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.
Recent heavy rainfall along the border between Niger and Nigéria has sparked a significant spike in cholera infections. This acute intestinal disease is triggered by bacteria found in contaminated and stagnant water sources. According to official statements, more than 600 cases have been recorded throughout the affected provinces. Currently, 400 patients have been discharged after […]
covid-19 vaccination efforts in Mali face challenges Mali falls short of its covid-19 vaccination targets, with only 8% coverage among individuals aged 12 and above. Despite aiming to vaccinate 70% of Malians aged 12 and older against covid-19, the country has achieved just 8% coverage so far. To address this gap, a United Nations delegation […]
Burkina Faso grapples with unprecedented dengue fever outbreak The dengue fever epidemic, transmitted by mosquitoes, has claimed 214 lives in Burkina Faso since January, primarily in the capital Ouagadougou and the country’s second-largest city, Bobo-Dioulasso. This alarming situation was confirmed by the Burkinabè government. Share The tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus), an invasive species notorious for […]
strengthening Mali’s healthcare system for better access Mali launches first-ever health month to tackle inequities in healthcare access for vulnerable populations. challenges facing Mali’s healthcare system The Malian healthcare system faces significant hurdles, particularly in equitable access to services. The 2012 security crisis compounded these challenges, leaving many Malians—especially young children, pregnant women, and war […]
Dengue fever outbreaks surge in Mali: a growing health concern Mali faces a dual challenge as it battles renewed conflict in the north and a concurrent rise in dengue fever cases, a mosquito-borne illness with severe health implications. Health authorities in Mali have raised the alarm as dengue fever, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, has been […]
Cholera outbreak declared in Burkina Faso as health authorities respond A cholera outbreak has been declared in Burkina Faso after health officials confirmed a case in Kantchari, located in the Tapoa province of the East region. The Ministry of Health confirmed the presence of Vibrio cholerae serogroup 01, serotype Ogawa through laboratory tests, validating the […]
Niger struggles with dual health crises: polio resurgence amid COVID-19 pandemic The Niger is currently battling two major health threats simultaneously: the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and a sudden polio outbreak that has already affected two children in the regions of Niamey and Tillaberi. This double burden is putting immense strain on the country’s already fragile […]
The United Nations recently issued a stark warning, designating Gaza, Haiti, Sudan, South Sudan, and Mali as regions facing the most critical levels of food insecurity. These areas are now under maximum alert, demanding immediate and urgent attention from the global community to avert widespread suffering. A joint report by the Food and Agriculture Organization […]
Humanitarian agencies have issued a stark warning: nearly 230,000 individuals have been displaced in Burkina Faso since the year began, a direct consequence of escalating jihadist group violence. This volatile security situation in the central Sahel region continues to severely impact children and their families. The Rapid Response Operational Coordination Group (GCORR) reports that approximately […]
Human rights organizations are urging the Niger government to immediately release Moussa Tiangari, a prominent civil society activist and human rights defender, following six months of arbitrary detention. The call comes as authorities continue to misuse terrorism-related charges to silence dissenting voices. Click to expand Image Arbitrary arrest and detention On 3 December 2024, plain-clothes […]
UN experts raise alarm over Mali’s suspension of political party activities A consortium of independent United Nations experts issued a stern warning on Thursday, asserting that the Malian Council of Ministers’ approval of a bill nullifying fundamental safeguards for political engagement, coupled with the signing of a decree to indefinitely suspend political party operations in […]
Renforcer la protection des défenseur·e·x·s au moyen de lignes directrices diplomatiques 14 mars 2026 ISHR lance deux nouveaux outils interactifs visant à renforcer les initiatives diplomatiques en faveur des défenseur·e·x·s des droits humains : l’un s’adresse aux diplomates, l’autre aux défenseur·e·x·s.
