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.
Sixteen civilians were tragically killed on Friday in Banibangou, a district in western Niger, following an armed assault that shattered a period of relative calm in the region. The attack occurred near the border with Mali, a hotspot for jihadist activity. The violence unfolded in the Tillabéri region, an area plagued by persistent security threats. […]
The internet is in an uproar following the release of several audio recordings attributed to Pan-Africanist activist Kemi Seba. These recordings, whose authenticity is currently the subject of heated debate, suggest direct collusion between the leader of Urgences Panafricanistes and power circles in Niamey, aimed at destabilizing several states within the sub-region. Exchanges with Grave […]
During the second session of the Algeria-Niger Grand Joint Commission, both nations reaffirmed their dedication to intensifying cooperation in the healthcare sector. This initiative is part of a long-term strategic vision aimed at establishing a sustainable and effective partnership, according to a recent statement from the Ministry of Health. On the sidelines of this high-level […]
The Minister of Health and Public Hygiene, Colonel-Major Garba Hakimi, presided over a ceremony at the Hôpital Général de Référence in Niamey to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Chinese medical team’s presence in Niger. Over the past five decades, various medical cohorts from China have worked on Nigerien soil, offering their specialized knowledge and […]
Le traitement chinois du tarif douanier zéro « arrive à point nommé » pour les pays africains en quête d’équité commerciale, selon un expert nigérien à la Chambre de commerce (interview) 5 mai 2026
The World Bank has committed $150 million through an International Development Association (IDA) credit to ensure the sustained delivery of critical health and education services across Mali. This crucial funding addresses the significant climatic, security, and economic challenges the nation has faced in recent years. The Emergency Access to Essential Services Project in Mali will […]
Share Share on Facebook Share on Bluesky Share on LinkedIn Share Executive summary Following a series of military coups in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, press freedom in the three Sahel countries has witnessed an increasingly downward trend. Independent journalism faces threats from both regime authorities as well as broader insecurity in the region from […]
The inaugural National Forum on Health Financing (FONAFIS) in Burkina Faso, which commenced on March 25 under the patronage of Burkinabe Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo in Ouagadougou, concluded its proceedings on March 27. This high-level gathering brought together prominent political figures, both local and international experts, alongside technical and financial partners (TFPs). Their […]
On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the African Media Network for Health and Environment Promotion (REMAPSEN) hosted a pivotal discussion focused on a critical issue: “Security Crisis and Decline in External Funding: What Self-Reliant Alternatives Exist to Safeguard Sexual and Reproductive Health/Family Planning Rights in Burkina Faso?” Grappling with a persistent security crisis and the gradual […]
Morocco awarded CAN 2025 title: Senegal challenges ruling at Court of Arbitration for Sport Just two months after the final, the Senegalese national team has seen its title revoked. Following the Confederation of African Football (CAF) decision to strip Senegal of its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations victory due to their early exit from the […]
Togo demonstrates commendable economic resilience as its consumer price inflation remained notably subdued in February 2026. Official figures reveal a modest rise, with the inflation rate reaching 0.4% during the month, a slight progression from the 0.2% observed in the preceding period. This controlled increase underscores the nation’s commitment to maintaining price stability, fostering a […]
The United States is actively amplifying its diplomatic signals towards Niger, building upon similar strategic movements and high-level engagements previously undertaken in Mali and Burkina Faso. This concerted effort by Washington signifies a deliberate attempt to re-establish and reinforce its diplomatic footprint across the pivotal Sahel region, underscoring a broader shift in its African foreign […]
