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.
The national Diplôme de Technicien (DT) examination has officially commenced its written phase this Monday, May 18, 2026, across the entire Béninois territory. This pivotal assessment, scheduled to conclude on Thursday, May 21, marks a significant milestone for thousands of young individuals aspiring to swift and sustainable professional integration. Equivalent to the baccalauréat in the […]
Following over four years of unprecedented conflict, characterized by relentless daily bombardments from the Russian military across Ukrainian territory, the battlefront has now consistently expanded beyond Ukraine’s borders. In a strategic counter to the devastation inflicted upon its populace and economy, Kyiv has forged a strategy of precision strikes deep within the Russian Federation, fundamentally […]
The Institut National Polytechnique Félix Houphouët-Boigny (INP-HB), through its Centre d’Excellence Africain (CEA) VALOPRO, officially inaugurated the Master’s program in Circular Economy, Ecological Transition, and Sustainable Development (ECOTEDD) during a seminar held in Angré on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Under the compelling theme, “Sustainable Africa, Resilient Côte d’Ivoire: CSR and Circular Economy as Levers for […]
Mali drone strikes leave ten civilians dead at a Tené wedding gathering A heartbreaking incident unfolded in the village of Tené, located in Mali’s central San region, where at least ten civilians lost their lives in an aerial drone strike. The victims, primarily young men, were gathered for a traditional mass wedding celebration when the […]
Deadly assault on military engineers exposes regional instability An unprecedented act of violence rocked the Niger military on Thursday morning as armed assailants launched a coordinated strike against a construction unit in Garbougna, a strategic border town in the Tillabéri region. The attack, attributed to the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), resulted in […]
A remarkable achievement for Bénin’s athletics scene unfolded in Accra, Ghana. Competing in the highly anticipated triple jump event, athlete Yohan Awhansou proudly represented his nation, securing a bronze medal with an impressive leap of 16.60 meters. This outstanding performance elevates Bénin’s medal count to two at the 2026 African Athletics Championships, underscoring the sport’s […]
During a recent visit to Diourbel, situated in central Sénégal, Minister Moussa Balla Fofana brought to the forefront a persistent societal challenge that has troubled public policy for decades: the issue of child begging among talibés. The government official characterized this reality as one of the most sensitive subjects within Senegalese society, signaling the executive’s […]
Jihadist blockade intensifies near Bamako as buses are set ablaze Actus. Armed assailants torched several transport vehicles on Saturday, May 16, in the vicinity of Bamako, further escalating the jihadist road blockade that has gripped the Malian capital since late April. This development is crucial for those following Mali current affairs and Bamako news. A […]
large-scale security operation sweeps N’Djamena’s 10th district A significant joint security operation in N’Djamena resulted in the confiscation of weapons and the apprehension of 447 individuals. Minister Ali Ahmat Aghabache praised the diligence of the security forces. A comprehensive, multi-agency security sweep recently concluded in N’Djamena’s 10th district, demonstrating a robust commitment to public safety […]
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, became the nexus for crucial discussions on gender, climate change, and the burgeoning green economy as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened a regional workshop on Friday, May 15, 2026. This two-day assembly brought together a diverse group of experts, regional institutions, and technical partners, all focused on navigating […]
A significant legal development is unfolding in Senegal following the apprehension of Matar Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old individual widely characterized by local media as a political figure with close ties to powerful government circles. The Division of Criminal Investigations (DIC) carried out the operation, acting on a search warrant originally issued by police services in […]
Current Affairs Society prominent figure linked to ousmane sonko detained in Sénégal FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp = A judicial matter has sparked considerable public debate across Sénégal following the apprehension of Matar Ndiaga Seck, aged 51. Numerous local media outlets have identified Seck as a political figure with connections to influential government circles. The operation was executed by […]
