Current news on ecowas

Here are some current news updates on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS):

Recent Developments:

  1. ECOWAS Summit: The 59th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government was held on December 21-22, 2022, in Accra, Ghana. The summit focused on issues such as regional integration, economic development, and security.
  2. ECOWAS Single Currency: The ECOWAS Single Currency, known as the Eco, is expected to be launched in 2024. The single currency is aimed at promoting economic integration and reducing transaction costs within the region.
  3. Regional Security: ECOWAS has been working to address regional security challenges, including the fight against terrorism and organized crime. In December 2022, the organization launched a new security strategy aimed at enhancing regional cooperation and coordination.
  4. Covid-19 Response: ECOWAS has been working to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic in the region. In December 2022, the organization launched a new initiative aimed at promoting vaccination and improving healthcare systems in member states.

Recent News Articles:

  1. West Africa's Economic Growth Slows Down: According to a report by the African Development Bank, West Africa's economic growth slowed down in 2022 due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and global economic challenges. (Source: African Development Bank)
  2. ECOWAS Launches New Security Strategy: ECOWAS has launched a new security strategy aimed at enhancing regional cooperation and coordination to address security challenges in the region. (Source: ECOWAS)
  3. Ghana to Host ECOWAS Summit: Ghana will host the 59th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government in December 2022. (Source: Ghana News Agency)
  4. ECOWAS Single Currency to be Launched in 2024: The ECOWAS Single Currency, known as the Eco, is expected to be launched in 2024. The single currency is aimed at promoting economic integration and reducing transaction costs within the region. (Source: Reuters)

Upcoming Events:

  1. ECOWAS Summit: The 60th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government is scheduled to take place in June 2023 in Abuja, Nigeria.
  2. ECOWAS Ministerial Meeting: The ECOWAS Ministerial Meeting on Trade, Industry, and Private Sector Development is scheduled to take place in March 2023 in Dakar, Senegal.

Please note that the news articles and updates provided are subject to change and may not be comprehensive.