DAKAR, Senegal — The Senegalese navy intercepted 201 West African migrants in the western part of the country, authorities said Wednesday, as the Atlantic Ocean crossing continues to be the most popular — and deadliest — migration route from Africa to Europe.

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has recently secured a Payment Institution (PI) license from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). With this license, Flutterwave is positioned to help businesses in Senegal scale by offering its full range of seamless digital payment services.

The White House hosted an “African leaders” summit of sorts this week. But only five countries from the continent of more than 50 nations were welcome to join.

Akon’s $6 billion ‘Wakanda-inspired’ city in Africa has been reportedly abandoned after years of delays and limited progress.

WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump hailed West Africa’s rich natural resources as he hosted five of its leaders on July 9 for a White House summit aimed at fostering trade to counter the growing influence of Russia and China.

President Donald Trump is hosting West African leaders from Liberia, Senegal, Gabon, Mauritania and Guinea-Bissau on Wednesday at The White House.

President Donald Trump met the presidents of five African nations -- Senegal, Liberia, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania and Gabon -- in what the White House describes as a push to deepen trade, including precious medals.