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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Congo military banned from using smartphones on duty

The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) have rolled out a sweeping ban on military personnel using smartphones during operations, citing critical security risks. Authorities argue that unrestricted device usage has compromised multiple missions in the country’s volatile eastern regions, exposing troops to heightened dangers. In the war-torn territories of South Kivu, […]

South kivu’s social actors face escalating abductions and intimidation

The strategic province of South Kivu, located in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is currently experiencing a concerning new wave of tension impacting its social fabric. Human rights advocates, journalists, and community association leaders are reporting a significant rise in intimidation, targeted threats, and abductions. These actions primarily target individuals who document abuses […]

Dakar hosts Senegal’s premier forum on sustainable blue economy

Key takeaways Dates: July 13 and 14, 2026, at the Grand Théâtre National Doudou Ndiaye Coumba Rose in Dakar Inaugural event: First national forum dedicated to Senegal’s sustainable and inclusive blue economy Primary participants: Dakar Autonomous Port, National Agency for Maritime Affairs (ANAM), Ministry of Maritime Economy This weekend, Senegal is hosting its inaugural National […]

Dakar activists demand urgent action against femicide in Sénégal

Dakar activists demand urgent action against femicide in Sénégal In Dakar, Sénégal, a determined group of feminist activists took to the streets this Sunday afternoon to vociferously protest against the rising tide of femicides across the nation. Though numbering around twenty, their demonstration made a significant impact, echoing calls for immediate government intervention to curb […]

Msf urges global fund to maintain north kivu malaria funding amidst looming health crisis in drc

RDC: MSF appelle le Fonds mondial à maintenir le Nord-Kivu dans ses priorités concernant le paludisme Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is sounding the alarm, urging the Global Fund to continue prioritizing North Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo for crucial malaria support. With […]

Togo’s deepening engagement with Russia: a geopolitical shift under scrutiny

The arrival of the Russian cargo vessel « Mikhail-Britnev », a ship subject to international sanctions, at the port of Lomé, coupled with reports of several hundred Africa Corps personnel being deployed on Togolese territory, has ignited a fervent debate concerning Togo’s diplomatic and security trajectory. Many observers interpret these developments as an accelerated rapprochement […]

Sahel alliance: the widening chasm between official rhetoric and the grim reality of insecurity

Following a recent gathering of defense ministers from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), Bassolma Bazié, president of the CN-CES, lauded the unwavering commitment and profound sacrifices made by the Defense and Security Forces across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. This robust commendation was paired with a discourse emphasizing the imperative of defending territorial integrity, […]

Food safety challenges in Chad and who protects consumers

Ensuring food safety in Chad: who protects consumers? The recent circulation of images showing poor food production and handling conditions in Chadian markets has reignited concerns about what citizens are actually consuming. These visuals, shared widely on social platforms, expose gaps in the country’s food safety oversight and raise critical questions about the roles of […]

Gabon Cyberattacks: Gabonese Groups File Complaints Over VPN-Related Attacks

Several associations in Gabon have announced that they have filed complaints with various courts to protest the recent surge in cyberattacks, which include WhatsApp and Facebook account hacking. The group claims to have received over 50 complaints from Gabonese people of all walks of life. Analyzing the causes of these cyberattacks reveals that the widespread […]

Côte d’Ivoire shares bold development vision at african economic summit

Strategic development pathways for Africa are shaped in high-level forums where policymakers, global financial institutions, and economic thinkers converge. The African Economic Conference 2026 served as a pivotal platform for these exchanges, taking place at the African Development Bank headquarters in Abidjan. On the opening day, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Planning and Development, Dr. Souleymane […]

Gabon: Woleu-Ntem, a hub for Gabon’s new territorial development plan

Woleu-Ntem, a turning point in Gabon’s development strategy During his recent visit to the province of Woleu-Ntem, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema emphasized the importance of making the country’s peripheral regions the driving force behind its future growth. The choice of Woleu-Ntem as the main venue for this tour is not arbitrary. As a key […]

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