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.
In the heart of central Mali, within the Bankass district, a wave of displaced Dogon families is making a cautious homecoming. Thousands have begun returning to their villages, a move facilitated by local agreements struck between rural communities and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated jihadist faction active in […]
Civilian atrocities surge in Mali as militant factions and army clash Bamako — A wave of violence has engulfed Mali in recent weeks, with Human Rights Watch (HRW) accusing multiple armed groups of inflicting severe harm on civilians. The escalation follows coordinated offensives in late April that triggered a brutal cycle of reprisals and counterattacks. […]
A rare glimpse into Morocco’s covert diplomatic and intelligence operations has emerged, revealing how Rabat systematically undermined the Polisario Front from the heart of Latin America. Confidential correspondence from Morocco’s embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, dating back to October 2008, exposes a meticulously planned infiltration strategy to weaken the separatist movement and counter Algeria’s growing influence […]
The government’s latest road sector overhaul: a calculated move or a financial black box? In a carefully orchestrated cabinet meeting, authorities announced the birth of two new entities: the Ageroute (Agence des travaux et de gestion des routes) and Sonafir (Société nationale de financement routier). While framed as a bold leap toward modernizing Togo’s transportation […]
A critical situation is unfolding in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where the United Nations Independent Commission of Inquiry has raised an alarm about an unprecedented human rights crisis. The Commission recently highlighted a surge in severe violations against civilians, describing the circumstances as exceptionally grave. un commission reports alarming […]
In Lomé, 95 agents from Intercon Security, a provider for the United Nations system, completed an intensive training program focused on preventing sexual abuse and promoting disability inclusion. This initiative aligns field security operations with the UN’s core ethical values. Ground-level guardians uphold human dignity Ensuring the physical safety of diplomatic facilities is just […]
On June 27, 2026, Bénin marked a pivotal moment in its digital transformation journey by entrusting its youth with the pivotal role in advancing its artificial intelligence (AI) ambitions. The inauguration of the National AI Olympiad underscores the government’s commitment to identifying and nurturing exceptional talent, equipping a new generation of specialists capable of elevating […]
Jihadist groups release footage of military assault in Niger’s Tillabéry region A newly released video by armed factions operating near the Niger-Mali-Burkina Faso border claims to document the June 17, 2026, assault on the Inates military base in western Niger’s Tillabéry region. The footage and accompanying statements depict a coordinated operation, beginning with mortar strikes […]
The Cameroonian government has taken decisive steps to shape its economic trajectory for the next three years. During a high-level cabinet meeting held on June 26, 2026, chaired by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, critical decisions were made regarding the 2027-2029 national budgets. With projected growth at 3.5% for 2026 and a commitment to keeping […]
On Friday, June 26, 2026, the capital of Madagascar, Antananarivo, hosted a grand celebration marking the 66th anniversary of the country’s independence, declared on June 26, 1960. The official event, highlighted by military and civilian parades, drew dignitaries from across the globe, including a high-level delegation from Gabon. The Gabonese delegation, led by Hermann Immongault, […]
In the heart of Bamako, a new name is echoing through the corridors of political dissent. Mayra Djibrine, a determined activist from Niger, has emerged as a prominent voice against Mali’s military leadership. Her unwavering stance, encapsulated in her bold declaration, “I will not retreat,” has resonated deeply within opposition circles across the Sahel region. […]
China calls for end to natural resource exploitation as driver of conflict in eastern DRC At a United Nations Security Council meeting, China’s ambassador to the UN, Fu Cong, delivered a strong message on the persistent instability in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The focal point of his intervention was the unchecked exploitation of […]
