William De La Palma Director, Dutch West India Co. September 5, 1705 The history of the European seaborne slave trade with Africa goes back 50 years prior to Columbus' initial voyage to the Americas.

European powers began trading for gold and other commodities in West African from the 15th Century: As rival European powers fought for control of trade, trading posts were expanded into heavily ...

Across the diaspora, chefs are sharing knowledge about long-overlooked cuisines — and creating some of the most exciting ...

From Nigeria to Senegal and everywhere in between, West Africa is home to a rich culinary culture that transcends national borders and combines comfort cooking with bold flavours.

Fifteen countries in West Africa have agreed to adopt a single currency next year called the eco. Experts are divided on the impact it would have on the region's economy, especially in the eight ...

Chevron Corp. has expanded its exploration acreage in African oil producers including Nigeria and Angola, where it sees the ...

What then were the contents of General Langley’s comments about West Africa, and how does it necessitate U.S. foreign policy interest? Proper understanding of General Langley’s comments ...

With two West African restaurants in London winning Michelin stars this month, the region's specialities are finally getting the recognition they deserve. Adejoké Bakare, of Chishuru in London's ...

Tender, buttery, spicy cow tongue is one of the dishes delighting diners at a high-end West African restaurant in central London. The thinly sliced meat is seasoned with suya, a traditional Hausa ...

A new chapter in the West's long history of meddling in Africa unfolds in Chad's vast, arid expanse. Recent reports from ...