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.
Benin has thrown down the gauntlet in its fight to curb soaring food import bills with a bold plan to transform its poultry sector. At the heart of this strategy lies the Expo Avicole, a landmark event launched in Cotonou to rally the industry around a single goal: producing 100,000 tonnes of poultry and eggs […]
On June 24, 2026, Niger witnessed an unprecedented wave of violence when the Islamic State in the Sahel (IS Sahel) launched simultaneous, coordinated assaults on military detachments in Inates and Banibangou. The attacks, described as meticulously planned, resulted in at least 80 fatalities, the destruction of 38 vehicles, and the capture of 30 others in […]
Burkina Faso ends its diplomatic ties with France: a bold move toward sovereignty or a shift in alliances? On June 26, 2026, Burkina Faso made a decisive political statement by announcing the termination of its diplomatic relations with France. The government in Ouagadougou cited accusations of neocolonial practices, alleged interference in internal affairs, and support […]
Civil society organizations in DRC launch the ‘Kasangulu Manifesto’ as a citizen roadmap for national renewal Civil society leaders at the manifesto launch event Politics Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 08:43 Under the leadership of the Crisis Committee of Civil Society for Peace and Security in the Democratic Republic of Congo (CCPS-RDC), national stakeholders officially […]
The Gabonese government’s ongoing land reform initiative addresses a long-standing challenge that few dispute: an archaic administrative system plagued by overlapping land titles, persistent disputes, and legal uncertainty. This has created barriers for both foreign investors and local residents seeking property ownership in Libreville, Port-Gentil, and Franceville. The transitional authorities aim to streamline procedures, expedite […]
The silent killer lurking in urban centers of Cameroon claims over 17,000 lives annually. Nearly one in three adults in the country grapples with high blood pressure, with prevalence rates soaring in densely populated cities like Yaoundé and Douala compared to rural areas. Health data reveals that 39% of adults aged 25 to 70 in […]
Government pushes for structural reform to end chronic shortages The President of Gabon has delivered a stark warning about the country’s failing public utilities, declaring that the current management model of water and electricity services must be overhauled to resolve persistent shortages. Addressing lawmakers during the annual State of the Nation address, he emphasized that […]
Chad Hosts Pioneering Drone Café to Drive Technological Advancement Chad is making headlines with the inaugural Drone Café, a landmark event exploring the transformative potential of unmanned aerial vehicles in agriculture, livestock management, and environmental conservation. Industry leaders addressed critical challenges around regulation, training, and integration to unlock drone technology’s full benefits. Uniting Visionaries to […]
Benin’s official short emergency and assistance numbers released by ARCEP To streamline access to critical public services, the Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et de la Poste (ARCEP) in Benin has unveiled its latest short numbering plan. This comprehensive update centralizes emergency and public assistance contacts, ensuring citizens can reach essential services with ease. […]
Gabon has officially closed a significant chapter in its public utilities history. The government has dissolved the Société d’énergie et d’eau du Gabon (SEEG), a decades-old state-owned operator responsible for water and electricity services. In its place, two separate entities will now handle these critical sectors independently. This landmark decision, confirmed during a recent council […]
Construction updates South Cameroon’s Dja River bridge project accelerates connectivity in Southern region Liliane Ndangue |5 hours ago|2 min read AAA Follow Cameroon updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment By June 20, 2026, the Dja River bridge project in southern Cameroon has reached a critical milestone with the near completion of the structure’s supporting pillars. […]
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo: new containment measures announced The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has launched a strengthened health response to tackle the Ebola outbreak, following confirmation of a case in France involving a humanitarian doctor who had worked in an affected region of the DRC. In an official statement, Congolese authorities […]
