US EditionWest Africa: Eco Currency On the Horizon
5 Articles
5 Articles
West Africa: Eco Currency On the Horizon
Monrovia -- In a bold step toward deeper regional cooperation, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially commenced its 2025 Mid-Year Joint Statutory Meetings, bringing together key financial institutions and policy stakeholders across the region.
ECOWAS officially set the launch of Eco, its single West African currency, at 2027. The announcement was made by the President of the Commission, Omar Alieu Touray, during a meeting in Banjul with Gambian President Adama Barrow. After many years of hesitation and delays, the organisation now opts for a more flexible strategy [...]
After several postponements, the launch of Eco, the common currency of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), is now scheduled for 2027. This was announced by Omar Alieu Touray, Chairman of the ECOWAS Commission, following a hearing with Gambian President Adama Barrow last week in Banjul.
After several years of postponements, the project to launch the single currency of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), called Eco, is entering its decisive phase. ECOWAS Commission President Omar Alieu Touray confirmed that Eco will be born in 2027. This announcement was made following a hearing given by Gambian President Adama Barrow during his visit last week in Banjul. Determined to move forward, the subregional organisati…
ECOWAS confirms launch of new currency in 2027
Speaking at a closing panel discussion of the maiden Sahel Governance Forum in Banjul, Dr. Omar Omar Touray confirmed that pathway to the launch of the ECOWAS single currency has already been achieved. “We must include innovative strategies to enhance social cohesion and strengthen citizen–state relations. At the same time, we must prioritize the advancement of governance through stronger democratic institutions—institutions that promote account…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 100% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
