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How African countries are defying AU ban on coup leaders running for office
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 11, 2025

Following the August 30, 2023 coup, the PSC, during its 1172nd session, suspended Gabon from all AU activities until constitutional order is restored.

West African bloc ECOWAS lifts sanctions against Guinea, Mali
Agency  |  Feb 26, 2024

ECOWAS said it was lifting financial and economic sanctions against Guinea and ending restrictions on the recruitment of Malians to professional posit...

Fractured West African bloc ECOWAS appeals for unity
Agency  |  Feb 09, 2024

With its reputation at stake, ECOWAS's handling of the latest political upheaval - in Senegal - is being closely watched.

AU expresses 'regret' as Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger resign from ECOWAS
Agency  |  Jan 31, 2024

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger were founding members of ECOWAS in 1975, but the bloc suspended all three and imposed sanctions on them following militar...

Coup trio's exit from ECOWAS shakes region
Agency  |  Jan 30, 2024

Withdrawal will hit hard given that ECOWAS guarantees visa-free travel and right of settlement and work in member countries. Losing such benefits will...

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