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.
Tensions between the international community and the military government in Niger, which took control in 2023, continue to escalate. Following a significant security breach at the Niamey airport, the head of the junta expressed gratitude toward Russia for its military support while explicitly accusing the leaders of France, Bénin, and Côte d’Ivoire of orchestrating the […]
A period of intense uncertainty gripped the capital of Niger overnight as heavy gunfire and massive blasts were reported near the Niamey international airport. According to local residents, the situation has since stabilized, though the cause of the disturbance remains unclear. Witnesses living in proximity to the airfield noted that the sounds of combat began […]
Nigeria’s escalating violence and overlooked humanitarian crisis Recent months have seen a surge in abductions of schoolchildren, coordinated assaults on entire villages, and violent attacks targeting worshippers in churches and mosques. These incidents have thrust Nigeria back into the global spotlight, particularly after the United States launched airstrikes on Christmas Day against jihadist positions in […]
The withdrawal of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was intended as a bold assertion of sovereignty. Yet, it has inadvertently disrupted the free movement of people and goods across the region. Travelers and traders now face mounting challenges, particularly at border crossings where administrative hurdles persist. […]
UEMOA: Burkina Faso allocates 11% of public spending to health in 2026 The Burkina Faso is setting a new standard in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA). In 2026, the country will dedicate 11% of its total public expenditure—equivalent to 388 billion West African CFA francs—to the health sector, out of a national […]
Key achievements in health system strengthening Between 2018 and 2024, significant progress was made in expanding and enhancing healthcare services across vulnerable Sahel regions. Here’s a closer look at the most impactful results: Expanded and enhanced primary healthcare Broader access to essential services: In Mali and Mauritania, over 5 million people—half of them women—gained access […]
The United States is continuing its security cooperation with the military-led governments of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—despite years of strained relations. This stance was confirmed by General John Brennan, Deputy Commander of US Africa Command (AFRICOM). In a recent statement, Brennan acknowledged ongoing collaboration, including intelligence sharing to […]
Mali is making significant strides in its fight against malaria by introducing the R21/Matrix-M vaccine, endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO). In the regions of Kayes and Mopti, a groundbreaking hybrid vaccination strategy is being tested, combining age-based dosing with seasonal administration to maximize protection for children. Mali’s bold step: integrating malaria prevention into […]
a devastating assault strikes a Niger village near borders of Burkina Faso and Mali A horrific attack struck the village of Bosiye, located in western Niger, on Sunday, resulting in the tragic loss of 31 civilian lives. Four additional victims remain hospitalized in critical condition, according to local sources. escalating violence in the Tillabéri region […]
Brussels Humanitarian crisis in Mali: Brussels exhibition reveals untold stories through photography 19 Jan 2026 at 11:20•1 min Share An impactful photography exhibition titled “In Their Eyes” will open in Brussels from January 23 to February 12 at the Halles Saint-Géry. Organized by seven leading humanitarian NGOs, the event shines a light on the deepening […]
The Union of Journalists of the Free African Press (UJPLA) voices its profound concern and strong disapproval following the Malian authorities’ decision to prohibit the sale and distribution of Jeune Afrique magazine across the entire national territory of Mali. The UJPLA regards this measure as a severe infringement upon press freedom, freedom of expression, and […]
West Africa Hunger Crisis: Millions Face Famine as Violence and Budget Cuts Escalate The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warns that 55 million people across West and Central Africa are at risk of critical famine this summer, including over 13 million children. Escalating violence and severe budget cuts have plunged entire communities into a […]
