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The Task Force on the ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme reviews the state of implementation of the recommendations of the Cotonou Declaration on Obstacles to Trade in Originating Products

The regional meeting of the National Committees for the Recognition of the Community Origin (NRCVG), held from 27 to 29.

3 Dec, 2024

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Passing Out Ceremony of Young Graduates Batch 2024 ECOWAS Immersion Program 25th To 29th November, 2024, Abuja, Nigeria (Hybrid)

The ECOWAS Directorate of Education, Science, and Culture, Department of Human Development and Social Affairs, concluded the passing out ceremony.

2 Dec, 2024

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The Committee of Ambassadors and Permanent Representatives of ECOWAS Member States Met for a 2-Day Retreat in Lagos, Nigeria

In line with accordance with established procedures, the Ambassadors and Permanent Representatives of ECOWAS Member States convened for their Annual.

2 Dec, 2024

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ECOWAS Reviews Human Security Index to Address Security and Development Challenges in West Africa

The ECOWAS Directorate of Early Warning convened a working session on 29th November 2024 in Abuja, Nigeria, to review and.

2 Dec, 2024

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ECOWAS National Youth Conference: Ghanian Youth Gather in Accra to Shape Future Policies

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) launched its Ghana edition of the National Youth Conference on November 20,.

2 Dec, 2024

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ECOWAS Promotes Women’s Participation in Regional Cross-Border Trade

Dakar, capital of the Republic of Senegal, is hosting a two-day meeting from November 28 to 29, 2024, organized by.

2 Dec, 2024

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Energy Efficiency for Sustainable Livelihoods in Africa (EELA) Validation Work-shop

Abidjan, November 27, 2024 – The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), organized the Energy Efficiency for.

2 Dec, 2024

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ECOWAS Supports Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games with A $300,000 Donation

On the sidelines of the ECOWAS Youth Assembly, the National Youth Forum of Senegal, held in Dakar, Senegal, on November.

28 Nov, 2024

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Sustainable Off-grid Solutions for Pharmacies and Hospitals in Africa (SoPhiA) Workshop: Promoting Innovation and Energy Efficiency

The Sustainable Off-grid Solutions for Pharmacies and Hospitals in Africa (SoPhiA) workshop, organized by the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy.

28 Nov, 2024

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National Youth Forum: Committing ECOWAS to a new vision for Youth

On 26 and 27 November 2024, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is organising a national youth forum.

28 Nov, 2024

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ECOWAS Builds the Capacity of Communication Officers from its Institutions and Agencies in Crisis Communication Strategy Management

The Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS Commission) through its Directorate of Communication, is organising a.

28 Nov, 2024

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President of Sierra Leone Graces GIABA’s 42nd Plenary and 29th Ministerial Committee Meeting

The President of Sierra Leone, His Excellency Brigadier Julius Maada Bio (Rtd), honored the 42nd Plenary and 29th GIABA Ministerial.

28 Nov, 2024

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Regional Opportunities for Transitioning to Clean Cooking in West Africa Workshop

Abidjan, November 26, 2024 – The city of Abidjan hosted the Regional Opportunities for Transitioning to Clean Cooking in West.

28 Nov, 2024

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Towards a Revision of the Ecowas Energy Protocol

The ECOWAS Commission, through the Directorate of Energy and Mines, organized with the support of its partner the International Institute.

28 Nov, 2024

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ECOWAS Member States Experts Converge to Review the Status of Implementation of the ECOWAS Child Policy and Consider the First ECOWAS Child Rights Information Management System (ECRIMS Report)

The ECOWAS Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs in the Department of Human Development and Social Affairs organized a three.

28 Nov, 2024

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ECOWAS Workshop on Tourism Standards Charts New Path for Regional Growth

In a landmark effort to elevate the tourism sector in West Africa, the Directorate of Private Sector of ECOWAS, under.

27 Nov, 2024

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The Legal Affairs Directorate of the ECOWAS Commission Organized the Seventh Meeting of the Legal and Sectoral Directorates of the ECOWAS and UEMOA Commissions in Dakar, Senegal

Legal dignitaries and sectorial Directorates from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and West African Economic and Monetary.

27 Nov, 2024

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12TH Meeting of ECREEE National Focal Points

Abidjan, 25 November 2024 – The 12th Meeting of the National Focal Institutions (NFIs) of the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable.

27 Nov, 2024

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4th Meeting of the ECOWAS-DONOR Consultative Committee of ECREEE

The 4th Meeting of the ECOWAS-Donors Consultation Committee of ECREEE took place on Monday, November 25, 2024, in Abidjan, Côte.

27 Nov, 2024

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Abidjan: West Africa’s Regional Resilience Strategy Reviewed by Experts from Member States

Abidjan, 25 November – Experts from across West Africa are convening this week in Abidjan for final consultations organized by.

27 Nov, 2024

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