Latest stories tagged “West Africa”
Nigeria, along with Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Togo, and Benin Republic, has launched the Abidjan–Lagos Corridor Management Authority. This new regional body is tasked with overseeing the development and operation of the $16 billion coastal highway project, which aims to connect major economic hubs in West Africa.
According to Soko Directory, South Africa continues to play a significant role in Africa's wealth landscape, but its dominance is gradually decreasing. The report highlights that East and West Africa are emerging as key contributors to the continent's next wealth boom.
According to The Conversation Africa, discussions around forced labor often focus on scam centers in West Africa, which are typically depicted with fortified complexes and armed guards. However, new research suggests that there are various forms of coercion involved in cybercrime, challenging the prevailing stereotypes and highlighting the complexity of the issue.