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.
Senegal’s women’s football team gears up for Olympic qualification showdown against Tunisia The women’s football team from Senegal is set to face Tunisia in a crucial two-legged tie as part of the second round of the African Olympic qualification tournament for the Los Angeles 2028 Games (LA28). The matches are scheduled for October 2026, marking […]
In Niger, the Maradi region is expanding its medical network through the PIDUREM initiative. The introduction of new Type II Integrated Health Centers (CSI) in Maradi and Tessaoua represents a major advancement in providing local healthcare to both urban and suburban residents. Healthcare services in the economic hub of Niger and its surrounding areas […]
The African Football Confederation (CAF) has announced the referees selected for the preparatory stage ahead of the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations, a crucial step before finalizing the list of officials for the tournament set to take place in Morocco from May 13 to June 2. In this initial selection, Senegal will be represented […]
Activist Kemi Seba remains incarcerated in South Africa after a Pretoria court ruled on April 29 to deny his bail application, dismissing arguments presented by his defense team. The decision underscores the gravity of the international arrest warrants issued by Benin and the perceived flight risk associated with his case. The hearing, which concluded without […]
A new chapter begins for Mali football. Tom Saintfiet, who took charge in August 2024, is no longer the national team’s head coach, as confirmed by the Malian Football Federation. The Belgian tactician steered the Aigles du Mali to the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), adopting a pragmatic approach: three draws in […]
The Sahel region has become a focal point for international security partnerships, with Mali at the centre of mounting scrutiny over foreign military involvement. Russia’s expanding presence in the area, particularly through security alliances with West African governments, has raised both expectations and concerns about its evolving role in regional stability. Russia’s strategic shift in […]
The Champions League semi-finals delivered one of its most unforgettable nights as Paris Saint-Germain edged past Bayern Munich with a thrilling 5-4 victory in a match that defied all expectations. Football at its finest often blurs the line between sport and spectacle, and this encounter at the Parc des Princes was no exception. The clash […]
After nearly two years at the helm, Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet has stepped down as manager of the Mali national football team, announcing his departure in the midst of escalating political and security challenges in the country. Tom Saintfiet formally ended his tenure as head coach of the Mali A team on April 27, 2026, […]
International Mali Mali football team thanks its Belgian coach Wednesday, April 29 at 11:56 AM 5 Reactions The era of Tom Saintfiet, nicknamed “Uncle Tom,” has come to an end with the Mali national football team. The Malian Football Federation (Femafoot) has officially relieved the 53-year-old Belgian coach of his duties. His departure follows the […]
West Africa’s power grid is facing unprecedented strain after Ghana’s recent fire at a key Akosombo dam facility slashed nearly 1,000 MW from regional supply. This sudden loss has forced Accra to halt electricity exports to neighboring countries, including Benin, plunging the region into uncertainty. Yet, while other nations grapple with shortages, Benin stands resilient—thanks […]
After nearly two years at the helm, Tom Saintfiet has concluded his role as head coach of the Mali national football team. His departure was formally announced through an official letter shared on Instagram on Wednesday, following a confidential notice dated Monday, April 27. The Mali Football Federation (FEMAFOOT), led by President Mahazou Cisset, publicly […]
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, football’s governing body is strengthening its regulatory framework to prevent extreme on-field protests. Impact of the Sénégal-Maroc CAN 2025 final This strategic shift follows the controversial events that took place during the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. On January 18, in Rabat, the […]
