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.
Mali has initiated a comprehensive restructuring of its military leadership following the coordinated assaults on April 25, 2026. These attacks, claimed by both the JNIM and the Front de libération de l’Azawad (FLA), tragically resulted in the death of former Defense Minister, General Sadio Camara. As detailed in a special edition of the Official Journal […]
The strategic port of Conakry, Guinea’s capital, has emerged as a critical transit hub for Russian military shipments destined for Mali. Investigations reveal how cargo vessels, including the Sabetta, have been intercepted in European waters while carrying weapons and equipment under questionable registrations. These shipments, often rerouted through West African corridors, highlight the expanding footprint […]
Abidjan– The celebration of Mother’s Day in Aboisso, marked by the significant presence of former First Ladies Henriette Bédié and Simone Gbagbo alongside current First Lady Dominique Ouattara, dominated the front pages of daily newspapers this Monday. The 81st birthday of former President Laurent Gbagbo also garnered considerable attention across several publications, while other titles […]
Following the conclusion of the Champions League final, Paris Saint-Germain’s leadership is poised to initiate efforts to secure Julian Alvarez. The capital club reportedly intends to submit a formal bid to acquire the Argentine forward from Atlético de Madrid, who are said to be demanding in excess of €100 million. In the summer of 2024, […]
Home Bénin Bénin-Ivory Coast relations: President Wadagni’s first official trip Bénin Politics Bénin-Ivory Coast relations: President Wadagni’s first official trip By Our Editorial Team – June 1, 2026 661 0 Just days after taking office, Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni is set to embark on his first official foreign visit to Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The two-day […]
Within the confines of a high-security prison in Pretoria, Kemi Seba continues to orchestrate his political narrative. A recent statement, disseminated through his official channels, underscores his unwavering resolve to combat neocolonialism, while decrying what he describes as a deliberate political neutralization. The activist’s rhetoric, steeped in the language of victimhood and martyrdom, contrasts sharply […]
Despite robust anti-smoking legislation enacted more than fifteen years ago, public smoking remains a widespread and largely unpunished practice across Chad, particularly within its capital, N’Djamena. A brief stroll through N’Djamena immediately reveals the stark contrast between legal frameworks and everyday life. In bustling marketplaces such as the Central Market or Dembé, vendors and shoppers […]
In March, my inbox received a promotional message from Ryanair, the Irish carrier, asking if I was prepared for my “next Moroccan adventure.” Dakhla, a city perched on a windswept peninsula where the Sahara meets the Atlantic, appeared undeniably enticing. The journey would require a stop in Madrid, but from the Spanish capital, round-trip tickets […]
The presidential palace in Niamey recently hosted a formal diplomatic engagement, where General Abdourahmane Tiani granted an audience to Gloria Minguez Ropiñon, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to Niger. While the official communiqué from the ruling junta endeavored to portray a robust and forward-looking partnership, this orchestrated diplomatic display appeared to serve as […]
A fundamental shift in governance is now underway at the highest echelons of the Béninese state. During his inaugural Council of Ministers session, convened on Thursday, May 28, 2026, President Romuald Wadagni, recently invested in his role, initiated a significant transformation by announcing an unprecedented and profound restructuring of executive operations. Central to this reform […]
The overall viewership for this year’s Champions League final experienced a decline compared to the previous season. This dip can be attributed to several factors, including an earlier broadcast time than in prior years and a scheduling conflict with French tennis player Moïse Kouamé’s match at Roland Garros. An average of 9.1 million football enthusiasts […]
