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Global hunger crisis: UN warns of famine in 16 critical zones Global hunger is worsening in 16 critical regions worldwide, warns a new United Nations report, as funding shortfalls and escalating conflicts push millions closer to famine. The crisis spans continents, from the Middle East to Africa and Asia, with some areas facing imminent catastrophic […]

President GOÏTA Initiates Construction of 15 New Hospitals in Mali! Bamako, November 10, 2025. General Assimi GOÏTA, President of the Transition, officially launched the Presidential Emergency Hospital Project by laying its cornerstone. This significant ceremony, held at the Korofina Reference Health Center in Commune I of the Bamako District, marks the commencement of a substantial […]

WHO strengthens partnerships with health NGOs in Mali Since 2012, the World Health Organization (WHO) has led coordination efforts for health partner interventions in Mali. In 2025, the country faces severe humanitarian challenges, with 6.4 million people—nearly 28% of the population—requiring urgent assistance. The humanitarian response plan remains critically underfunded at just 8.5%, with only […]

Tingey Injury Law Firm / Unsplash The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a collaborative initiative by the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), strongly denounces the dissolution of five justice sector unions in Niger. These actions, implemented via decrees from the Minister of Interior, Public […]

Cholera outbreak declared in Burkina Faso as health authorities respond A cholera outbreak has been declared in Burkina Faso after health officials confirmed a case in Kantchari, located in the Tapoa province of the East region. The Ministry of Health confirmed the presence of Vibrio cholerae serogroup 01, serotype Ogawa through laboratory tests, validating the […]

Dengue fever outbreaks surge in Mali: a growing health concern Mali faces a dual challenge as it battles renewed conflict in the north and a concurrent rise in dengue fever cases, a mosquito-borne illness with severe health implications. Health authorities in Mali have raised the alarm as dengue fever, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, has been […]

covid-19 vaccination efforts in Mali face challenges Mali falls short of its covid-19 vaccination targets, with only 8% coverage among individuals aged 12 and above. Despite aiming to vaccinate 70% of Malians aged 12 and older against covid-19, the country has achieved just 8% coverage so far. To address this gap, a United Nations delegation […]

Recent heavy rainfall along the border between Niger and Nigéria has sparked a significant spike in cholera infections. This acute intestinal disease is triggered by bacteria found in contaminated and stagnant water sources. According to official statements, more than 600 cases have been recorded throughout the affected provinces. Currently, 400 patients have been discharged after […]

Hôpital Au Mali, l’accès aux soins reste un défi Au nord du Mali, l’accès aux soins de base – particulièrement pour les femmes et les enfants – reste une préoccupation majeure. Par Barou Dembélé Mis à jour le 25/06/2025 Partager L’accès aux soins de santé reste critique pour les Maliennes. La crise sécuritaire survenue à partir […]

Mali becomes first nation to deploy hybrid malaria vaccine approach 25 april 2025 The Republic of Mali has made history by becoming the first country globally to implement a hybrid malaria vaccination strategy, marking a significant milestone in public health innovation on World Malaria Day. This groundbreaking approach combines routine vaccination with seasonal booster doses […]

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially acknowledged Niger as the first country in Africa—and the fifth globally—to meet the criteria for eliminating Onchocerca volvulus, the parasite responsible for river blindness. « Eliminating a disease is a monumental achievement that demands relentless dedication,» stated Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. « Niger’s success in freeing […]

WASHINGTON, January 24, 2025 – The World Bank today announced the approval of a significant financial package aimed at bolstering Burkina Faso’s healthcare infrastructure. This package includes a credit of 142 million euros (equivalent to 150 million US dollars) from the International Development Association (IDA)*, complemented by a 17 million dollar grant from the Global […]