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ECOWAS faces crisis as three nations exit in historic split

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso's withdrawal from ECOWAS marks a significant shift in West African politics and trade relations.

News Africa
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Political tensions shake up trade routes in fractured West Africa

The imminent withdrawal of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso from ECOWAS marks a historic shift in West African economics, forcing a dramatic reorganisation of traditional trade routes and potentially increasing costs for millions. As these military-led nations forge new alliances, the region faces unprecedented commercial challenges and opportunities.

News Africa
Yolande Du Preez|Published