Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
At first blush, the initiative bears all the hallmarks of a commendable civic initiative. In Burkina Faso, the Mêbo holiday camp convened large numbers of young participants for activities centered on cultural enrichment, physical training, and community involvement. Government authorities framed the program with a clear mandate: instilling civic consciousness, fostering accountability, and nurturing a […]
Serigne Khalifa Kounta backs Ousmane Sonko in Ndiassane, citing religious pride Addressing the President of the National Assembly, Serigne Khalifa Kounta notably proclaimed, “Ndongo daara le, arabisan le, ku mokeul alxourane le.” Serigne Khalifa Kounta, the esteemed spokesperson for the Khadre Sufi order, showered Ousmane Sonko with profound commendation. The President of the National Assembly […]
A significant legislative reform has taken shape within Senegal’s parliamentary system. Just yesterday, on Friday, August 26, 2026, the National Assembly officially inaugurated the Committee for the Evaluation of Public Policies (CEPP). This crucial new body fulfills a long-standing commitment stemming from the 2016 constitutional revision, signaling a historic advancement for transparency and sound governance […]
A particularly charged atmosphere enveloped the National Assembly as Deputy Abdou Mbow addressed the chamber. From the podium, the parliamentarian painted a grim picture of the nation’s state, declaring unequivocally, « il y a une crise dans ce pays » (there is a crisis in this country). During his address, Abdou Mbow specifically referenced the […]
Cameroonian authorities have officially suspended the planned sale of shares held by the Somdiaa group in the Société sucrière du Cameroun (Sosucam), the nation’s leading sugar industry operator. This pause, enacted by the Yaoundé executive, effectively freezes a transaction that business circles across the sub-region had been closely monitoring for several months. The decision impacts […]
The Committee for the Evaluation of Public Policies (CEPP) is tasked with structuring, leading, and overseeing parliamentary evaluations of public policies. Its core mission is to enhance the monitoring of public action and improve the effectiveness of implemented policies across Senegal. The National Assembly has reached a pivotal milestone in strengthening parliamentary oversight. On Friday, […]
Chad secures over 24 billion FCFA from China for vital development projects Chad has successfully secured a significant new financial injection from China. Two grant agreements, totaling 300 million yuan – approximately 44 million US dollars and more than 24 billion FCFA – were formally signed on Thursday, August 20, in N’Djamena. These funds are […]
After six decades characterized by frequently inconsistent land management, the Togolese government is now articulating a renewed ambition: to transform the land sector into a substantial catalyst for economic development. While this pledge appears promising in theory, it immediately confronts a far more complex reality on the ground. Many observers suggest that this initiative risks […]
Political figures frequently steer public discourse with their shifting narratives, adapting their stances to suit current interests and circumstances. The dynamic between prominent Senegalese political figures, Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré, remains exceptionally fluid, constantly adapting to prevailing circumstances and their respective political standings. One day they appear as allies, the next as staunch opponents. […]
In a relentless pursuit of nationalist display and short-term political victories, Nigerien authorities have taken a particularly alarming step. By signing a colossal $1.9 billion agreement with the enigmatic Zimar Group for the construction of a refining and petrochemical complex in Dosso, the government has generated more explosive questions than it has provided sustainable solutions. […]
Ousmane Sonko demands clarity on land allocations from justice minister Following a plenary session dedicated to ratifying six proposed resolutions for establishing inquiry commissions on Thursday, Ousmane Sonko disclosed that he had received two responses from the Minister of Justice, the Keeper of the Seals. As President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko is seeking […]
The recent tragic collapse at the Zamboï mine in the Central African Republic has cast a harsh light on the broader challenges plaguing the region’s extractive industries. While the immediate disaster occurred across the border, this incident serves as a critical lens through which to examine the persistent issues within Cameroon’s gold sector. For years, […]
