West Africa
Multilateral bodies face West Africa legitimacy crisis
The military rulers of the Alliance of Sahel States have announced their departure from the Francophonie
West AfricaCivilian allies of West African juntas may thrive
The Sahel's military juntas have relied heavily on key civilian allies to facilitate their rule and their legitimacy
Burkina FasoGhana may struggle to overcome regional tensions
Ghanaian President John Mahama is visiting the Sahel's military rulers in an effort to calm regional tensions
GhanaWestern investments in West Africa mining face risks
Western mining firms are facing higher taxes, regulatory constraints and political instability in West Africa
InternationalWest Africa real estate pressures worsen inequality
Urbanisation, economic growth and other factors have driven up real estate prices in major West African urban areas
West AfricaWest African juntas may seek greater integration
Foreign ministers from the three junta-led Sahel states have met to discuss their impending departure from ECOWAS
West AfricaWest African transport corridor may face challenges
A planned major highway linking Abidjan to Lagos is set to begin construction in 2026
West Africa
