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ECOWAS undertakes a closing ceremony for the Technical Cooperation window of the ECOWAS Fund for Regional Stabilization and Development (FRSD) in The Gambia.

The ECOWAS Fund for Regional Stabilization and Development (FRSD) is an instrument established by the ECOWAS Commission with support from.

29 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS Sends High-Level Delegation to Sierra Leone following the Disturbance in the Country

A High-level delegation from ECOWAS Commission and the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has visited Freetown, Sierra Leone.

29 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS Commission strategizes on effective ECOWAP monitoring and evaluation

ECOWAS Commission, in collaboration with regional experts and member states, commenced a pivotal Regional Workshop aimed at developing strategic action.

28 Nov, 2023

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Two-Day ECOWAS Workshop and Training of Trainers on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) on Mixed Migration for Frontline Service Providers.

The Human Security and Civil Society Division, Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs in the Department of Human Development and.

27 Nov, 2023

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Addressing regional peace: ECOWAS hosts RECOWA president in Abuja

The ECOWAS Commission hosted the President of the Reunion of Episcopal Conferences of West Africa (RECOWA), Most Rev. Alexis Touabli.

27 Nov, 2023

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President Touray meets Africarice Director-General, promised support for improved rice production in the region.

The President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, has expressed his.

27 Nov, 2023

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A delegation of Nigerien women met with the Vice-President of the ECOWAS Commission

A delegation of thirteen (13) women from the Confederation of  ‘Femmes Battantes” of the Republic of Niger, led by Mrs..

27 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS Holds 39th Ordinary Meeting of Mediation and Security Council at Ambassadorial Level

The ECOWAS’ Mediation and Security Council (MSC) at the Ambassadorial level held its 39th Ordinary meeting on the 23rd of November, 2023 in.

25 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS, through WAPP, launches the Regional Electricity Market Information and Coordination Centre (ICC) to facilitate energy trading among Member States

To address the problem of power outages in West Africa, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), through the.

24 Nov, 2023

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President Touray charged ECOWAS Parliament on Enhancing Regional Integration and Development

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, delivered a keynote address at the inauguration of the.

23 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS implements in-country capacity building training for national stakeholders and women peace and security focal persons

Participants from the Republic of Benin, Civil Society and other national stakeholders  converged at the Azalai Hotel in Cotonou for.

23 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS calls for increase coverage & strengthened social protection systems across west Africa

“Leave no one behind” is the bedrock of any form of social protection and a commitment made in addressing social.

23 Nov, 2023

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Expanding partnerships: President Touray received delegations from Sightsavers international and coalition for the Sahel

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H. E Dr. Omar Alieu Touray has met with the Chief Executive Officer of.

22 Nov, 2023

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The ECOWAS Commission conducts a workshop to ease the adoption of its Maritime Manual of Procedures (MoPs)

On November 20, 2023, in Abuja, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission is organizing an important workshop.

22 Nov, 2023

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Experts from Member States strengthen their capacity in Energy Information Systems

Energy experts from ECOWAS Member States strengthen their capacity in Energy Information System (EIS) during a workshop held in Abidjan,.

20 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS strengthens the capacity of Health Analysts of National Centers for the Coordination of Early Warning and Response Mechanism

The Early Warning Directorate of the ECOWAS Commission, in collaboration with the West African Health Organization (WAHO), has concluded a.

20 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS upskills officers with result-based project and programme management course

In a bid to enhance capacity building of staff of the ECOWAS Commission, a Result-Based Project & Programme Management Course.

17 Nov, 2023

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ECOWAS Commission’s Vice-President Calls for Better Collaboration Between Institutions

Mrs. Damtien Larbli TCHINTCHIBIDJA, Vice-President of the ECOWAS Commission, has called on ECOWAS institutions and specialized agencies, urging them to.

17 Nov, 2023

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