West africa news

Here are some recent news stories from West Africa:

Nigeria

• Nigeria's economy has been ranked as the largest in Africa, with a GDP of over $250 billion. (Source: Bloomberg)
• The Nigerian government has launched a new initiative to improve the country's healthcare system, with a focus on maternal and child healthcare. (Source: Vanguard)
• The Nigerian army has launched a new operation to combat Boko Haram insurgents in the country's northeast. (Source: Al Jazeera)

Ghana

• Ghana has been ranked as one of the most peaceful countries in West Africa, according to a new report by the Institute for Economics and Peace. (Source: Ghana Web)
• The Ghanaian government has launched a new program to provide free secondary education to all students in the country. (Source: Graphic Online)
• A new oil refinery is set to be built in Ghana, with the aim of reducing the country's reliance on imported fuel. (Source: Business Ghana)

Senegal

• Senegal has been elected as the new chair of the African Union, with President Macky Sall taking over the role from South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa. (Source: Africanews)
• The Senegalese government has launched a new initiative to promote sustainable agriculture and reduce poverty in rural areas. (Source: Seneweb)
• A new international airport is set to be built in Senegal, with the aim of increasing the country's connectivity and economic growth. (Source: The Point)

Côte d'Ivoire

• Côte d'Ivoire has been ranked as one of the fastest-growing economies in West Africa, with a GDP growth rate of over 7%. (Source: World Bank)
• The Ivorian government has launched a new program to promote entrepreneurship and job creation in the country. (Source: Abidjan.net)
• A new highway is set to be built in Côte d'Ivoire, with the aim of improving transportation links between the country's major cities. (Source: Jeune Afrique)

Mali

• Mali has been ranked as one of the most fragile states in the world, according to a new report by the Fund for Peace. (Source: Mali Web)
• The Malian government has launched a new initiative to promote peace and reconciliation in the country, following years of conflict. (Source: Africa News)
• A new international conference is set to be held in Mali, with the aim of promoting economic development and stability in the country. (Source: Mali Times)

Other news

• The West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) has launched a new initiative to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. (Source: UEMOA)
• The African Development Bank has launched a new program to promote infrastructure development in West Africa, with a focus on transportation and energy projects. (Source: African Development Bank)
• The United Nations has launched a new initiative to promote peace and stability in West Africa, with a focus on conflict prevention and resolution. (Source: UN News)