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.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially promulgated the law amending the Electoral Code, a pivotal moment that continues to resonate across the nation. Following an intense period of political debate and anticipation, the head of state finalized the text, originally adopted by the National Assembly, on Friday, May 15, 2026. This presidential decree was a […]
Across the vast, red-dusted expanses of the Sahel, far from European scrutiny, Mali is confronting a harsh reality: the decision to dismiss crucial partners who once held the line against escalating chaos now yields severe consequences. The recent surge in attacks devastating the nation is neither accidental nor predestined. Instead, it represents the foreseeable fallout […]
A French citizen has been held in detention in Senegal since February 14th, facing charges including “acts against nature”. This arrest comes as Senegal has recently intensified its penalties for homosexual relations. The French national, an engineer in his thirties residing in Dakar, was taken into custody on February 14, 2026. The charges against him […]
With less than three weeks remaining until its inaugural national congress, the leadership of Pastef convened on Friday, May 15, at their leader Ousmane Sonko’s residence in Cité Keur Gorgui. The pivotal meeting aimed to steer the party towards its most significant structural evolution. Gathered around the table were prominent figures and crucial lieutenants of […]
The Cité Keur Gorgui residence of Ousmane Sonko transformed into a vibrant political command center on Friday, May 15, 2026. With PASTEF’s inaugural national congress on June 6, 2026, less than three weeks away, the leader of the Patriots convened his inner circle for a pivotal strategic meeting. Key figures from both the government and […]
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A French national has been held in detention in Senegal since February 14, facing charges including “acts against nature.” Senegal significantly strengthened its legislation in March, making same-sex relations punishable by up to ten years in prison. The French Embassy in Dakar is closely monitoring the evolving situation regarding its citizen. A French citizen has […]
The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong condemnation of the heinous terrorist assaults carried out by jihadist groups linked to Al-Qaeda in Mali. These attacks, which have plagued the nation since April 25, demand that all individuals responsible be brought to justice. In a formal statement released on Friday, the Council emphasized the […]
As Brussels prepares to mark the 30th anniversary of its Pride Parade this Saturday, May 16, celebrating three decades of advocacy for visibility and equality, a stark contrast emerges in Sénégal. In Dakar, a much bleaker reality challenges global discussions on human rights; a newly enacted law has formalized the persecution of LGBTQIA+ individuals, establishing […]
Following revelations of its 2024 budget revisions, which curtailed access to Eurobond markets, Senegal has strategically positioned the public securities market of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) as its primary funding source. Over the initial four months of the fiscal year, the Senegalese Public Treasury successfully raised 1311.3 billion FCFA. This substantial […]
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Algeria and Chad forge new energy and infrastructure partnerships Algeria and Chad have taken a significant leap forward in strengthening their strategic partnership this week, signing two pivotal agreements during reciprocal visits between N’Djamena and Algiers. These accords aim to fast-track infrastructure and energy projects, building on commitments established in April to enhance South-South cooperation. […]
