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.
During an official visit to Ankara, General Abdourahamane Tchiani delivered a statement that sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had authorized the delivery of military equipment to Niger without prior financial settlement. While Niamey’s leadership portrays this as a gesture of solidarity, the deviation from international arms trade protocols reveals the […]
Beyond the highly publicized deployment of Africa Corps paramilitaries across the Sahel region, a far more clandestine logistical apparatus operates in the shadows. While global attention remains fixed on uniformed personnel, Moscow is actively establishing a strategic aerial infrastructure that extends well beyond mere security assistance. At the core of this expansive operation is a […]
With the assumption of the highest office by Romuald Wadagni, Benin has embarked on a transformative trajectory for its national development agenda. Central to this new era is the reinvigoration of the Sino-Beninese partnership, prominently manifested through the initiation of significant infrastructure projects across Cotonou and the country’s northern territories. This commitment was clearly signaled […]
Historic inaugural flight links Morocco to the US West Coast Casablanca — In a groundbreaking move for African aviation, Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has launched the continent’s first-ever direct flight connecting Casablanca to Los Angeles. The inaugural journey took off from Mohammed V International Airport at 04:00 AM, covering the 12-hour nonstop route to California. […]
Hundreds of individuals abducted by Boko Haram and ISWAP militants have been released in Nigeria’s Borno State, marking a significant development in ongoing efforts to restore safety to the region. a breakthrough in hostage recovery The liberation of these abductees follows years of relentless violence in Borno State, where armed groups have targeted civilians, schools, […]
boko haram frees over 400 women and children in Nigeria’s borno state News Update. More than 400 individuals, predominantly women and children, who had been abducted by Boko Haram in Nigeria’s northeastern region, have now regained their freedom. The specific conditions surrounding their release remain unclear at this time. A significant moment of relief has […]
The recent general assembly marked a pivotal moment for Morocco’s water sector, culminating in the election of a fresh leadership team. A new Board of Directors, comprising 27 members, and an Executive Committee with 12 representatives were chosen. These leaders collectively represent the full spectrum of stakeholders, from public institutions to private enterprises. governance reforms […]
Trade routes to Mali from Senegal, Morocco, Guinea face disruptions Major disruptions have hit several key road corridors supplying Mali over the past weeks. Senegalese hauliers are calling for a halt to trips to Bamako, Moroccan operators have become increasingly cautious, and the Guinea-Mali route is experiencing serious difficulties. The challenges on multiple corridors serving […]
The vast expanse of sand in northern Niger is as magnificent as it is lethal. Once again, the desert region has become the stage for human tragedies that unfold far from Western eyes. While media attention often focuses on shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea, crossing the Sahara solidifies each year as an equally fatal step […]
Niamey, June 5, 2026 — Niger has firmly established itself as a pivotal force in the regional fight against international drug trafficking across the Sahel. This assertion comes following a series of impactful operations orchestrated by the Central Office for the Suppression of Illicit Drug Trafficking (OCRTIS) in recent years. The substantial seizures and sophisticated […]
The Malian authorities have formally declared 39 military zones across the country off-limits to civilian populations. This sweeping measure, framed as a protective step for ongoing military operations, coincides with a sharp escalation in deployments by the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) against terrorist armed groups in the northern and central regions. The decision reflects a […]
News. Burkina Faso’s judicial system has delivered a verdict, sentencing the former head of security for Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba to 11 years in prison, with five years to be served without parole. This ruling emerges amidst a particularly sensitive political climate in the West African nation. A fresh judicial development has unfolded in Burkina Faso. […]
