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The University of Ghana School of Law has claimed the top spot in West Africa and sixth place across Africa in the 2025 Times Higher Education rankings. It's the only Ghanaian law school to make the global list, competing against 425 universities worldwide.
The African Continental Free Trade Area is connecting 1.4 billion people across the world's largest free trade zone. If successful, it could pull 50 million people out of extreme poverty by boosting trade between African nations.
A Ghanaian vocational school just graduated 124 students from three countries, signaling Ghana's rise as West Africa's go-to destination for job-ready skills. Students from Nigeria and Sierra Leone are now choosing Ghana to learn trades that lead straight to employment.
Nigeria will officially become host of the 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair next week, bringing thousands of businesses together to strengthen trade across the continent. The signing ceremony in Lagos marks a major step forward for Africa's economic unity and growth.
Eight innovative startups from across Africa just landed up to $250,000 each from Afreximbank to build the digital infrastructure that will make cross-border trade seamless. Selected from over 1,600 applications, these companies are already processing billions in transactions and connecting thousands of businesses across 15 countries.
From Visa's billion-dollar Africa strategy to Ghana's national payment system, women are building the infrastructure that moves money across West Africa. These ten leaders oversee transactions worth trillions and shape financial access for millions.
Ghana is leading 20 nations in a groundbreaking partnership to strengthen healthcare across West and Central Africa. The "Fit to Prosper" initiative tackles diseases and malnutrition while proving health investments drive economic growth.
African trade experts have united to amplify the continent's voice in global commerce through a new working group led by Dr. Ese Owie. The initiative positions Africa as a strategic player in reforming the World Trade Organization.
Four African countries rank among the world's fastest-growing economies for global trade connections, with tourism up 17% since 2019. Despite worldwide uncertainty, Sub-Saharan Africa is transforming from aid to trade.
A new World Bank report reveals how Africa can transform its economy by trading processed goods instead of raw materials. Regional integration could unlock jobs and growth across the continent.
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Over 400,000 British tourists visited South Africa last year, more than from any other country, strengthening what diplomats call a "living bridge" between the nations. The relationship now focuses on trade, investment, and climate partnerships rather than traditional aid. #
Seven West African nations are sending their top women's football administrators to Nigeria this weekend for a groundbreaking three-day workshop focused on growing the women's game across the region. The collaboration signals a powerful commitment to elevating women's sports in Africa.
Eight innovative African startups just won a spot in a groundbreaking accelerator program that could reshape how the continent does business. Out of 1,600 applicants, these companies will receive up to $250,000 each plus mentorship to solve Africa's biggest trade challenges.
A leading democracy organization just unveiled an ambitious five-year plan to reverse military coups and strengthen people's voices across West Africa. The strategy tackles everything from food crises affecting 44 million people to rebuilding trust in elections.
Côte d'Ivoire just broke into Africa's top 10 most innovation-friendly economies, beating out larger rivals with smart policy reforms. The West African nation now leads its entire region in creating the best conditions for entrepreneurs to launch and grow startups.
A young woman in Nigeria walked out of the hospital just hours after surgeons removed two large ovarian tumors using robotic technology. The groundbreaking procedure marks West Africa's first robotic gynecological surgery and opens new doors for women's healthcare across the region.
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A visual journey through West Africa reveals the vibrant cultures, landscapes, and daily moments that unite more than a dozen nations. These award-worthy photographs from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest showcase the region's beauty and humanity.
Female lawmakers across West Africa are building a regional coalition to criminalize harmful practices like FGM and ensure every new law protects women's rights. Ghana's parliament is leading the way with a bold proposal: assess every bill for its impact on women before it becomes law.
Liberia just validated two major conservation plans to protect its share of West Africa's most important rainforests through 2030. The country is stepping up to safeguard ecosystems that millions depend on for clean air, water, and livelihoods.
Three West African nations just proved that talking works better than blocking trucks. Ghana's Trade Ministry brought together onion traders from Ghana, Nigeria, and Niger to resolve a cross-border trade dispute that had stranded vehicles on both sides.
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