Child malnutrition in Mali causes and solutions
nutrition Nutrition child malnutrition in Mali causes and solutions in Mali malnutrition remains a severe public health crisis affecting millions, particularly children under five years old. Despite ongoing prevention efforts, pockets of severe malnutrition persist across the country. Here’s a detailed look at the situation. Malnutrition in Mali manifests in multiple regions, with alarming rates […]
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Niger’s health financing reforms to boost universal healthcare
Niger’s health financing reforms and partner coordination The Republic of Niger, a landlocked nation in West Africa, has faced prolonged armed conflicts and severe droughts, significantly straining its healthcare system. With maternal and infant mortality rates ranking among the highest globally, the Government of Niger has prioritized universal health coverage (UHC) as a national goal. […]
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Pro-Kremlin voices shaping african narratives on Russia-Ukraine war
In the complex geopolitical landscape of Africa, a network of influential figures has emerged to champion Russian narratives, particularly regarding the Ukraine conflict. These personalities, operating through media platforms and political movements, amplify pro-Kremlin propaganda while targeting Western, especially French, influence across the continent. the kremlin’s african allies: a network of influence At the heart […]
Read MoreHuman rights violations in Mali amid ongoing conflict
Human rights violations in Mali amid ongoing conflict In 2025, Mali has seen a significant deterioration in human rights, with authorities intensifying restrictions on freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and association. Political opponents and civil society members face arbitrary arrests, enforced disappearances, and illegal detentions. Government forces, their allies, and armed groups have perpetrated unlawful […]
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Measles outbreak in Niger: causes and msf response
measles outbreak in Niger: causes and msf response Further reading Vaccination: protecting the greatest number Related operations Niger: pediatric care in the south Niger: support for displaced persons in the Diffa region François Rubona, a medical coordinator for Médecins Sans Frontières in Niger, highlights the escalating measles crisis gripping the nation. Since February, MSF teams […]
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Urgent call to address grave human rights abuses against the peul community in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso Share Statement As the 45th session of the Human Rights Council draws to a close, the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) and its partners within the SOS-Torture Network are urgently calling upon the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, along with all Council members, to direct their specific attention towards the […]
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New pediatric unit in Koutiala hospital Mali
new pediatric unit in Koutiala hospital Mali Pediatric care Explore Koutiala in southern Mali, where our teams built a cutting-edge pediatric unit to save young lives. Since 2009, Doctors Without Borders has operated pediatric programs in Koutiala, southern Mali, to combat child mortality through prevention and treatment. To enhance care for hospitalized young patients, MSF […]
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Burkina Faso’s political transition: navigating the post-compaoré era
The interpretation of what constitutes a coup d’état often varies, shaped by the self-interests and political will of the international community and its neighboring states. In Burkina Faso, the appointment of Transitional President Michel Kafando was notably deemed unconstitutional. For at least twelve months, the nation was set to operate under provisional institutions, meticulously assembled […]
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