ECOWAS Parliament Adopts $19.6m Budget, Embraces AI for Regional Development

The ECOWAS Parliament approved a $19.6 million budget for 2026, focusing on regional development and exploring artificial intelligence (AI) integration. President Hadja Mémounatou Ibrahima highlighted AI's potential to modernize operations, enhance accountability, and engage citizens.

The budget adoption and AI exploration align with efforts to boost regional integration and improve West African livelihoods. The parliament's commitment to leveraging AI reflects a strategic move towards technological advancement and efficient governance in the ECOWAS region.