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🇧🇯 Attempted Coup in Benin Foiled by Government Forces

A group of soldiers declared a takeover and ousted President Talon in Benin, but loyal forces quickly restored order. Coup attempt foiled — full story.

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Cocoa Prices Hit Record High in 2024 as Africa Pushes Processed Exports

ACCRA – Africa’s shift toward value-added exports gained ground in 2024, as processed foods and fisheries overtook raw commodities in several key markets. According to the Africa Trade Report 2025, cocoa prices reached a historic US$12,565 per tonne, delivering major gains to top producers Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana. This rise was fueled by adverse climate events and logistical challenges across […]

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Sierra Leone’s President Bio Elected New ECOWAS Chair Amid Regional Crises

Abuja, Nigeria – June 22, 2025 At the 67th Ordinary Summit of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) held in Abuja, Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio was officially elected as the new Chairperson of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government  . He takes over from Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu […]

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