France continues to be a major economic and political player in West Africa, especially in its former colonies
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News about the struggle for democracy in Guinea. Guinea is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, "corruption is a serious problem, and many government activities are shrouded in secrecy". Also check out our section on World Democracy and our articles on Africa.
Guinea readies for general strike and city shutdown
Guinea braced for a strike by unions and shutdown of economic activity demanded by the country’s opposition
Gambia’s Exiled President Accused of Massive Public Theft
Gambia used a court order to seize assets belonging to exiled former President Yahya Jammeh
Half Million Join Guinea Opposition Rally
A man was shot as Guinea opposition rally staged mass rally against embattled Conde government
44 West African Presidential Candidates Show Change
More competitors hints at more competition among plethora of West African Presidential Candidates
UN Says More Needs To Be Done to Fight Ebola Outbreak
The United Nations has said that more countries need to step up in the fight against the deadly Ebola outbreak currently ravaging Western Africa. The disease is ravaging the Western African nations of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone
High Hopes in West Africa for Guinea-Bissau Vote
Troubled Guinea-Bissau votes in elections seen as key to restoring stability in West Africa
Guinea to Hold Crucial Post-Violence Vote
Violence plagued Guinea to hold crucial elections on Saturday to replace members of Parliament
Sunday Mali Elections Are Vitally Important
Sunday Mali elections hoped to represent return to democracy and stability in West Africa
Can Elections Heal Troubled Mali?
Democracy was carelessly tossed aside by coup but new elections coming to help heal troubled Mali