Learning About ECOWAS

What is "Vision 2050"?

• A plan to move from an "ECOWAS of States" to an "ECOWAS of the People"

• A strategy for economic growth in West Africa

• A vision for environmental sustainability by 2050

• A framework for political unity among African nations

What does ECOWAS stand for?

• Economic Community of West African States

• East Caribbean Organization for Water and Sanitation

• European Council of Agricultural Workers

• Economic Coalition of West African States

What are the three official languages used by ECOWAS?

• English, French, and Portuguese

• Spanish, French, and English

• English, German, and Portuguese

• Italian, French, and English

What is the ECOWAS Commission?

• The group of leaders and experts who handle the daily work of the organization

• A financial institution that provides loans to member states

• A military alliance for regional security

• An environmental agency focused on climate change

When was ECOWAS created?

• May 28, 1975

• July 1, 1980

• January 15, 1973

• March 12, 1985

What is a "trading bloc"?

• A group of countries that work together to make buying and selling goods easier

• A type of financial market for trading stocks

• An organization that regulates international trade laws

• A coalition of countries that only focus on tourism

Which three countries officially left ECOWAS in 2025?

• Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger

• Ghana, Nigeria, and Togo

• Senegal, Ivory Coast, and Benin

• Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea

How does ECOWAS help keep the region peaceful?

• By sending peacekeeping forces to help during times of trouble or unrest

• By organizing cultural exchange programs

• By providing financial aid to member countries

• By promoting trade agreements among nations

What is the name of the proposed single currency for the region?

• The Eco

• The Euro

• The Dollar

• The Franc

What is the ECOWAS Brown Card?

• A special card that helps drivers get insurance help if they have a car accident in another member country

• A card that allows free travel between ECOWAS member states

• A membership card for ECOWAS citizens to access government services

• A card that provides discounts on fuel purchases in member countries