By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Jeune Afrique
The United States is seeking to expand its presence in gold and lithium in Mali in the face of Chinese and Russian players. The strategy is part of a rivalry over Sahel resources, involving mining agreements and geopolitical stakes, according to Jeune Afrique.
General Assimi Goïta travelled to Niger and Burkina Faso to strengthen the fight against terrorism in the common area of the Alliance of Sahel States. The tour comes as part of security cooperation between Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso, according to France 24 Afrique.
🇲🇱 Mali · Source: France 24 ·
Access Bank is ending its African acquisition strategy and plans to open up to 25% of its continental subsidiaries’ capital to regional partners. The Nigerian bank is thus shifting from geographical growth to financial optimisation of its network, according to Jeune Afrique.
🇳🇬 Nigeria · Source: Jeune Afrique ·
Swimming attracts young enthusiasts, but a lack of facilities, equipment and coaching in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso is holding them back. As the Dakar Olympic Games approach, those involved in the sport are calling for greater support to help young swimmers progress, according to Studio Tamani.
🇲🇱 Mali · Source: Bamada.net ·
At COP31 in Antalya, Turkey, Congolese Forestry Economy Minister Rosalie Matondo defended a strategy based on afforestation, reforestation and the sustainable use of natural resources. Brazzaville is presenting its record of projects and seeking to mobilise green financing, according to Brazza-Infos.
🇨🇬 Republic of Congo · Source: Brazza-Infos ·
Mali seizes 85,270 Tramadol tablets in DioïlaA patrol by the El Hadji Oumar Tall Combined Arms Tactical Group in Dioïla seized 85,270 Tramadol tablets, including 32,040 dosed at 225 mg and 53,230 at 250 mg, along the Nangola-Diendien-Kéréla route in Mali. The consignment was handed over to the local branch of the Central Narcotics Office, according to the OCS Prevention and Communication Division.
Ghana plans 389.2 billion cedis in spending in 2027Ghana’s budget provides for 389.2 billion cedis in spending in 2027, including 30 billion for the first year of the New Economy programme. The government also plans to repay 29 billion cedis of restructured bonds three months ahead of maturity, according to Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson.The week in Africa
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