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.
Russian mercenaries halt UN-backed disarmament initiative In the northern town of Markounda, efforts to disarm rebel factions aligned with the Mouvement patriotique pour la Centrafrique (MPC) have been disrupted by the presence of Wagner Group operatives. The United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) had initiated a structured disarmament program, […]
Togo has emerged as a focal point in the escalating geopolitical competition between France and Russia. This strategic Gulf of Guinea nation now finds itself at the center of a nuanced struggle, encompassing crisis diplomacy, security pacts, and soft power initiatives, as both global players vie for influence. Within the discreet halls of power in […]
The Nigerien government formally established a new national uranium mining company and revoked the mining concession held by the French group Orano at the Arlit site on May 18, 2026. This landmark decision, approved during a cabinet meeting under the leadership of General Abdourahamane Tiani, president of the Republic, brings to a close over five […]
Morocco and Ivory Coast flags © DR Ivory Coast reaffirms unwavering support for Morocco’s territorial integrity The Ivory Coast has once again expressed its firm backing for Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Western Sahara region. This commitment was clearly stated in an official joint communiqué following high-level talks between […]
A pivotal chapter in Bénin’s contemporary political narrative draws to a close. Just days before the inauguration of his elected successor, Romuald Wadagni, outgoing President Patrice Talon delivered a solemn address to the nation. This farewell message marks the twilight of a decade of governance under the banner of “Rupture,” a period that profoundly and […]
As the 2026 Hajj approaches, the National Office for Pilgrimage Organization (ORGEP) in Chad has issued a critical advisory for all Chadian pilgrims preparing to embark on the sacred journey. This announcement follows an international conference held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where global Hajj authorities outlined essential guidelines to ensure a smooth and secure pilgrimage […]
The Foreign Affairs Minister of Côte d’Ivoire, Kacou Adom, reiterated his country’s unwavering commitment to Morocco’s royal initiatives for African development during a high-level meeting in Rabat on Thursday. «Côte d’Ivoire fully supports these initiatives and will continue working hand in hand with Morocco to ensure their successful implementation in line with His Majesty’s vision,» […]
As Bénin approaches a pivotal moment in its recent political narrative, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, the nation’s Deputy Secretary-General and government spokesperson, has addressed the impending conclusion of his tenure. With President Patrice Talon’s second administration drawing to a close, Houngbédji, a central figure in state communication, issued a powerful appeal, urging his eventual successor to […]
Tchad Succès Masra’s trial commences at Chad’s Supreme Court amid heightened security The highly anticipated trial of Succès Masra is now underway at the Supreme Court in Chad, unfolding under tight security protocols and notably in his absence. Journalists were asked to vacate the premises as legal proceedings began with his defense team. Partager The […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addressed the critical issue of market management during the Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. He highlighted a concerning reality: Senegal’s commercial infrastructures, many dating back to the 1970s, are severely dilapidated and pose significant safety hazards to users and vendors alike. The head of government presented a […]
Senegal is navigating severe financial turbulence, compounded by unresolved ‘hidden debt’ issues that have cast a shadow over public finance management for nearly two years. The government is urgently mobilizing resources to prevent a potential payment default, while seeking stability in regional financial markets. During a high-level diplomatic exchange in Nairobi, President Emmanuel Macron of […]
In a dramatic turn of events, the Central African Republic’s military landscape has shifted as Didot Ali, former Chief of Staff of the Movement of Central African Patriots (MPC), ascends to power. The move comes under intense pressure from Russian-backed mercenaries operating within the country. Ahmat Chaltout, who had recently been appointed as the new […]
