West Africa bloc warns of 'disintegration' after juntas solidify split

President of Economic Community of West African States Commission (ECOWAS) Omar Touray, delivers a speech during closing session of the ordinary session of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of State and Government in Abuja, on July 7, 2024. PHOTO | AFP

What you need to know:

  • ECOWAS is already wrestling with sweeping jihadist violence, financial trouble and challenges mustering a regional force.