A controversy has erupted over a proposed Danish‑led hepatitis B vaccine trial in Guinea‑Bissau. While some reports suggested the trial had been approved, the country’s health minister publicly denied any authorization, stating the government did not sanction the…
Continue reading Guinea-Bissau rejects claim of authorized hepatitis B vaccine trial for newbornsThe health ministry of Guinea‑Bissau publicly denied that it had approved a controversial Danish‑backed hepatitis B vaccine trial for newborns, stating that the government had not authorized the study. Earlier reports had suggested the trial, promoted by RFK Jr., had…
Continue reading Guinea‑Bissau rejects authorization for Danish‑led hepatitis B vaccine trial in newbornsKey developments: – Senegal announced an aggressive debt‑workout strategy, but analysts say it is encountering “speedbumps” that could delay relief for the financially strained country. (Bloomberg) – In neighboring Sierra Leone, a deepening cocaine trade has transformed the…
Continue reading Senegal’s debt‑restructuring plan hits hurdles as regional rivals grapple with illicit economies and resource challengesKey developments: A Tradeviews report shows West Africa’s ore boom is accelerating, with shipments expected to rise 50% to 303 million tonnes by 2030. Guinea’s Simandou iron‑ore project is at the centre, while the region’s five major exporters already…
Continue reading West African mineral exports set to drive a bulk‑shipping boom, demanding 120 more capesize vessels by 2030Key developments: Tradeviews projects a half‑century rise in dry‑bulk shipments from West Africa, climbing to 303 million tonnes by 2030, driven mainly by Guinea’s Simandou iron‑ore expansion. Export volumes have already risen 25% year‑on‑year, with Liberian iron‑ore tonnage nearly…
Continue reading West Africa’s mineral export boom set to drive a 50% surge in bulk shipping by 2030Key developments: Trade consultancy Tradeviews reports that West Africa’s ore shipments are expanding rapidly, with total cargo expected to rise from 160.1 million tonnes in the first eight months of 2026 to 303 million tonnes by 2030 – a 50 %…
Continue reading West Africa’s mineral export boom set to drive a surge in dry‑bulk shipping demandKey developments: – The Malian army, backed by Russia’s Africa Corps, retook the strategic northern city of Kidal on Oct. 6 after rebels withdrew without fighting, marking a rare victory for the Malian military. – Niger is poised to…
Continue reading Mali recaptures Kidal, Niger secures IMF aid and Senegal targets debt deal by year‑end
