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.
travelers stranded as blockade cuts off roads to Bamako Travelers in Mali are facing severe disruptions following a deliberate blockade on major routes leading to the capital, Bamako. The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (Jnim), a militant faction, imposed the restrictions after coordinated attacks on April 25 targeted multiple regions across the […]
At the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal delivered a powerful speech that resonated with global leaders, including Emmanuel Macron and Patrice Motsepe. His remarks celebrated Senegal’s continental football triumph, sparking an enthusiastic ovation from the audience. The President framed sport as a transformative force for Senegal’s economic and infrastructural […]
Nigerian fishermen vanish after Chad’s anti-terror strikes on Lake Chad Chad’s armed forces have launched a series of aerial assaults targeting suspected Boko Haram strongholds on islands within Niger’s territorial waters of Lake Chad. The military campaign follows a recent insurgent attack on Chadian military positions near the volatile region. The operations, initiated three days […]
Senegal–France ties take center stage at Nairobi summit Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye engaged in high-level talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Nairobi, Kenya, during the Africa Forward Summit. The bilateral meeting underscored the critical role of international cooperation in tackling today’s global challenges. Key discussions at the Africa Forward Summit The meeting took […]
Togo: opposition rally sparks hope for political easing After years of restrictions, Togo’s political opposition received authorization to convene a public gathering this past Saturday. After enduring years of stringent restrictions and outright bans on public demonstrations, the Togolese opposition successfully organized a rally in Lomé this weekend. This event, sanctioned by authorities, prompts a […]
Recent disclosures have sent shockwaves through the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), casting a harsh light on the stated commitment to combating armed groups in the region. A massive logistics operation, involving 710 fuel tankers, reportedly traversed some of the most volatile zones in the Sahel-Sahara belt, arriving in Bamako without incident. Yet the absence […]
In Togo, the expectation is clear: the military stands as a guardian of peace, tasked with defending borders and safeguarding citizens. Yet, far too often, this noble role is overshadowed by a disturbing reality—soldiers storming into private homes to mete out brutal punishments to defenseless individuals. When protection becomes persecution The home is meant to […]
Congo-Togo leaders meet at oyo to boost strategic partnerships Denis Sassou-N’Guesso, President of the Republic of the Congo, welcomed Faure Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Republic, at his official residence in Oyo over the weekend. The high-level meeting underscored a shared commitment to deepening bilateral relations and fostering mutual growth. advertisement During the discussions, both […]
Sénégal : avec Damen, Dakar veut redevenir un hub régional de réparation navale Moutiou Adjibi Nourou, Agence Ecofin À plus long terme, Damen évoque aussi la possibilité de relancer des activités de construction navale sur le site. DR
The Bénin government has made a strategic move to support primary school pupils ahead of the 2026 Certificat d’Études Primaires (CEP) exams. In a recent directive, Salimane Karimou, the Minister of Pre-Primary and Primary Education, has mandated that school canteens remain operational for students taking the exams from June 1 to 4, 2026. ensuring continuity […]
The political landscape in Chad has been rocked by recent events. The Supreme Court’s decision to dissolve the GCAP coalition and the subsequent eight-year prison sentences handed down to its eight top leaders have left what remains of the organized opposition reeling. Political scientist Abouna Alhadj argues that this judicial crackdown represents just the tip […]
The week of May 4 to 10, 2026, in Burkina Faso was packed with significant events spanning culture, security, economy, diplomacy, and institutional progress. Here’s a recap of the most notable developments that captured public attention. Cultural milestones and artistic recognition One of the week’s standout moments was the 25th edition of the Kundé d’Or, […]
