The Latest Breaking News from West Africa

July ICE NY cocoa (CCN24 ) today is up +74 (+0.80%), and July ICE London cocoa #7 (CAN24 ) +24 (+0.32%). Cocoa prices are consolidating below Thursday's 3-week highs and are trading higher. Cocoa prices have underlying support from dry conditions in West Africa that are causing an uncertain outlook...

July ICE NY cocoa (CCN24 ) on Wednesday closed up +529 (+6.03%), and July ICE London cocoa #7 (CAN24 ) closed up +464 (+6.55%). Cocoa prices Wednesday rallied sharply for a second day, with NY cocoa posting a 3-week high and London cocoa posting a 2-week high. Inadequate rain in...

U.S. imposes sanctions on West African militant leaders for hostage kidnappings to combat terrorism and promote regional stability.

Stunning images from the 10th edition of the race in Sierra Leone

The United States agreed Friday to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, officials said, upending its posture in West Africa where the country was home to a major drone base.

Drug seizures, mainly of cocaine and cannabis resin, have soared in the region, according to a UN report.

The recent deadly heat in West Africa is driven by human activities, including the burning of fossil fuels, particularly in the wealthy Northern Hemisphere, according to an international report.

The 44-year-old will be inaugurated to replace Macky Sall, who ruled the West African nation for 12 years.

Faye promises to review the West African nation’s mining contracts and ties with key nations.