Of the 510 billion CFA francs (about $900 million) in securities issued by Senegal since the start of the year, one-third has been purchased by Togolese investors.
Lawmakers expressed frustration over what they described as a pattern of government units taking vehicles from independent institutions
Officials attributed part of the decline to operational challenges, noting that cargo throughput fell by six percent due to congestion at the port.
The action is now being cited internationally as a significant example of how smaller maritime registries can influence global shipping compliance.
The first phase of implementation is projected to include Liberia, Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Guinea, and The Gambia—provided each country meets strict macroeconomic convergence
Some users have reportedly resorted to purchasing Starlink equipment abroad and connecting through regional roaming using licenses issued in neighboring countries
Experts recommend revising capture norms: the use of fresh, whole sardinelles for fishmeal and fish oil production should be banned to prioritize human consumption.
Gambian Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, emphasized the need for intentional and inclusive cooperation.
For The Gambia, the 2025 score reflects ongoing governance concerns that civil society groups, private-sector actors, and international partners have frequently underscored
Crucially, the BBC investigation clarifies that the tanker carrying Ivan was flying a false Gambian flag and was never registered with Gambian authorities.
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