeria leads the transformation with plans for multiple deep-water ports and digital reforms.
Ghana's National Film Authority just launched a major fund to solve one of the industry's biggest problems: getting financing. The move could transform how Ghanaian filmmakers get their stories to the world.
A new training center in Ghana is teaching African scientists how to measure deadly air pollution using sensors built for African conditions. The program could save thousands of lives by putting better data in the hands of policymakers.
Nigeria's airports are rolling out enhanced health screening measures as a proactive response to Ebola concerns in Central Africa. No cases have been detected in Nigeria, but authorities are taking early action to keep travelers safe.
Scientists discovered evidence that ancient humans lived deep in West African rainforests 150,000 years ago, more than doubling the previous record and proving our ancestors were far more adaptable than anyone imagined.
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Fifth-generation basket weavers and coastal conservationists are keeping centuries-old Gullah Geechee traditions alive along the South Carolina coast. Their work connects West African heritage to modern environmental protection through sweetgrass baskets and oyster reef restoration.
Ancient stone tools discovered in Côte d'Ivoire prove humans lived deep in West African rainforests 150,000 years ago, more than double the previous record. The finding rewrites what scientists thought possible about our ancestors' incredible adaptability.
Seven universities across Ghana are gathering this week for the country's biggest collegiate track meet in years. The University of Ghana Invitational Championship brings together the nation's rising athletic stars for free public viewing.
Local governments in Nigeria's Osun State just handed over the first 30 of 90 new patrol vehicles to police and security agencies, with the rest arriving by month's end. It's a powerful example of what happens when local leaders get the resources to protect their communities.
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