Analysts consider ramifications of ECOWAS members’ exit

Analysts consider ramifications of ECOWAS members’ exit

Junta-led Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso officially quit West African bloc after more than a year of diplomatic tensions

West Africa: Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso Officially Quit Ecowas

Abuja -- The West African regional bloc ECOWAS has formally recognized the withdrawal of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, after more than a year of diplomatic tensions. The latest development marks a significant shift in regional diplomacy.

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Confirms Exit from ECOWAS Amid Regional Tensions - teleSUR English

In a significant development, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have agreed to a six-month grace period following their formal withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Related: Sahel Alliance Nations Prepare to Exit ECOWAS The decision, reached during a summit in Abuja, Nigeria, aims to provide ECOWAS with additional time to persuade the three nations to reconsider their departure The three Sahel countries, which have …

Almayadeen, Latin American Summary, January 30, 2025. The economic group of the countries of West Africa, Cedeao, confirmed this Wednesday the official withdrawal from Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, after its departure last year, by decision of the military governments of those three nations. However, the block decided to keep its doors open to [...] The entry Africa. Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger officially leave the Cedao was first published in …

ECOWAS formalises exit of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Republic - The Zambian Observer

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has formalized the suspension of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the regional bloc following military coups in the three countries. Despite the suspensions, ECOWAS announced that citizens of the affected nations would retain their rights to free movement within member states. The decision was finalized during […] The post ECOWAS formalises exit of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Republic  fi…

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger officially withdraw from ECOWAS – Trending News

Burkina Faso, the Republic of Mali, and the Republic of Niger have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) following a formal notice issued on Wednesday.