ECOWAS

The Togolese government has launched a sweeping initiative to transform its traditional fishing industry, rolling out a multi-layered modernization plan designed to protect marine resources while boosting local economies. Announced …

ECOWAS, through its Directorate of Environment and Natural Resources and in partnership with FAO, convened a Regional Technical Validation Workshop in Conakry, Guinea, from 8–10 June 2026 to validate the …

The Department of Political Affairs, Peace, and Security (PAPS) of the ECOWAS Commission, in partnership with the Police Républicaine du Benin and the Office of the Resident Representative of the …

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, through its Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security, has convened a meeting of experts from Member States, today, March 11, …

From March 2 to 6, 2026, Abidjan in Côte d’Ivoire, will host a regional consultation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to serve as a framework for …

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has declared a regional state of emergency, citing escalating political instability and security threats across several member states.   The announcement was …

On the eve of the official launch of the West African Arts and Culture Festival (ECOFEST) on Sunday, 30 November 2025, in Dakar, Senegal, the ECOWAS and UEMOA Commissions brought …

The ECOWAS Commission, through its Directorate of Communication, has commenced a two-day training for journalists and media practitioners in Guinea Bissau to strengthen information integrity and counter misinformation, disinformation, fake …

On Friday, November 14, 2025, at the headquarters of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) in Lomé, Togo, the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States …

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing regional connectivity and integration through a joint monitoring mission conducted from 5 to 7 November …