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Genetics linked to kidney disease in West Africa – Study

Ghana Business News 16 May 2026
A study by Professor Vincent Boima, Head, Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, University of Ghana, has revealed that genetics may play an important role in the increasing cases of kidney disease in West Africa, including Ghana.
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Global Maritime Firms Prioritize Expansion in West Africa

The Maritime Executive 15 May 2026
Rerouting of global trade around the Cape of Good Hope has presented growth opportunities for some regions in Africa. Particularly, West Africa has g ....
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Jobberman, Mastercard Foundation expand opportunities for young talent across West Africa

B & FT Online 15 May 2026
Phase two is modelled to place 3,650 young Africans, targeting 70 percent women, five percent Persons with Disabilities (PWDS) and five percent Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) into 12-month paid internships across West Africa.
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This 'Painkiller' From India Is Fuelling A Deadly 'Zombie Drug' Epidemic In West Africa

News18 14 May 2026
Labelled as "Harmless Medicines for Human Consumption," millions of dollars in unapproved Indian opioids are reaching West African streets every month, shows AFP investigation ....
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Platov.co Launches Nigerian Naira (NGN) Support, Bringing Direct Crypto-to-Fiat Exchange to West Africa's Largest Market

PR Newswire 14 May 2026
Entering Africa's Largest Crypto Market Continue Reading ... With eight years of operating history, Platov serves users across the CIS region, Europe, Asia, and West Africa seeking reliable, compliant access to cryptocurrency markets.
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West Africa : After Nairobi, Macron prepares final major African tour

Africa Intelligence 12 May 2026
Already billed by the �lys�e Palace as a significant success, Nairobi's Africa Forward summit will not be the final high ....
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​Connecting West Africa through Regional Power Integration and Expanded Electricity Access​ (World Bank Group)

Public Technologies 12 May 2026
Before the program, West Africa's development was held back by limited access to reliable, affordable electricity ... trial with uninterrupted power flows across twelve countries in West Africa.
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West Africa: ECOWAS Remains Steadfast in Advancing Regional Peace, Security - Touray

All Africa 11 May 2026
The President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Alieu Omar Touray, said the regional bloc has remained steadfast in advancing regional peace, security and stability in the region ....
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Communication at the centre of more inclusive social security in West Africa (ISSA - International Social Security Association)

Public Technologies 11 May 2026
) 11 May 2026 Communication is a decisive factor in extending social security coverage and improving access to services across West Africa ... [...] ... Disclaimer.
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After losing influence in West Africa, France seeks a regional reset at Kenya summit

France24 09 May 2026
Seeking to rebuild French influence in Africa after a series of setbacks in former West African colonies, France will co-host a summit in Kenya next week aimed at strengthening political, security and economic ties with a range of African partners ... .
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Europe’s biggest cocaine bust: Spanish forces seize 30 tons in high-seas raid off West Africa

Blitz 09 May 2026
Spanish authorities have carried out what officials are calling one of the largest anti-drug operations in European history after intercepting a freighter carrying more than 30 tons of cocaine in international waters off the coast of West Africa.
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