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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Mali offers substantial rewards for information on extremist leaders

The Malian government has unveiled a new initiative, announcing on Thursday the provision of significant financial rewards. These incentives aim to encourage individuals to come forward with information that could lead to the whereabouts of those suspected by authorities of involvement in attacks targeting both citizens and vital infrastructure across the nation. This move highlights […]

Morocco’s national water policy secures significant european funding

Morocco, in a collaborative effort with the European Union (EU) delegation in the Kingdom and the embassies of Germany, Italy, and France, has officially initiated a substantial program valued at 3.7 billion dirhams, equivalent to 402.2 million US dollars. This significant investment is dedicated to bolstering the nation’s comprehensive National Water Policy (PNE). This strategic […]

Bénin’s president wadagni strengthens regional ties in Togo

During a recent friendly and working visit to Lomé, Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni and Togo’s President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé reaffirmed their shared commitment to bolstering bilateral cooperation, advancing regional integration, and enhancing security coordination. This significant stop in Lomé, focused on strengthening Bénin-Togo bilateral relations, forms part of President Wadagni’s broader sub-regional tour. His itinerary […]

President Faure Gnassingbé engages with Ecobank ETI board chairman in Lomé

Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé held crucial discussions on Wednesday, June 3rd, in Lomé, with Papa Madiaw Ndiaye, the distinguished Chairman of the Board of Directors for Ecobank Transnational Incorporated. The high-level meeting focused on the recent outcomes of the shareholders’ general assembly and explored the future strategic directions for the prominent pan-African banking group. […]

Benin makes secondary education free for all girls

The Government of Bénin has taken a landmark step in advancing social inclusion and women’s empowerment. Following the Council of Ministers meeting on June 3, 2026, the executive approved a sweeping policy: the complete elimination of tuition fees for all girls enrolled in public secondary, technical, and vocational education. This groundbreaking initiative will take effect […]

Bénin and Togo forge energy independence through historic cooperation

Cotonou and Lomé are intensifying their political ties, driven by the persistent unreliability of external energy suppliers. To safeguard the expansion of their burgeoning industrial zones, these two neighboring nations have chosen to combine resources and capital, aiming to establish genuine electrical sovereignty. A recent incident on April 23rd, involving a fire at Ghana’s Akosombo […]

The democratic republic of Congo: a high-stakes trial challenging state authority

The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently navigating a period of significant judicial scrutiny, highlighted by an extraordinary trial that has captured national attention. At the heart of these proceedings stands General Christian Tshiwewe Songesa, who previously served as the Chief of Staff for the FARDC (Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo) during […]

Mali restricts 125cc motorcycles amid security concerns

The Malian authorities have imposed sweeping restrictions on motorcycles with engine displacements of 125cc or larger, suspending their import, sale, and circulation outside major urban centers for a renewable one-year period. The move, effective since June 3, is framed as a security imperative, though it disrupts vital mobility and economic activities across the country. Under […]

Côte d’Ivoire and Bénin leaders advance strategic partnership for West African integration

‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ Les présidents Wadagni et Ouattara Politique Les présidents Wadagni et Ouattara Côte d’Ivoire – Bénin : Ouattara et Wadagni renforcent un partenariat stratégique au service de l’intégration ouest-africaine Le 04/06/26 à 15:18 modifié 04/06/26 à 15:23 On June 4, 2026, Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara hosted his Beninese counterpart, Romuald Wadagni, in […]

Bénin’s commitment to accessible emergency care: a billion FCFA initiative

On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, President Romuald Wadagni authorized an extraordinary allocation of one billion FCFA. This substantial fund, directed towards public health institutions, is designed to ensure the systematic provision of free initial vital emergency care. This financial commitment is poised to rescue tens of thousands of vulnerable individuals and their families from the […]

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