Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

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Bénin’s les démocrates urge diplomatic resolution for Niger crisis

The escalating political crisis in Niger, coupled with the looming threat of military intervention from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) against the coup leaders, has drawn significant concern from Bénin’s opposition party, Les Démocrates. In a press release issued on Saturday, August 5, 2023, Eric Houndété, the party’s president, highlighted that the […]

Press freedom under threat in Mali and Burkina Faso

Global call to protect journalists in Mali and Burkina Faso A newspaper vendor displaying headlines about Burkina Faso’s January 22, 2022 coup. ©Olympie de Maismont – AFP Organisation: RSF_fr RSF_Inter Share facebook twitter linkedin Email Under the leadership of Reporters Without Borders (RSF), nearly 30 human rights organizations and media outlets have issued an open […]

How Paris counters russian propaganda in africa

France and Russia are locked in a fierce information war across Africa, with Moscow deploying disinformation campaigns to undermine Paris’ historical influence. Since its 2018 intervention in the Central African Republic, Russia has systematically targeted African audiences, leveraging social media and local influencers to spread pro-Russian narratives and weaken France’s diplomatic standing. While France only […]

Child malnutrition in Mali causes and solutions

nutrition Nutrition child malnutrition in Mali causes and solutions in Mali malnutrition remains a severe public health crisis affecting millions, particularly children under five years old. Despite ongoing prevention efforts, pockets of severe malnutrition persist across the country. Here’s a detailed look at the situation. Malnutrition in Mali manifests in multiple regions, with alarming rates […]

Niger’s health financing reforms to boost universal healthcare

Niger’s health financing reforms and partner coordination The Republic of Niger, a landlocked nation in West Africa, has faced prolonged armed conflicts and severe droughts, significantly straining its healthcare system. With maternal and infant mortality rates ranking among the highest globally, the Government of Niger has prioritized universal health coverage (UHC) as a national goal. […]

Pro-Kremlin voices shaping african narratives on Russia-Ukraine war

In the complex geopolitical landscape of Africa, a network of influential figures has emerged to champion Russian narratives, particularly regarding the Ukraine conflict. These personalities, operating through media platforms and political movements, amplify pro-Kremlin propaganda while targeting Western, especially French, influence across the continent. the kremlin’s african allies: a network of influence At the heart […]

Human rights violations in Mali amid ongoing conflict

Human rights violations in Mali amid ongoing conflict In 2025, Mali has seen a significant deterioration in human rights, with authorities intensifying restrictions on freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and association. Political opponents and civil society members face arbitrary arrests, enforced disappearances, and illegal detentions. Government forces, their allies, and armed groups have perpetrated unlawful […]

Urgent call to address grave human rights abuses against the peul community in Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Share Statement As the 45th session of the Human Rights Council draws to a close, the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) and its partners within the SOS-Torture Network are urgently calling upon the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, along with all Council members, to direct their specific attention towards the […]

Un-alarmed by rising human rights abuse claims against Sahel armies

Afrique Armées du Sahel: multiplication d’accusations d’exactions, l’ONU s’inquiète AFP 05 juin 2020   Armées du Sahel: multiplication d’accusations d’exactions, l’ONU s’inquiète Partager Partager Copy link Facebook Twitter WhatsApp WhatsApp LinkedIn Telegram Email Partager Partager Copy link Facebook Twitter WhatsApp WhatsApp LinkedIn Telegram Email Print Allegations of severe human rights abuses, including enforced disappearances and […]

New pediatric unit in Koutiala hospital Mali

new pediatric unit in Koutiala hospital Mali Pediatric care Explore Koutiala in southern Mali, where our teams built a cutting-edge pediatric unit to save young lives. Since 2009, Doctors Without Borders has operated pediatric programs in Koutiala, southern Mali, to combat child mortality through prevention and treatment. To enhance care for hospitalized young patients, MSF […]

Bénin’s constitutional overhaul: key reforms enacted despite opposition concerns

A significant constitutional revision, swiftly enacted on November 1st, introduces a novel “presidential ticket” system in Bénin. This reform mandates the simultaneous election of the President of the Republic and a Vice-President, requiring an absolute majority of votes over two rounds of balloting. Also read: Bénin: parliament seeks swift approval for electoral reforms Further changes […]

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