What Holds West Africa Together? Dr. Omar Touray Reflects on Regional Identity and Integration
18:37 28.05.2025 (Updated: 19:13 28.05.2025)
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What Holds West Africa Together? Dr. Omar Touray Reflects on Regional Identity and Integration
#GlobalSouthPole | “Nobody can move away from this region. It is our natural home […] If we have different perceptions, I think by discussing and by dialogue, we can clarify and harmonize some of our positions for the benefit of our population,” Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, expressed.
In this episode, Dr. Tourey reflects on 50 years of ECOWAS — from peacekeeping and regional trade to youth development and shared identity. He speaks about the bloc’s achievements, ongoing challenges, and the importance of collective solutions in uncertain times.
What does it truly mean to belong not just to a nation, but to a community of nations?
Tap into this edition of Global South Pole, where we explore what holds West Africa together, and what the future of integration could look like.
▶ Click here to listen to the full conversation on Telegram’s built-in player.
In addition to our Telegram channel, you can enjoy our episodes on Sputnik Africa website
#GlobalSouthPole | “Nobody can move away from this region. It is our natural home […] If we have different perceptions, I think by discussing and by dialogue, we can clarify and harmonize some of our positions for the benefit of our population,” Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, expressed.
In this episode, Dr. Tourey reflects on 50 years of ECOWAS — from peacekeeping and regional trade to youth development and shared identity. He speaks about the bloc’s achievements, ongoing challenges, and the importance of collective solutions in uncertain times.
What does it truly mean to belong not just to a nation, but to a community of nations?
Tap into this edition of Global South Pole, where we explore what holds West Africa together, and what the future of integration could look like.
▶ Click here to listen to the full conversation on Telegram’s built-in player.
In addition to our Telegram channel, you can enjoy our episodes on Sputnik Africa website
