The paradox of the African continent is that it is resource-rich but remains poor in many parts. Has regional integration improved economic performance and does it pave the way to a better future? This paper examines West African integration - its evolution, the successes it has scored and the...

Cover -- Title page -- Copyright page -- Contents -- Tables -- Figures -- Acknowledgements -- Background -- 1. Executive summary -- 1.1 Regional Economic Communities -- 1.2 Historical background and legal framework -- 1.3 Organs and institutions -- 1.4 Decision-making processes -- 1.5 Budgets...