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CSS and ECOWAS Begin Negotiations Months After Withdrawal from the Regional Blocs
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Confédération des États du Sahel (CSS) have launched formal consultations in Bamako following...
Ghana’s President Mahama Invites Sahel States to ECOWAS 50th Anniversary Despite Withdrawal From the Bloc
Ghana has extended official invitations to the leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to attend the launch of the Economic Community of...
‘I Did Everything Possible’ to Keep Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger in ECOWAS — Faye
Senegalese President Bassirou Faye on Friday said he had exhausted all diplomatic efforts to persuade Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to remain in...
CSS Imposes 0.5% Import Tariff On Goods From ECOWAS Member States
The Confederation of Sahel States (CSS), comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, has announced the introduction of a 0.5 per cent tariff on...
Côte d’Ivoire’s President Ouattara Urges Ghana to Persuade Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to Reconsider ECOWAS Membership
Despite the sovereign decision of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to exit the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Côte d’Ivoire’s President...
Confederation of Sahel States Hoists Flag, Marking Break From ECOWAS
The Confederation of Sahel States (CSS) has officially hoisted its flag, marking a new chapter for Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. The ceremony...
ECOWAS Mission Exits Guinea-Bissau After President Umaro’s Threats of Expulsion Amid His Bid to Illegally Retain Power
A joint mission from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the United Nations, sent to Guinea-Bissau to facilitate dialogue ahead...
CSS Ministers Agree On Unified Strategy For ECOWAS Negotiations At Bamako Meeting
Bamako hosted a high-level ministerial meeting of the Confederation of Sahel States (CSS) on February 22-23, 2025. The meeting, attended by key ministers...
CSS Unveils Official Flag After Exit from ECOWAS
The Confederation of Sahel States (CSS) unveiled its flag today in a ceremony held in Bamako, Mali. Under the chairmanship of Major General...
Commuters Say Niger Republic Has Begun Restricting Travellers with Only ECOWAS Passport
Niger Republic has started imposing restrictions on Nigerians using the ECOWAS passport, requiring a valid international passport for entry. The restriction follows its...
Mali Strengthens Military Ties With Senegal Despite Leaving ECOWAS
Mali and Senegal have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening military cooperation, particularly in the fight against terrorism and cross-border crime, despite Mali’s recent...
Niger Announces Creation of National Airline and CSS Carrier After Withdrawal from ECOWAS
Nigerien government has announced plans to establish two new airlines, a national carrier and another dedicated to the Confederation of Sahel States (CSS),...