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.
Despite previous indications of a potential political retreat, Laurent Gbagbo has been re-elected to lead the Parti des Peuples Africains-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI). The former Ivorian head of state, now in his eighties, had previously contemplated stepping back from active politics, particularly after being barred from the most recent Ivorian presidential election due to a legal […]
young women in N’Djamena trapped by digital beauty standards The digital world is reshaping beauty ideals in N’Djamena, pushing young women into an exhausting cycle of comparison and self-doubt. Behind perfectly edited photos lies a growing mental health challenge.
In a major boost for RB Leipzig, first-choice goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi is poised to return from injury just in time for the club’s crucial Bundesliga finale. Head coach Marco Rose confirmed the development, signaling the Hungarian international’s readiness to reclaim his place between the posts for Saturday’s high-stakes encounter. The announcement comes as a relief […]
PASTEF prepares for congress, Ousmane Sonko’s leadership set for renewal As PASTEF moves forward with its critical preparations, the party has officially opened the submission period for presidential candidacies ahead of its upcoming congress. This significant internal event marks a key moment for the political formation. The party’s Haute Autorité de Régulation du Parti (HARP) […]
After a decade of rapid expansion under the banner of mercenary operations, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism, Russia’s African strategy is now colliding with harsh realities. Once-promised security solutions have failed to materialize, military engagements have stalled, and local populations are increasingly rejecting Moscow’s advances. What was once dismissed as speculative is now unfolding before […]
The Senegalese army, supported by sniffer dogs, recently destroyed cannabis fields in Casamance—a move that marks another chapter in one of Africa’s longest-running conflicts. Despite lasting over four decades, this low-intensity war has simmered in the southern region of Senegal, even as the rebel forces behind it weaken. The military operation, conducted near the Gambian […]
Chad N’Djamena’s minibus chaos demands urgent stop organization Unregulated minibus stops in N’Djamena are fueling traffic chaos, safety risks, and urban disorder. Experts say structured stops are long overdue. Staff Report May 15, 2026 — 2 min read Share In a capital city grappling with rapid urban expansion, public transport has become a pressing issue. […]
In a significant step toward deepening bilateral relations, Algeria and Chad formalized a new agreement in N’Djamena aimed at fast-tracking infrastructure projects and the development of the trans-Saharan highway. The landmark deal, signed on Thursday, outlines streamlined processes to accelerate cooperation in public works and infrastructure, reinforcing commitments made during high-level talks in April. The […]
#FREEGLEIZES Depuis le 29 juin 2025, notre confrère Christophe Gleizes, journaliste pour Society et So Foot, est emprisonné en Algérie. Nous ne l’oublions pas et réclamons sa libération. En savoir plus sur #FREEGLEIZES
Tchad’s street vendors and the hidden cost on children N’Djamena, Moundou, Abéché — The sun rises over the bustling markets of Tchad as waves of women emerge, their heads bowed under the weight of baskets brimming with fresh fruit, sizzling snacks, and vibrant fabrics. They navigate the narrow alleys, dodging motorcycles and pedestrians, their voices […]
The École nationale supérieure de police in Porto-Novo hosted a significant event on Wednesday, May 14, 2026, marking the official launch of crucial preparatory courses. These programs are designed to equip future leaders with the qualifications for the Brevet d’études supérieures de sécurité (Bess), the Diplôme d’état-major des forces de sécurité (Demes), and the Diplôme […]
Sénégal’s PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, through its High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP), officially commenced the internal election process for its president on May 14, 2026. A decision, identified as n°001/2026/HARP, outlines that the submission period for candidacies opened on May 15 and will close promptly at noon on May 20, 2026. An election addressing presidential […]
