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.
Chadian Supreme Court upholds Succès Masra’s conviction Actus. Chad’s highest judicial body, the Supreme Court, affirmed on Thursday, May 21, the sentence against former Prime Minister and prominent opposition figure, Succès Masra. This decision unfolds amid escalating political tensions within the capital city of N’Djamena. Succès Masra’s conviction reaffirmed Succès Masra, a leading Chadian opposition […]
After a rollercoaster Premier League season, Sunderland and Chelsea face off in a must-watch finale at the Stadium of Light this Sunday. For the promoted Black Cats, a win could secure a historic European berth, while the Londoners fight to salvage a sliver of pride in a campaign that has spiraled out of control. Sunderland—once […]
The Bamako junta faces a strategic vacuum Mali is no longer merely a nation in distress; it has evolved into a critical flashpoint for the entire Sahel region. The combined pressures of jihadist groups, Tuareg separatist militias, deeply entrenched ethnic rivalries, a collapsing economy, and increasing military reliance on Moscow are transforming Mali’s inherent state […]
Lens vs Nice: a historic French Cup final with European dreams at stake The Stade de France hosts a decisive French Cup final between RC Lens and OGC Nice, where history and European ambitions collide. The French Cup final, set to unfold at the Stade de France, is more than just a match between two […]
In an unexpected turn, Paris Saint-Germain’s sporting director, Luis Campos, directly addressed the club’s rumored interest in striker Julian Alvarez. A Parisian supporter on X (formerly Twitter) specifically called on Campos to finalize the transfer of the Atlético de Madrid forward. The Portuguese executive responded, leaving the door open for a potential move while simultaneously […]
Days before the 138th edition of the Popenguine Marian pilgrimage, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko paid a courtesy visit to Dakar’s Notre-Dame des Victoires Cathedral. The meeting took place in an atmosphere of warmth and mutual respect, with the Archbishop of Dakar, Monseigneur André Guèye, personally receiving the head of government. Ousmane Sonko arrived at the […]
A comprehensive awareness campaign for the Forces of Defense and Security (FDS) commenced on May 21st at the Koumra Central Police Station. This crucial training aims to firmly embed respect for human rights and the imperative to combat impunity within military and security institutions. Striking a balance between maintaining order and upholding human dignity remains […]
A comprehensive review of Senegal’s public infrastructure projects has uncovered 245 assets and initiatives that remain either unused, incomplete, or underutilized. The findings, presented during a high-level interministerial council meeting chaired by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, highlight critical gaps in project execution and asset management nationwide. The assessment categorized these projects into four distinct groups […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko conducted a significant courtesy visit this afternoon with Monseigneur André Guéye, just days before the eagerly anticipated traditional Marian pilgrimage to Popenguine. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko conducted a significant courtesy visit this afternoon with Monseigneur André Guéye, just days before the eagerly anticipated traditional Marian pilgrimage to Popenguine. This particular encounter, […]
With Aïd al-Adha approaching, Niamey’s streets are alive with livestock. Trucks laden with cattle roll in continuously, and livestock markets overflow with activity. Yet, the laws of supply and demand seem to vanish—despite record abundance, prices surge while inflation tightens its grip on household finances. Niamey, late May 2026 — The streets of Niger’s capital […]
Recent data from Niger’s National Statistics Institute (INS) has sent ripples through the economic landscape. The Harmonized Consumer Price Index (IHPC) for April 2026 reveals a historic deflationary trend, with prices plummeting by -8.5 % year-on-year. Yet, this macroeconomic milestone contrasts sharply with the lived experiences of Nigerien households, where daily expenses tell a different […]
VfL Wolfsburg and SC Paderborn 07 played out a goalless draw in the first leg of their Bundesliga promotion/relegation playoff clash on Thursday night. The outcome leaves the contest wide open ahead of the second leg in Paderborn on 25 May at 20:30 CEST. The under-pressure Wolves, sitting 16th in the Bundesliga with 29 points […]
