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.
The Rassemblement pour la Patrie et la Modernité (RPM), an active member of Gabon’s presidential majority, has expressed strong satisfaction with the dynamic leadership of President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. In a public statement signed by party spokesperson Etienne Francky Meba Ondo, the political group highlighted the intense efforts deployed across the nation throughout the […]
NIAMEY — The security situation in western Niger remains highly volatile. Even as the military government ramps up public relations campaigns to rally citizens around transition leader General Abdourahamane Tiani, devastating new raids in the Tillabéri region serve as a grim reminder of the unchecked threat posed by armed groups. On September 2, 2026, armed […]
The technical agreement recently concluded between Sénégal and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has sparked intense political debate. Thierno Bocoum, who leads the AGIR-Les Leaders political movement, is publicly urging the government to reveal all details regarding debt restructuring and the specific conditions attached to this new financial program. The former lawmaker is calling for […]
In a decisive move to reshape the education landscape, the Bénin government has greenlit a sweeping set of reforms aimed at fostering inclusivity and modernizing the national school system. The initiative, backed by a 30 billion FCFA budget, targets learners from primary to university levels, signaling a bold step toward equitable access and improved learning […]
Journalist Moussa Kaka vanishes without a trace in Niamey Moussa Kaka, a prominent journalist and director of Radio Télévision Saraounia, has been missing since August 31 in Niamey, Niger’s capital. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance point overwhelmingly to a deliberate abduction, rather than a mere accident or voluntary retreat. A coordinated disappearance in a tightly […]
As the French National Financial Prosecutor’s Office (PNF) escalates its inquiries into the French holdings of foreign leaders, scrutiny has sharpened on the real estate portfolio associated with Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé and his inner circle. From opaque civil real estate companies to opulent private mansions and ongoing money laundering investigations, this financial dossier sits […]
The highly anticipated transfer of Algerian international Riyad Mahrez to Saudi club Al-Shabab appears to be advancing significantly. While a few administrative formalities still await completion before an official announcement, the deal is reportedly well on its way. The Saudi Pro League’s final approval is the key element the club is currently awaiting to definitively […]
Air Sénégal bolsters its fleet with new Boeing 737-800 Air Sénégal proudly announces the integration of a new Boeing 737-800 into its expanding fleet. This strategic acquisition, fully financed by the State of Senegal, underscores the nation’s commitment to bolstering its air sovereignty and enhancing the capabilities of its national carrier. The General Directorate of […]
The events unfolding on August 29, 2026, at Niamey’s Air Base 101 transcended typical jihadist threats. When the central military authority confronted a mutiny primarily involving its Special Forces—units traditionally at the forefront of the anti-jihadist struggle in the tri-border region—deep-seated internal tensions within the regime were starkly revealed. Frustrations stemming from battlefield casualties, grievances […]
On Wednesday, Morocco reiterated its steadfast commitment before the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC), stressing the critical need to enhance safeguards for children impacted by armed conflicts. This commitment specifically highlights efforts to prevent their recruitment, ensure their safety, and facilitate their long-term reintegration into society. During a PSC session focused on “the […]
The Senegalese government and teams from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement for a new 36-month program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF). This crucial support, valued at nearly $2.2 billion (approximately 1,229 billion FCFA), aims to restore the nation’s fiscal stability while actively nurturing its private sector. A significant infusion […]
