World Reuters Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger announce exit from International Criminal Court

DAKAR (Reuters) -The military-led West African countries Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, denouncing it as "a tool of neocolonial repression." The announcement, in a joint...

What does the expiry of a US trade deal mean for African economies?

African officials and business executives are fretting over the impending expiry of a crucial, duty-free trade programme with the United States at the end of September, without any word from Washington on whether it will be extended or not. Here...

Procurement: FG rejects US report alleging lack of transparency

Politics A report by the US Department of State has alleged a lack of transparency in Nigeria’s public procurement contracts, categorising it among 32 other African countries without any significant progress in the fiscal policy space. But the...

Explainer-What does the expiry of a US trade deal mean for African economies?

By Duncan Miriri NAIROBI (Reuters) -African officials and business executives are fretting over the impending expiry of a crucial, duty-free trade programme with the United States at the end of September, without any word from Washington on...

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Exit From International Criminal Court, Say It's “Neo-Colonial” Institution

The military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have announced their exit from the International Criminal Court (ICC), describing the tribunal as a “neo-colonial” institution serving imperialist interests. The military rulers had...

Military-run Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger pull out of key international court

BAMAKO, Mali — Ruling military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger say the three countries are withdrawing from the International Criminal Court, accusing the global tribunal of what they say is selective justice. The pullout was not unexpected...

Nigeria Leads West Africa Delegation, Boosts Trade Ties With Malaysia

Nigeria leads West Africa region to make a significant impact at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2025, organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), with 25 buyers from the region participating in...

Roscan Gold Receives Exploration Permit Renewal from Mali's Ministry of Mines

Gold shipments slid to 16,748 kilograms from 18,554, copper shipments fell to 39.28 million kilograms from 45.96 million and silver shipments decreased to 26,397 kilograms from 31,181. This week also brought the release of August consumer price...

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger withdraw from International Criminal Court

International Criminal Court (ICC). File | Photo Credit: Reuters The military-led West African nations of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger on Monday (September 22, 2025) announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, branding it a...

Guineans vote 'yes' in referendum that could allow leader of country's junta to run for president

CONAKRY, Guinea — Over 90% of Guineans voted ‘yes’ in a constitutional referendum that could allow the leader of the country’s junta to run for president, according to provisional results announced Monday evening by the electoral body overseeing...

Guineans vote 'yes' in referendum that could allow leader of nation’s junta to run for president

A group of women pose at a polling station after casting their votes during the constitutional referendum in Conakry, Guinea, on Sept 21. (AP) CONAKRY, Guinea, Sept 23, (AP): Over 90% of Guineans voted ‘yes’ in a constitutional referendum that...

HEATHER KLEIN: Gaza front page, world back page

Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Columnists A large group of people came together on Parliament Hill in Ottawa to rally in support of Palestinians, while calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, Sunday, November 12, 2023. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia...

Nigeria News2 minutes ago ECOWAS Parliament Seeks Reintegration Of Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has called for the reintegration of Burkina Faso, Mali and the Niger Republic into the...

Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Rt. Hon. Memounatou Ibrahima, made the appeal in Port Harcourt on Monday at the opening of the 2025 Second Parliamentary Seminar and the Second Extraordinary Session of the Parliament. She said the exclusion of...

Nigeria News39 minutes ago Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Pull Out Of ICC The military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger on Monday announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing it of serving as an...

In a joint statement, the juntas in Bamako, Ouagadougou, and Niamey described the Hague-based court as “an instrument of neo-colonialist repression in the hands of imperialism.” “The ICC has proven itself incapable of handling and prosecuting...

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger withdraw from ICC

The military-led West African nations of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger on Monday announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, branding it a “neo-colonial” imperialist tool. The juntas that took over in Bamako, Ouagadougou, and...

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger withdraw from ICC

Abidjan: The military-led west African nations of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger on Monday announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, branding it a "neo-colonial" imperialist tool. The juntas which took over in Bamako,...

Northern Nigeria gateway to Africa’s trade, development, says NEF

The Northern Elders, on Monday, unveiled an ambitious agenda for regional growth and industrialization, signaling a new phase in efforts to transform the economic fortunes of Northern Nigeria. The NEF stressed that Northern Nigeria is not...

Nigeria leads West Africa with 21 buyers to Malaysia trade fair

Nigeria is leading a strong West African delegation of 21 buyers at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2025, organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE). The delegation includes eight buyers from...

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger withdraw from ICC, call it biased and “neo-colonial”

All three nations have drawn closer to Russia in recent years, deepening military and political ties. But African governments have long accused the court of double standards, saying it has focused mostly on African cases while ignoring crimes...

Sahel Network Backs Mali’s Independence Amid Regional Tensions

Advocacy group praises President Goita's leadership as nation celebrates 65th anniversary under security challenges The Sahel Solidarity Campaign Network (SaS-CaN) has thrown its weight behind Mali’s leadership as the West African nation marks its...